Teaching Strategies

Lazy or Overwhelmed? Rethinking What We See as Avoidance

When a child avoids work, adults often jump to one conclusion: laziness. But avoidance is...

Processing Speed Isn’t Intelligence: Why “Slow Down” Misses the Point

Some brains need more time.That’s not a flaw—it’s a difference. Processing speed affects how quickly...

The Damage of Comparison (and Why “Everyone Else Can Do This” Hurts)

Few phrases damage confidence faster than comparison. “Everyone else can do this” sends a clear...

From “What’s Wrong With You?” to “What Do You Need?”

This question changes everything. “What’s wrong with you?” focuses on blame.“What do you need?” focuses...

Things We Say That Hurt — and What to Say Instead

Words shape learning—long before worksheets, grades, or test scores ever do. Most adults don’t mean...
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TeachingBooks.com: The Best Library Resource You’re Not Using (Yet!)

Discover TeachingBooks.com: A Treasure Trove for Readers of All Ages If you’ve ever wished for...
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Sight Words: More Than Just Memorization

Did you know that our brains don't store words visually, but rather as a series...
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What is Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Therapy

June 25, 2021The science of reading brings together a variety of fields - education, psychology,...
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Sight Words: More Than Just Memorization

April 23, 2022 | Dyslexia, Learning Disability, Structured Literacy, Teaching StrategiesDid you know that our...