Last year, I left the classroom to become a private reading tutor, and since then,…
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Affordable Ways to Renew Your Wilson Certification in 2025
Are you wondering where to find PD hours for your Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner certification? I’m…

8 Science of Reading Courses Every Teacher Should Consider
If you’re looking to deepen your understanding of how we learn to read and how…

10 Summer Phonics Activities to Keep Literacy Skills Sharp
Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, but it’s also when many young readers…

10 Questions I Always Get About Leaving Public School to Be a Reading Tutor
When I began talking about leaving public school to be a reading tutor, I had…

Understanding the CTOPP-2: A Guide for Teachers and Parents
The CTOPP -2 (conversationally referred to and pronounced as the “See Top”) is a test…

Understanding the WIST: A Resource for All Literacy Teachers
The Word Identification and Spelling Test (WIST) is a valuable tool for assessing foundational literacy…

CTOPP-2 Score Interpretation: How to Write Clearer Reports
Understanding CTOPP-2 score interpretation is essential for writing clear, helpful evaluation reports that truly reflect…

Science of Reading Meets Summer Reading: Your Structured Literacy Homework Plan
Planning structured literacy homework for summer doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re prepping for…

Top Picks: Decodable Books for Wilson, Orton Gillingham, and Structured Literacy Instruction
Are you looking for decodable books your students can confidently read at home or in…