Journal: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Beautiful Handwriting is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Beautiful Handwriting is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 11th Jan 2018

Beautiful Handwriting is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!
When someone says, “She has the neatest handwriting,” what are they really saying? What is it about someone’s writing that makes it so neat? Good writing, whether it be print or curs … read more
Handwriting- It is a Journey

Handwriting- It is a Journey

Posted by Angelina Spiteri-Bender on 3rd Jan 2018

Handwriting- It is a Journey
January’s topic of the month is Handwriting, and to start the month off “write,” we would like to specify why handwriting is a key component to a child’s development in this &l … read more
Multisensory Monday: Handwriting Tracing Board

Multisensory Monday: Handwriting Tracing Board

Posted by Brainspring on 15th May 2017

Multisensory Monday: Handwriting Tracing Board
To build correct neuro-copies in their brains, some students need more guided multisensory practice using an exact model.  Tracing boards provide that opportunity for “perfect practice.&rdq … read more
Multisensory Monday: B and D Letter Reversals

Multisensory Monday: B and D Letter Reversals

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 1st May 2017

Multisensory Monday: B and D Letter Reversals
Many students, especially those with  dyslexia, struggle with reversing letters.  While problems with letter reversals will never completely end for a truly dyslexic student, there are strategies that … read more