Blog: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Multisensory Monday: DIY Playdough!

Posted by Brainspring on 23rd Aug 2020

I have been making playdough as a teaching tool for many years and have tried a few different recipes. The one I share with you in today’s article is by far my favorite (I still have the handwri … read more

Multisensory Monday: Syllabication Jenga

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 12th Apr 2020

Do you need an activity to practice syllabication that is both challenging and fun? If so, try this out! Make it Multisensory You’ll need a Jenga game and fine-tip marker. You’ll also want to have the … read more

Quick Tips on Virtual Learning

Posted by Brainspring on 25th Mar 2020

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

Escape Stress by Reading Together

Posted by Brainspring on 18th Mar 2020

Hello everyone! We hope you are staying safe and healthy during this chaotic time. Here at Brainspring, we are committed to providing as many tips, tricks, and resources as possible for caregivers out … read more

Red Word History

Posted by Guest Blogger on 11th Mar 2020

National Reading Month is going strong here at Brainspring! What is a red word, and what are their origins? How much of our complex English language follows spelling rules compared to these irregular … read more

Ten Ways to Get Kids to Read!

Posted by Samantha Brooks on 4th Mar 2020

Each year at the beginning of March, school children kick off National Reading Month by celebrating the birthday of the beloved Dr. Seuss. March also opens up the time of the school year that kids nee … read more