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During the summer of 2024, I enrolled in a $50 micro-credential course through SUNY New Paltz, and that’s when I truly entered the world of the Science of Reading . I had heard the term circulating in education spaces, but I didn’t fully understand what it meant. After all, I had already taken graduate-level courses on teaching reading. We just didn’t call it that . What surprised me most was how quickly I completed the course. In less than a month, I worked through every mod

When I read, I get tired. Sometimes I can only make it through five pages before my brain needs a break. I like reading in the car when I’m a passenger, but it often ends with me falling asleep. Then I feel disappointed, like I should have been able to read more. This is what dyslexia looks like for me as an adult. Not an inability to read, but the mental fatigue that comes with it. Growing Up With Dyslexia (Before I Had the Word for It) When I was growing up, I loved reading

A practical, parent-friendly checklist for Westchester County families If you’re a parent in Westchester County, NY  wondering whether your child is truly ready for kindergarten, you’re not alone. Kindergarten expectations have changed a lot over the years, and many Westchester families look for guidance on what skills actually matter. Below are six foundational readiness skills, plus simple at-home strategies if your child needs support. 1. They Know How to Rhyme Rhyming is

The Orton-Gillingham approach is a well-established method for teaching individuals with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. What sets it apart is its reliance on multisensory techniques that engage various senses to improve learning and retention. In this blog post, we will examine how the Orton-Gillingham method incorporates these multisensory elements and the significant benefits it offers to learners. What is Multisensory Instruction? Multisensory instruction uses mu