Blog: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Multisensory Monday- Phonics Word Yahtzee

Multisensory Monday- Phonics Word Yahtzee

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 18th Jun 2017

I am always looking for ways to engage my older students, and games seem to be just the right thing for them. One game all my students seem to love is Word Yahtzee! It is fun to play and can be custom … read more
Multisensory Monday- Phonics Bowling

Multisensory Monday- Phonics Bowling

Posted by Brainspring on 11th Jun 2017

Want a fun multisensory idea that you can customize for many Phonics First lessons?  Try Identification Bowling! This game works great in small groups or in partners. You can use it to introduce a new … read more
Multisensory Monday- Word Sliders

Multisensory Monday- Word Sliders

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 4th Jun 2017

I am always trying to find innovative ways to liven up my Phonics First® lessons. Word Sliders are a great way to do this! Word Sliders can help students with a variety of  concepts.  For example, th … read more
Multisensory Monday- Wormy Red Words (Sight Words)

Multisensory Monday- Wormy Red Words (Sight Words)

Posted by Samantha Brooks on 28th May 2017

My students always benefit from Red Word (Sight Word) practice. This activity uses a multisensory approach that helps strengthen long-term memory recall. It’s inexpensive and easy to put togethe … read more
Multisensory Monday: Handwriting Tracing Board

Multisensory Monday: Handwriting Tracing Board

Posted by Brainspring on 15th May 2017

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.”  Simply place … read more
Multisensory Monday: B and D Letter Reversals

Multisensory Monday: B and D Letter Reversals

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 1st May 2017

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