If your child is facing challenges with reading, it's natural to want to tackle the issue head-on. However, addressing specific issues in isolation might not yield the desired results. 

Imagine your child's teacher informs you that they're struggling with comprehending texts and...

Let's take a minute to chat about how kids go from 'slow pop reading' when they are reading at a slow and laboured pace and possibly losing meaning of the text - to reading with automaticity, speed and flow and retaining meaning for reading comprehension.

In the beginnings, there is no...

Amidst various reading strategies that you may encounter from your child's school, the concept of "sight words" may come up . So, let's delve into what sight words actually are and how they can effectively aid children with literacy struggles.

Sight words are the building blocks of reading...

I still remember teaching the first year of school when I was a teacher in the classroom many moons ago.

The students were 5 and 6 years old, and out of the 25 kids, there were always two to three who needed extra attention when picking up a pencil. I had to watch them like a hawk, and for a...

Have you heard the term, 'multisensory learning'?

It's not just a buzz word, it contains an essential underpinning of how kids learn to read and spell. 

Let's dive into what it means and how it relates to teaching and learning because it is an essential ingredient to maximising the...

Have you ever heard of the term "phonological and phonemic awareness"?

Often overlooked, developing these skills in your pre-reader is actually the most important thing that you can do to set your child up for literacy success. Before they even see or know what a letter is!

The best part? It's...

Okay, let's have a little chat about working memory and how it can impact our ability to work with the written word. 

Why?

Because working memory plays a huge part in the day to day functions of literacy! When there are working memory challenges, common for kids with...

The brain is an amazing thing! The more we understand how it works, the better we can serve our kids' with their learning.

Just for a minute, imagine the brain as a vast area of bushland.

Just like a bushland area it can be overgrown with grass, tangled with trees and thick with bushes. You might...

As a dyslexia therapist, I often hear parents expressing their concern when their child appears to know something one moment but seems to have forgotten it the next. They wonder if there might be something 'wrong' with their child's brain, finding it perplexing. However, there is a logical...

Parenting a child with dyslexia can be challenging. In this blog, we will explore the emotional implications associated with dyslexia and provide guidance on how to support your child through their journey.

Frustration
Dyslexia can make reading and writing difficult for your child. This can lead...

Are you concerned about your child's reading ability?

Perhaps they've been struggling with reading, and you're wondering if there's something more going on, like dyslexia or another learning challenge.

Don't worry, you're not alone.

In this blog post, we'll delve into the fascinating Matthew...

Step onto the front lines, Mumma! Fiercely champion for your child's best education experience. Be their unwavering superhero, levelling the playing field for an extraordinary learning adventure!

Advocating for your child in the school system can feel daunting, I know because I have been in...