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Building Pathways
Aug 17, 20232 min read
Is Handwriting Instruction Important?
This is a question we get asked by parents of students of all ages. From poor letter formation to completely illegible writing, the issue...
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Building Pathways
Jul 12, 20232 min read
Summer Reading Fun Part Two
Summer is for fun! Kids need the break! But don’t let their hard-earned literacy skills slip! Avoiding the summer slump and fostering...
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Building Pathways
Jun 27, 20232 min read
Summer Reading Fun!
You may have heard the term ”use it or lose it.” This rings true for students with learning differences during their summer hiatus....
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Building Pathways
May 10, 20231 min read
Structured Literacy Therapy and Vision Therapy
“Dyslexia affects the brain’s ability to sound out letters, not the ability to see them” Understood.Org. There is a lot of confusion...
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Building Pathways
Apr 12, 20232 min read
Dyslexia Robs a Person of Time, Accommodations Return It
While spring can bring fresh flowers, it also means the beginning of test-taking time for our students. Testing can be arduous and cause...
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Building Pathways
Mar 8, 20233 min read
It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint…
For students with dyslexia or struggling readers, one of the best supports we can offer as teachers and parents is the gift of time. The...
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Building Pathways
Feb 8, 20232 min read
Assistive Technology
Today’s kids have grown up in the digital age, and the use of Assistive Technology (AT) can provide invaluable support for students with...
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Building Pathways
Jan 11, 20232 min read
What are the Characteristics of Dyslexia?
There have always been myths about Dyslexia, and here are just a few we hear every week when talking with families: “He doesn’t see the...
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Building Pathways
Dec 14, 20222 min read
A Love Letter to our Parents and Guardians
We see you. You’ve taken the hard step to not only honor your child’s unique strengths but also address the areas where they need...
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Building Pathways
Nov 23, 20222 min read
So What is Structured Literacy Anyway,
and How Can it Help My Child The International Dyslexia Association defines Structured Literacy as the most effective approach for...
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Building Pathways
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Welcome back to the 2022 school year!
Usually, at this time, teachers and parents assess their students’ literacy levels, which is not always an easy feat. Often, parents are...
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Building Pathways
Oct 30, 20191 min read
Dyslexia and its effect on military families.
https://militaryfamilies.com/military-video/military-families-decode-dyslexia/
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Building Pathways
Oct 3, 20191 min read
An inspiring story for those who feel they may never learn to read (or love to read)...
https://blog.allaboutlearningpress.com/dyslexia-and-hope/
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Building Pathways
Apr 24, 20191 min read
Dyslexia and the "3rd Grade Wall"
3rd grade is a important year for all kids, and those struggling with dyslexia are particularly vulnerable. https://www.dyslexicadvanta...
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Building Pathways
Oct 5, 20181 min read
Hard Words
https://www.lexercise.com/blog/response-hard-words?group=333
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Building Pathways
Sep 10, 20181 min read
Stress and its effect on memory
I tell my students all the time, the brain shuts down when we become frustrated and stressed. Very interesting to understand what's going...
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Building Pathways
Sep 10, 20181 min read
What teachers can do for anxious kids
Teaching students how to positively talk to themselves could be added to this list. After all most of the conversations you have during...
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Building Pathways
Sep 10, 20181 min read
What to do when School = Anxiety for your child
Does your child get anxious about starting school? Here are some great tips on managing anxiety in your child (from understood.org, a...
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Building Pathways
Sep 10, 20181 min read
Getting your child on their teacher's radar
Its back to school time! It's never too early to introduce yourself and your child to their new teacher, especially when your child may...
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