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Resources and Additional Information
Navigating the complex world of learning disabilities and education can be overwhelming for parents and guardians. That's why I've created this space - to share valuable resources, practical tips, and insightful observations gathered from my university education, my personal experience with dyslexia, and my professional practice. Here, you'll find helpful information and guidance to support your own journey. Feel free to explore, share, and reach out anytime if you have any questions.
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Grants for Students
In Victoria, several organizations offer grants that can significantly help cover the cost of Orton-Gillingham lessons. I highly...
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Speaking Up: How Confidence Empowers Students with Dyslexia
I recently had a surprising conversation with a student. The student told me that, on the first day of high school this year, she marched up to her new teachers at the end of each class and said, “I have dyslexia, and I’ll need extra help and time with my reading and writing.” I was so impressed with her boldness and fearlessness! I have been teaching this student for nearly two years. While she has made amazing progress with her literacy, this story clearly demonstrates anot
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Executive Function
Definition: The ability to get stuff done. Executive Function (EF) is a set of mental processes that helps us manage our thoughts, actions, and emotions to achieve goals. 1 Purpose: It enables us to plan, start, and finish tasks. It helps us focus, control our impulses, monitor and adapt our behaviors, and stay on track to accomplish our goals. 2 It is the brain’s conductor, like that of an orchestra, coordinating our thoughts and emotions to guide us through complex situatio
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The Importance of the Pause for Word Recall: Trusting Your Brain
One of the biggest challenges I see with dyslexia and ADHD is on-the-spot word recall. Finding the right word, name, or term on the spot can be really tough—even if it’s a word the student uses all the time. In school, where kids are often expected to answer quickly in front of a class, this can be especially stressful. Many start to worry about looking “dumb” if they can’t remember a word right away, and that fear can make them avoid speaking up altogether. I know this stru
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ADHD Coaching & Consulting Victoria
Talking with an ADHD specialist can be very helpful! I'm glad I found someone locally I can recommend to families. ADHD Coach Victoria offers professional ADHD coaching services tailored for children, teens, and adults, with a focus on supporting families in the Victoria, BC area and beyond. Run by Victoria McDougall, a certified ADHD coach, the practice provides individualized coaching that helps clients develop executive functioning skills, build self-esteem, and manage em
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ADHD Resources
I was recommended these courses for helping parents and educators for child with ADHD. I took both courses myself and found they are full...
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Access 2 Card
I was recommended this program to share with my families! The Access 2 card is a free, personalized card that provides individuals with a...
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Thriving in College with ADHD: Essential Tools and Strategies for Success
This article is by: Anna Harris Shared to my website with her permission. To check out the original articles and futher resources visit...
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The Benefits of Audiobooks
When we read to ourselves, our brains tend to skim and skip over certain words, filling in gaps with our prior knowledge and...
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Caffeine and ADHD: The Hidden Link
It's intriguing to note that many adults who swear by their daily coffee habit may be unknowingly self-medicating with caffeine to...
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How Learning Disabilities & ADHD can affect driving
I recently came across a fascinating resource on ADHD and driving, and I wanted to share some key points with you! Individuals with...
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Unlocking Potential: The Benefits of Integrating Orton-Gillingham Lessons into the School Day
Incorporating Orton-Gillingham lessons into the school day, rather than scheduling them after school, can have several benefits. While...
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What does Dopamine have to do with ADHD?
Children with ADHD often exhibit dopamine-seeking behavior, characterized by a constant quest for novel, exciting, and rewarding...
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How to praise your child to get the best results and improve confidence.
In the study, Dweck gave 400 students a simple puzzle to tackle. After the puzzle was completed, students were each individually given...
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The 7 Uses of Silent E
Did you know that the Silent E at the end of words has 7 different uses? I certainly didn't before I started teaching Orton-Gillingham. I...
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Don't know your left and rights? It may be dyslexia.
Did you know that 8 out of 10 individuals with dyslexia struggle with directional knowledge? This often manifests as B/D reversals in...
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Is dyslexia genetic?
Dyslexia has a strong genetic component, and nearly all my students have a family history of learning struggles. However, in previous...
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How to get those kids reading!
Getting your dyslexic kids to read can be a huge challenge! Here are some tips and ideas to get them reading: • Using “fun” lower-level...
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Conversation and it's link to literacy.
Did you know that new studies have shown that children and teens with greater conversational abilities demonstrate more skill in reading...
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