Effective Reading Strategies for Dyslexic Learners

Effective Reading Strategies for Dyslexic Learners

Dyslexia is a reading disability that makes learning to read difficult. It is characterized by difficulty with accurate word recognition, decoding, reading fluency, and difficulty with spelling. If you have a child with dyslexia, you know that the dynamic of school is...
Organizational Strategies for ADHD Homeschoolers

Organizational Strategies for ADHD Homeschoolers

At the heart of the struggle for the learner with ADHD is a deficit in organization skills. This struggle is daily, and it often spills into all aspects of life. As a parent, what can you do to help? Keep in mind that no matter how hard you try, you might not be able...
Creating a Dyslexia-Friendly Homeschool Environment

Creating a Dyslexia-Friendly Homeschool Environment

If you are homeschooling a dyslexic student, school can be challenging. It’s challenging but doable! Be sure to accommodate your dyslexic learner to set him up for maximum success. There are a few steps that will ensure that you are getting the most out of your...
Does your child need educational therapy?

Does your child need educational therapy?

Does your child need educational therapy? Is your parent-sense telling you something is wrong with your child’s learning? Listen to it! If your child is 9 years old or older and you don’t think he is reaching his full potential it might be time to have him...
Does your child need educational therapy?

Does your child need educational therapy?

Is your parent-sense telling you something is wrong with your child’s learning? Listen to it! If your child is 9 years old or older and you don’t think they are reaching their full potential it might be time to have them evaluated. Some areas of concern are...
Developing Self-Advocacy Skills

Developing Self-Advocacy Skills

At Willow Grove, we teach students to advocate for themselves The journey of being a non-traditional learner should include self-awareness of learning struggles or differences. One of our goals at Willow Grove Academy is to help our students learn to advocate for...