Blog: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Multisensory Monday: Create a Virtual Blending Board

Posted by Brainspring on 8th Nov 2020

Many of us have found ourselves in the midst of learning how to teach all over again…remotely. Creating multisensory opportunities online can sometimes feel like starting all over again in the art of … read more

5 Ways to Find Calm (You Owe This To Yourself)

Posted by Brainspring on 4th Nov 2020

Dear Teachers, I want you to know first and upmost, YOU are valued. As a former teacher, I know all the work that goes into teaching under typical circumstances. Teaching during this pandemic is far f … read more

Multisensory Monday: Classic Board Games for Review

Posted by Brainspring on 1st Nov 2020

Happy Monday! I love board games. Especially with kids! Who’s with me? Time spent playing can be such a fun and exciting experience between you and your child or students. While board games are … read more

"But She's So Smart!"

Posted by Brainspring on 29th Oct 2020

Years ago, I mentioned to someone that my daughter had dyslexia. The reply was, “But she’s so smart.” That comment made me realize that many people don’t understand dyslexia.Some Consider Dyslexia a G … read more

“But She’s So Smart!”

Posted by Brainspring on 29th Oct 2020

Years ago, I mentioned to someone that my daughter had dyslexia. The reply was, “But she’s so smart.” That comment made me realize that many people don’t understand dyslexia. Some Consider Dyslexia a … read more

Multisensory Monday: Spooky Spider Tic-Tac-Toe

Posted by Brainspring on 25th Oct 2020

Happy Halloween week! Tic-Tac-Toe, anyone? Tying phonics review to a fun game such as Tic-Tac-Toe can help readers become automatic and confident in letter and sound relationships. See below for this … read more