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Article appearing in the Back to Basics Learning Dynamics newsletter - Jan 2009:
Helping Johnny To Read
Contact: Beverly Stewart, M.Ed. 302-594-0754
Reading improvement for your child
Many children, and adults for that matter, have difficulty reading. There are specialized programs to assist
non-readers and poor readers to improve their literacy level. Here are a couple of helpful programs that you
may not be familiar with:
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes- The programs in this method have been effective with symptoms of dyslexia,
hyperlexia, autism and general learning disabilities. They target the basic sensory functions that are related
to learning and stimulate them. These programs include, but are not limited to, Talkies, Seeing Stars, and
Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing.
Orton-Gillingham-This methodology was developed by Dr. Samuel Orton and an educator, Anna Gillingham. It puts
emphasis on visual, auditory and kinesthetic learning styles and uses phonetics. It is a multi-sensory approach
to reading. Orton-Gillingham begins with the structure of language and teaches reading, handwriting and
written expression as a logical all-encompassing body. This comprehensive approach benefits a majority
of students, if not all.
Of course, catching a reading difficulty early is key. Observe your children and seek help at the first
sign of trouble. This gives you the best chance of success no matter what program you choose. We also
have psychologists on staff to do psychoeducational testing.
Quote of the month:
"Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself."-John Dewey
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Beverly Stewart, M.Ed., is President and Director of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, the
area leader in one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction for students of all ages. Back to Basics
also runs a state-approved alternative school. Email Beverly at beverly@backtobasicslearning.com
or call (302) 594-0754.
Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. is located on 6 Stone Hill Road, Wilmington. |
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