Journal: Orton-Gillingham Weekly

ADHD: A Mother’s Perspective

ADHD: A Mother’s Perspective

Posted by Brainspring on 19th Aug 2019

ADHD: A Mother’s Perspective
I knew my son was different at his first birthday. Having two older sisters, I could have attributed his habits and behaviors to “being a boy”, however I sensed something else was wrong. My son (we wi … read more
Multisensory Activity: 1-1-1-v Doubling Rule Game

Multisensory Activity: 1-1-1-v Doubling Rule Game

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 23rd Sep 2018

Multisensory Activity: 1-1-1-v Doubling Rule Game
Master the 1-1-1-v doubling rule with this hands-on game! Use multisensory learning techniques to boost students’ spelling and reading skills.Games are a great way to reinforce learning, especially fo … read more
Multisensory Monday: Two-Syllable Word Builders

Multisensory Monday: Two-Syllable Word Builders

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 5th Aug 2018

Multisensory Monday: Two-Syllable Word Builders
Today’s Multisensory Monday activity allows students to practice building and reading two-syllable words using craft sticks! This activity is inexpensive, durable, easy-to-store, fun-to-use, and … read more
Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Tools: Sand Tray

Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Tools: Sand Tray

Posted by Brainspring on 16th May 2018

Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Tools: Sand Tray
The Sand Tray is an essential multisensory tool in most Orton-Gillingham programs. In this video, we provide helpful hints for using the sand tray in a multisensory way. Why Do We Use the Sand Tray? … read more
Multisensory Monday: Fluency Sentences

Multisensory Monday: Fluency Sentences

Posted by Tammi Brandon on 13th May 2018

Multisensory Monday: Fluency Sentences
Do you have students who struggle with reading sentences correctly and fluently? Maybe they get a little overwhelmed with fluency practice and precision reading drills? Try these quick and crafty flue … read more
Multisensory Monday: Ending Blends Plastic Eggs

Multisensory Monday: Ending Blends Plastic Eggs

Posted by Brainspring on 1st Apr 2018

Multisensory Monday: Ending Blends Plastic Eggs
Plastic eggs are in abundance this time of year! Send out an email to parents for donations or stop by the store and pick up a pack of plastic eggs on clearance!  Here is an inexpensive activity to ma … read more