Blog: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Red Word Refresher

Posted by Brainspring on 6th Aug 2014

Hi everyone, You asked for it, so today we have a Red Word Refresher.  This first video is an introduction and demonstration of the most effective way to review Red Words.  The second video is a demon … read more

Multisensory Monday- Wild Old Ranch

Posted by Brainspring on 3rd Aug 2014

Hi everyone, Welcome to Multisensory Monday!  As I mentioned, I spent last week training a fantastic group of teachers in Ohio who inspired me with their infectiously fun attitudes and creative multis … read more

Multisensory Monday- C or K?

Posted by Brainspring on 27th Jul 2014

Hi everyone, Welcome to Multisensory Monday!  Today’s activity is for practicing when to use c or k at the beginning of a word.  This is my favorite kind of multisensory activity to do because it is s … read more

Fruitful Summer Reading Tasks

Posted by Brainspring on 23rd Jul 2014

Hi everyone, An article in a newsletter I subscribe to got me thinking about something that loomed over my free, fun-filled summer days through my school years- The Summer Reading Assignment.  It was … read more

Multisensory Monday- Shooting for Fluency

Posted by Brainspring on 20th Jul 2014

Hi everyone, Welcome to Multisensory Monday!  I have seen more kids than I even knew lived in my neighborhood these past few days as I have been walking my dog in the beautiful Michigan weather.  They … read more

Multisensory Monday- Pick One, Change It

Posted by Brainspring on 13th Jul 2014

Hi everyone, Welcome to Multisensory Monday!  Today I have another activity that is perfect for a small group in a summer reading program, or anytime you want a quick, fun game to get students up out … read more