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The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Tracy Young, Orton Gillingham Tutor, Dyslexia Specialist & Mom of a Dyslexic Kid 68 episodes Nov 5, 2026
The Literacy Keys is a podcast for parents raising children with dyslexia or kids who struggle with reading, writing, and spelling. Host Tracy Young, a certified Orton-Gillingham tutor and dyslexia specialist, shares structured literacy tips and practical advice in plain English. Episodes aim to help parents stop guessing what to do next and turn “I can’t” into “I can.”
Episodes
Working Memory Deficit! Why your teen forgets (+4 accommodations to ask for)
You've been told your teen just needs to pay attention, but a working memory deficit isn't a focus problem. Often the kids who have one are paying more attention than anyone else in the room. They simply run out of space in the brain.In this episode, I explain what working memory actually is using an everyday comparison that you won't forget, and why working memory fills up so fast for
How to Build Confidence in Your Kid? Slow Down (+ Let Them Be Bored)
When was the last time your child was allowed to be bored? Not scrolling, not rushing off to practice, just bored. Veteran teacher Bridget Gengler thinks that empty space has a lot to do with how to build confidence in your kid, and her reasons may surprise you.Bridget once taught a quiet boy who dreaded being in the class wax museum. That’s the day every student dresses up as a famous figure and
Get Organized: Create a Planner for Teens (+ 3 Systems on How to Help Your Teenager Get Organized)
You just opened your teens backpack and found three weeks of crumpled math worksheets resting at the bottom. In this episode, you’ll learn how to get organized using simple, realistic routines that turn school chaos into calm consistency without nightly fights.Middle school brings a sudden jump in workload, rotating classes, and digital portals that easily overwhelm a neurodiverse student's ex
Child Refuses to Do School Work: 5 things That Parents Can Do (+ What It’s Really About)
The worksheet has been sitting on the kitchen table since four o'clock, and at 9pm it’s still blank. When a child refuses to do school work night after night it's usually a sign of something. You need to know what that refusal is actually telling you. I've learned from sitting across the table from students of all ages, that when a child refuses to do school work, the refusal is a code
Books About Dyslexia. Why Teens Read, But Still Struggle (3 Audiobooks)
Books about dyslexia either hand you the key to understand your child, or leave you more confused than when you started your journey.By the end of this episode you'll know which three books about dyslexia are worth your time, and which one to open first if your child is an older student.As part of my Orton Gillingham certification training, I had to read at least ten books on dyslexia. A few w
Dyslexia Awareness Month: Scared of the D-Word? Ditch the Red Pen + Reclaim Confidence
Watching your child stare at a worksheet covered in red ink is exhausting, but this is Dyslexia Awareness Month and we are flipping the script on those correction marks for good. You’ll walk away from this episode with the exact, low-stress script you need to talk to your child about reading struggles without tears or panic.For too long, the color red has meant one thing on your child's school
Neurodivergent ADHD Learner: From Parental Burnout to Building Your Child’s Dream Support Team
If you're raising a neurodivergent adhd learner who struggles with reading, math, or school stress, you don't have to carry the load alone. Discover how to trade overwhelming burnout for a calm, structured plan to build your child’s ultimate support team.When learning differences like dyscalculia or dyslexia overlap with neurodivergent adhd, standard classroom approaches often fall short.
Dyslexia Screener Flagged Your Kid? Think of it as an eye chart. (+ 5 questions to ask)
If you just received an At-Risk Letter, discover what to do with that information. Do you know which specific skill the dyslexia screener actually flagged? Most parents never find out, and that answer changes everything about what you do next. This episode will help you reframe a dyslexia screener as the eye chart, not the glasses. By the end of this episode you'll be able to understand an at-
Early Signs of Dyslexia in Toddlers: What Parents Need To Watch For
Picture your four-year-old standing on the front porch in a backpack that hangs down past their knees. Everybody is smiling for the first-day-of-preschool photo. Not one person in that picture is thinking about the early signs of dyslexia.After this episode, you'll know what to watch for in a two year old toddler, in a four year old preschooler, and for a six year old child. Plus discover one
Dyscalculia Symptoms: 9 Signs Parents Miss (+ 5 Books That Will Help You Understand What Is Dyscalculia)
Picture your child at the table, counting a small handful of coins for the third time while telling time on the clock is a total mystery. You’re concerned but aren’t sure why. Let me share that dyscalculia symptoms rarely announce themselves in one dramatic moment. By the end of this episode, you'll know nine signs to look for; understand what is dyscalculia in plain language and discover five
2e Kids: A Parent's Guide to Twice Exceptional (+ How to Get School Support)
Your child holds it together for seven hours at school, but then walks in the door, drops their backpack on the floor and quickly comes undone over a granola bar!For many 2e kids, that end-of-the-school-day meltdown is the most honest assessment you’ll get all year. Discover what makes 2e kids unique. By the end of this episode you will know what the term means and what to do with it. Learn* Why s
Read Alouds: What Nobody Explains To Parents (+ Unlocking The Question: Why Is It Important To Read To Your Child After Age Eight?)
