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...
5 days ago • 1 min read
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...
6 days 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...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Sometimes kids prefer reading over writing. What is a parent supposed to do when you have a child that is a reluctant writer? I recorded a video about this and I wanted YOU to be one of the first people to check it out. Let me know what your thoughts are. Do you think my idea would work for your child? I think this idea WILL work! Try it out! As a reminder, we have our fall waitlist open! Reply to this email for the details! 600 1st Ave, Ste 330 PMB 92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2246Unsubscribe ·...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Parents! 👋 I know you’re busy—and the last thing you need is one more thing to add to your day. But this is a podcast episode I think is worth your time. ❤️ In my recent episode, I’m talking about Dyslexia—what it is, what it can look like, and something really important: what might look like Dyslexia but actually be something else. If you’ve ever wondered, “Could my child have Dyslexia?” this episode is for you. I also share some practical NEXT STEPS you can take if you’re concerned your...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hey parents, if you are in the United States and more specifically in the midwest, your kids are heading back to school within the next two week. Some of you are cheering and other are crying. I have experienced both sides of the coin! My granddaughter will be heading to Kindergarten this year and she is our oldest, so I am cheering her on, but am sad about how fast that time has flown by! I just wanted to let you know that it is okay to feel relief, joy, saddness, or any other feeling you...
28 days ago • 1 min read
The Spelling/Reading Connection Unlocked! Our Spelling Program is Making a Huge Impact!Wow, summer is almost over! I can hardly believe it!We have been so busy meeting over the summer months and the kids have all made incredible improvements! I am so proud of ALL of them!I am delighted with the edition of our spelling program and how it is impacting the kids that are ready to use it!Our students may login to their Spelling Safari program ANYTIME you'd like and they can continue their work...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
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
about 2 months 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...
about 2 months 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...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
