• Dysgraphia vs Dyslexia | What is the difference?
    Sep 26 2025

    In this episode, we're cutting through the confusion of dysgraphia vs dyslexia. Discover why some kids struggle to write even though they're great at reading. Learn why some dyslexic children also struggle to write.

    This is Part 1 of a 2-part series.



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    17 mins
  • Dyslexia Resources for Parents | Start here!
    Sep 18 2025

    Are you searching for dyslexia resources for parents? Are you trying to understand your child’s diagnosis? This episode talks about 3 key things you can do to support your child.


    Two of the resources mentioned in the episode include:

    International Dyslexia Association

    Wright's Law

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    20 mins
  • Why in the world spelling still matters? | How to teach spelling
    Sep 11 2025

    Is your child’s weekly spelling list a source of frustration? Learn how to teach spelling and why it's a critical workout for the brain. Discover how a focus on morphology, with a multisensory approach, can finally make it stick.

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    28 mins
  • How to use a multisensory approach for struggling spellers - part 2
    Sep 4 2025

    This episode is the second part of our multisensory approach to spelling. In this episode, you'll discover how an OG tutor teaches students to break the word into sounds in order to spell the word.

    There are 4 specific examples: two vcv words, and a v-e word, and a 2-syllable word.


    If you missed the first part, head over to the previous episode.


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    22 mins
  • How to Use a Multisensory Approach for Struggling Spellers - part 1
    Aug 28 2025

    Is spelling a nightly battle in your home? In this episode, we explain how to use the Orton-Gillingham multisensory approach for struggling spellers to ensure learning sticks in long-term memory.


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    12 mins
  • Orton Gillingham | Is it right for your child?
    Aug 21 2025

    If you have a child who struggles to read, you may have heard the term Orton Gillingham, but you may not be exactly sure of what it means. This podcast explains what it is, and how to find a certified OG tutor.

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    10 mins
  • The D-word | What does a dyslexic diagnosis mean when you’re older?
    Aug 14 2025

    What happens when a dyslexic diagnosis comes long after the early elementary grades? In this episode, host Tracy Young sits down with her daughter, Alexandrine, to share Alex’s journey of discovering she was dyslexic.

    They explore the missed “red flags,” the frustration of being misunderstood by teachers, and the challenges of advanced coursework. Their conversation details the path to obtaining an evaluation in high school and the validating power of a dyslexic diagnosis. The message offers hope, encouragement, and practical strategies for both parents and teens navigating a similar path.

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    31 mins
  • Your Child’s IEP Meeting | Understand what exactly happens at the IEP Meeting
    Aug 7 2025

    Has the excitement of a new school year turned into worry? In this episode, we'll pull back the curtain on the IEP meeting to help you navigate the process. Find out what to expect so you can become a confident advocate for your child. We’ll even share next steps if the school determines that “everything is normal,” and you disagree.


    Click on the link below

    From Emotions to Advocacy by Pam Wright and Pete Wright



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    18 mins