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Tutoring with Sheryl

Sheryl Uehling| Your Literacy Expert

I am a seasoned educator and reading specialist, empowering struggling readers from Kindergarten to Sixth Grade through evidence-based methods rooted in the Science of Reading. I personalize instruction, blending phonics, decoding, spelling, writing, and comprehension, fostering significant reading achievement. I have helped over 40 families move their child forward with their learning in the last 3 years. I have an established following on my Facebook pages where parents seek information about reading and tutors seek information on how to tutor online with little to no effort. My YouTube pages continue to grow their reach, as do my social media channels on Instagram and TikTok. I have been a guest on the podcasts, The Online Tutor Podcast and Tutoring Tips for Teachers. I have also made several guest appearances and led educational summits including IMPACT 6 and SOAR 1 and 2.

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A child that is not thrilled to complete a book report. There is an image of the book report form, a novel, and paper with a pencil.
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The Dreaded Book Report

I have several older students who are expected to read books and write reports. As usual, I try to encourage my parents to reach out and use me as a resource for these big projects. I get to celebrate my student success as they share all of their writing projects at school. Here is a recent blog post I shared with my families. I wanted to share it with you as well! The Dreaded Book Report Book reports can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to be! Each week, I share book recommendations...

1 day ago • 1 min read

I meet with kids all over the United States and Canada. One of my homeschool kids was so excited at this morning's lesson. He said he had read a book to his mother this week and she was so excited that he was reading faster and making better stops at the end of his sentences. (Fluency for the win!) I was so delighted and we talked about what a big difference this is making for him. He is currently reading a nonfiction story about Blackbeard and he will be writing an essay about it after we...

1 day ago • 1 min read

This week I put together The Dyslexia Road Map to help you get a grasp on what Dyslexia is and what it isn't. I also addressed specific things you can do to start the conversation at school to get the help your child deserves. And, I offered some simple solutions to help any struggling reader. I hope you will tune into the conversation. I recorded it several places. I made a Reel over on Instagram. I recorded a conversation for you to listen to on Spotify. I recorded a video using the LIVE...

2 days ago • 1 min read
A child trying to spell.

I can teach spelling patterns all day long and it DOES help many of the kids I support. However, sometimes a speech issue will actually keep a child from using the pattern because they continue to say the word wrong. This week I ran into this same problem again and I made a quick video about it. Tune in here to learn more! 731 County Road 5, Oakland, NE 68045Unsubscribe · Preferences

6 days ago • 1 min read
A struggling writer holding a pencil and thinking about what to write.

There is A LOT to unpack when we ask, “Why is essay writing so challenging for kids?” Do you have a greaet reader, but a struggling writer? This week, I created a LIVE video on my YouTube channel where I break down some of the struggles that can make essay writing feel overwhelming for students. If your child has ever stared at a blank page and said, “I don’t know what to write!”—this video is for you! Whether your child attends public school, private school, charter school, or is...

9 days ago • 1 min read

I am back with some fun book selections that might be found at your local library. My librarian and I have become great friends, I look forward to our visits and she always has a GREAT selection of books I get to choose from! She hosts a fun event each week for our local preschool kids where she reads books to them and they have a fun activity to do. I am considering doing this on my YouTube page. Would you be interested in seeing something like that? Let me know! Just reply to this email and...

17 days ago • 2 min read
Dr. Anita Archer lecturing

How do I prepare for my tutoring lessons? This is a GREAT question—and I believe it starts with knowing my students! I ALWAYS begin services with a basic assessment. As we continue working together, I take notes, observe what each student can demonstrate, and continually assess their skills and growth. I also complete quarterly assessments to track overall progress. All of this information helps me create a path for each student based on their individual needs. No two students are exactly...

26 days ago • 1 min read

What should you do when you notice symptoms of a struggling reader? Let's break it down! I recorded an episode that you can listen to as you go about your busy schedule. Here are some simple tips and tricks to get through their homework! I Think My Child is Struggli... Sep 4 · Tutoring with Sheryl Pod... 13:12 What is your child demonstrating? Did these tips help? Let me know! Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Morbi ultrices vehicula erat, eu faucibus ligula viverra sit...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Confused parents with the title: The Parent's Guide to The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy

I had a great conversation with a parent seeking tutoring services yesterday. She had wonderful questions but felt stuck because she was a banker and couldn't really understand the "Teacher Talk" she was hearing when she was speaking with her child's teacher. The new buzz words floating around are "The Science of Reading" and "Structured Literacy." Let's break this down so you can understand what your child's teacher might be saying to you. YOU WANT to know this information so YOU can be an...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Older readers are often asked to infer while reading, and the word itself can be befuddling because of its strange name. Let's break it down! Infer: To reach a conclusion based on facts. (Merriam-Webster helped me give you the best definition!) Why is this a difficult thing for a struggling reader to accomplish? 👉🏻 Your child is reading, and they may get lost in the text due to the high word count, new vocabulary, or simply because they don't comprehend what the text is saying. 👉🏻 Now they...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read