Today's rule for suffix -ist and -est depends on the type of word, not a certain feature of the word like most of the other rules. As always, this rule works most of the time, but you may run into … read more

Amidst our current school closures, many educators are tapping into virtual learning not only for their students but also for their own professional development. Here at Brainspring, it is our mission … read more

The Sand Tray is an essential multisensory tool in most Orton-Gillingham programs. In this video, we provide helpful hints for using the sand tray in a multisensory way. Why Do We Use the Sand Tray? … read more

In this video, we address some common Orton-Gillingham myths that educators frequently ask. The details of the video are also outlined below. Mythbuster #1: There is only one “real” Orton … read more

There are many things to consider when you are looking for an Orton-Gillingham program. Find out how to choose a quality, easy-to-use program in Part 5 of the series “Orton-Gillingham: A Multise … read more

Orton-Gillingham programs are based on six main principles of instruction.  The first three (Phonics-based, Structured/Systematic, and Direct-Instruction) are recommendations of the National Reading P … read more