Blog: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

Classrooms in the Time of Coronavirus

Posted by Brainspring on 16th Sep 2020

Welcome to a brave new world, teachers! In this new world, teachers are doing what we’ve always done: We’re doing our best to educate our students within a system of high demands and often limited res … read more

Multisensory Monday: Book Bucks

Posted by Brainspring on 13th Sep 2020

In a world where everything is based on technology and immediate feedback, and now with virtual learning, a reminder of our original roots of using library books may be long overdue. Does anyone miss … read more

Multisensory Monday: Water Balloon Vowel Practice

Posted by Brainspring on 7th Sep 2020

Vowel sounds are typically the most challenging for students to master, some of which include short, long, and vowel teams. Help your child to understand and learn these vowel or vowel combinations by … read more

Multisensory Monday: Old-Fashion Fun

Posted by Brainspring on 30th Aug 2020

Happy Monday everyone! As we begin this new (and very unique) school year, some of us may find ourselves shuffling to find effective ways for our students or children to strengthen and retain reading … read more

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 13th 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