AI and Homeschooling: Why Do The Prep Work When AI Can Do It For You?
Homeschooling has become a popular choice for many families seeking an alternative to traditional schooling. Homeschooling offers the...
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Ellery Garrison
- Mar 12
- 2 min
Why Is Spelling Your Kid's Nemesis?
Spelling is one of the fundamental skills that children learn in school. It's an essential part of communication and writing, but many...
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Ellery Garrison
- Mar 2
- 2 min
Choosing The Best Apps To Teach Reading
Teaching a child to read is a crucial milestone in their development, and with the help of technology, there are now many apps available...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 28
- 2 min
Homeschooling: What Should I Consider Before Starting?
Homeschooling is becoming an increasingly popular option for parents who want more control over their child's education. However, it's...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 27
- 2 min
Spice Up Read-Aloud: Cloze Game
As a parent, you want to make reading time with your child fun and engaging. One way to do this is by playing the cloze game while...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 26
- 2 min
Why Would I Teach Spelling When There Is Tech For That?
Spelling is an essential part of effective communication, and while technology has made it easier to correct spelling mistakes, the...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 25
- 2 min
Don't Underestimate The Importance of Phonemic Awareness
Phonemic awareness is a crucial component of early literacy development, and its importance cannot be overstated. Phonemic awareness...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 25
- 2 min
Fun Phonics Games To Build Skills Quickly
Phonics is a fundamental aspect of learning to read and write. It involves teaching children the relationship between sounds and letters,...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 21
- 2 min
When Should My Child Begin To Read?
As a parent or caregiver, you may wonder when your child will begin to read. The truth is, there isn't a set age at which children start...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 20
- 2 min
5 Signs To Spot Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects a child's ability to read, write, and spell. It's important for parents to be able to...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 19
- 2 min
Homeschooling Burnout: 6 Steps to Combat It
Homeschooling can be a rewarding experience for both parents and children. However, it can also be a challenging and demanding task. As a...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 18
- 2 min
Phonics Before Age 7: Is It Truth or Myth?
Reading is a fundamental skill that we use every day. From navigating street signs to reading a favorite book, reading is an essential...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 11
- 2 min
MY KID KNOWS PHONICS, BUT IS NOT READING! WHAT'S GOING ON?
I get this A LOT from parents, and occasionally even from a few teachers. The first thing I do is some assessments (or talk to the...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Help! How Do I Build Reading Comprehension Without Boring Q/A?
Do you ever feel like you are stuck in a rut with helping your student develop better reading comprehension? Well, give one of these...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Reading and Memory: The Connection Explained
Reading and memory go hand in hand. When you read, you engage your memory, which helps you remember what you've read. Let's take a closer...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 6
- 2 min
What Sound Does The Letter R Really Make?
This topic must be at the top of my list as personal pet peeves! Over the years as a Reading Specialist, I have heard the letter R...
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Ellery Garrison
- Feb 5
- 1 min
Today's Reading Tip: Use Flashcards A New Way
When you hear the words "Flash Cards," you probably groan out loud. I know I still do. That is most likely because you grew up putting...
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