My Kids Can't Choose a BOOK! This summer, I have been on a mission to get the kids I tutor excited about books! I KNOW they are excited about their video games, but a book? NO way! I have been introducing my students to a variety of books this summer and I put together the book list from July. If you want it, respond to this email with the word BOOK and I will send it to you! 600 1st Ave, Ste 330 PMB 92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2246Unsubscribe · Preferences
5 days ago • 1 min read
Are you exhausted and looking for a way to give yourself a break while keeping the kids busy? I think we ALL are in need of a summer break! Summer is this beautiful time when you get to spend more time in the sun, you find time to spend with family and friends, the fun is endless. Hmm, it is also exhausting! We have you covered! The Student Success Squad created a great video to provide you with options that you can use TODAY if you have officially run out of ideas! Check out the recording on...
13 days ago • 1 min read
I had a surprising request this week... A young adult contacted me about tutoring services. He had reached out to several online tutors for help with his spelling, and I was the only one who responded. I asked if he had time for a virtual call, and he quickly joined. During our conversation, I discovered he is a very intelligent young man. He simply felt he might have dyslexia because he has struggled with spelling for so long. He didn't have a conventional upbringing, and his cultural...
14 days ago • 1 min read
"I'm Bored!" As a busy, frazzled parent that is the LAST thing you want to hear from your kids! It is summer time, the kids are supposed to be outside enjoying the sunshine and having fun with friends! In a perfect world, this would totally be true. Unfortunately, this is not always that case. Some neighborhoods just don't allow the freedom other do to let the kids run around and just be kids. Sometimes kids have to go to a daycare provider and when the come home they are suddenly confronted...
29 days ago • 1 min read
I have 3 Summer Reading Picks perfect for your summer reading list! Our learners are LOVING our summer reading suggestions! I just put together a YouTube video that shares three special titles that will have your kids giggling and learning life lessons. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/Lm4sbcuXCg8 Be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss out on NEW content! The goal of the Tutoring with Sheryl podcast is to continual support your family with ideas to get the kids reading and...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
The Libby App is a priceless tool that many people are completely unaware of, and it could be a game changer for struggling readers. I was at our local library this month and the librarian and I typically chat about all sorts of things. She knows I support struggling readers and writers and she asked me if I knew about the Libby App. I didn't, so she took the time to go over it and I was convinced that THIS could be another tool to help support my students. I sat on the information wondering...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Mother Goose might be old fashioned, but it really does something for kids. Let's dive into this and consider reading Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes to kids. Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes I remember the day I started the book The Key to Rhondo by Emily Rodda to my students. I was teaching a fifth grade class at a local public school and I had just purchased the book from the Scholastic Book Fair. The Key to Rondo by Emily Rodda As I was reading the book and introducing the characters, most of my...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
We have another NEW student joining the Learning Squad! June is the perfect time to get additional support for reading, writing, and spelling challenges. Last week, I had a fomer student of mine reach out inquiring about services for her child. After a phone conversation we were both convinced that I could help support her son on his learning path. I was so excited to hear the mom's voice. She is all grown up now, but she is someone I am excited to support. She knows her son needs help and...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
The Kids are home and the first thing you hear is, "I'm bored..." It can feel overwhelming! Here are some quick wins for parents! 1.) Throw a box together with old recyclables that the kids can use for art time. Add any tools you will allow them to use such as scissors, tape, glue, ribbon, crayons, markers, paints and paint brushes. Designate an area they are allowed to create in. When they get bored, encourage them to go to the create space and use their imagination! A GREAT book to read to...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Are you struggling to get your child into a good book? Here are this week's picks for fun summer reading! I went to two libraries this week and found a wide variety of books for the different learners I support. The kids loved the selection and I thought you would too! I have been on a mission to share fun books with the students I support in my reading tutoring practice. I went live this week on YouTube and shared 18 books that your kids can find at your local libary. I wanted to share it...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