This episode is all about read alouds and unlocking why oral reading is important for your child. Hint: Because their ears are years ahead. By the end of this episode, you’ll: Know why picking up books for read alouds does more for your child than another thirty minutes of sounding out words.Explain why your child's listening brain is years ahead of their reading brain, and exactly how long th
Robots for Education: Should You Panic? Probably Not (+ what parents need to know about the robot teacher)
A school district in New York just spent $57,590 on a humanoid robot named Sally, then hit pause days before the robot reached the classroom. The story behind robots for education is messy, and a lot more useful to you than the headlines made it sound. By the end of this episode, you'll know which tools can actually help your child read, and which ones to keep at arm's length.Here's wh
High School Tutoring: Why Do Teens Hate Tutoring? Blame the Alphabet (+ The Fix)
When was the last time anyone asked your teenager what they actually think of high school tutoring? My daughter Alexandrine joins me to provide her perspective. By the end of this episode you'll know why tutoring quietly fails so many in high school, and exactly what to look for and how to:Tell the difference between a tutor with one week of training and one with hundreds of logged hoursAsk th
Struggling Reader? Think of Swiss Cheese (+ How to Fill the Holes and Reading Gaps)
Today's thirteen-year-olds read at about the same level teens did back in 1971. If you're raising a struggling reader that explains a lot. By the end of this episode, you'll reframe your child's struggling reading as Swiss cheese, holes you can find and fill.Kids who slip past the early school years get very good at hiding. They memorize, they guess, they lean on others. That isn&#
Who Kicked? How to Improve Reading Comprehension in tweens, teens and adults (+3 tips to improve comprehension)
If you've been searching for how to improve reading comprehension for your tween, teen, or even yourself, this episode hands you the missing piece that everyone forgets to share. Plus you’ll find three fixes you can try this week.Somewhere between Middle School and High School the format of our books change. The sentences get longer, twistier, and they start hiding "who did what to whom" inside la
Graphic Novels for Kids...Real Reading? Yes, and Here's Why (+ 5 Ways to Build a Reader)
A parent's guide to graphic novels for kids: what they build, what to skip, and how to choose well. After this episode, you'll view graphic novels for kids for what they really are: a powerful tool to build a confident reader.Right around age nine, the number of kids who read for fun falls off a cliff. Researchers call it "the decline by nine," and it hits struggling readers the
Struggling Readers Aren't Broken: Science of Reading for Parents with Brett Tingley & Laura Stewart
It’s never too late for a teen to read well! This episode is all about explaining the Science of Reading to Parents, minus the jargon. think of it as a roadmap.By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly why struggling readers get stuck even when they’re in high school and three moves to help your child catch up, starting this week.Here's what nobody tells you: most reading help is built for l
Do You Need to Wait Until 3rd Grade to Test for Dyslexia? A Dyslexia Therapist Debunks the Testing Myth (+ How to Start Intervention at Home)
Has your school told you to wait until third grade to test for dyslexia? A dyslexia therapist says that advice is wrong! Learn your legal rights, the red flags schools miss, and how to start helping your child at home today because time is precious.In this episode of The Literacy Keys, Host Tracy Young sits down with Faye Cassell, a certified dyslexia therapist (CALT) and licensed dyslexia therapi
Summer Learning Loss: Is Your Child Really Forgetting It All? (+ 5 easy wins to prevent summer slide)
Summer learning loss hits struggling readers hardest. Every summer, kids can lose one to three months of reading progress, and summer learning loss hits the hardest with children who already work twice as hard just to keep up. Every fall, school data captures this loss. The good news is that you can prevent this from happening to your child. Research shows that a few minutes of reading several tim
AI and Education: What Every Parent of a Struggling Reader Needs to Know (+3 guardrails you can put in place)
AI in education can be a lifeline for kids, or a shortcut that costs them. A lot is changing with artificial intelligence and education. In this episode, Host Tracy Young walks you through where AI genuinely helps a neurodivergent learner, where AI quietly does the thinking their brain was supposed to do, and the one question that tells you which is which.Brand new 2026 research from Common Sense
Is Handwriting Outdated? Brain Science Has the Answer (+ 3 Things You Can Do This Week)
As your child groans at the workbook, and the pencil rolls off the table, you wonder if handwriting still matters in a world that runs on screens.Today's episode gives you the real reason for handwriting, the one rooted in brain science, along with three small things you can try this week. Schools are almost fully digital now, but researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technolo
Dyslexia Symptoms: Unpacking the 4 Ds, and Common Signs of Dyslexia Every Overwhelmed Parent Needs to Know
Are you currently feeling completely overwhelmed by your child's struggles? Identifying real dyslexia symptoms shouldn't feel like an impossible puzzle. This episode gives you the exact clarity to decode what is truly happening with your child.The internet is full of exhausting educational jargon that makes you feel like you need a professional degree just to help your child spell a basic
Does An Orton Gillingham Reading Program Work? Unpacking Research in Plain English (+ clear answers to help your struggling reader)
In this episode, we are tuning out the academic noise so you can confidently choose the best, stress-free path forward for your struggling reader. Understand why researchers were questioning if an Orton Gillingham reading program works, and which elements are the gold standard. A few years ago, a meta-analysis threw a massive wrench into the literacy world, leaving already exhausted parents feelin
Explaining Dyslexia: How to Talk to My Child About Dyslexia (+ 3 starting scripts for different ages)
Explaining dyslexia to your child shouldn't feel like delivering a medical sentence. It’s about finally giving them the key to why they’ve been working twice as hard for half the results. Without a name for their struggle, children often fill in the blanks with their own words that aren’t helpful. This episode is your guide to having “the talk” with your child. Whether your child is just start
Is Grade Retention a Magic Reset? Why More Of The Same Fails Struggling Readers (Discover What Your Child Actually Needs Without Repeating A Grade)
Are you exhausted from the mountain of report cards and school meetings? Do you feel that grade retention is the only option for your child? For a struggling reader or a dyslexic child, repeating a grade without changing the instruction is like asking them to run laps on a sprained ankle. Hope alone isn’t enough. In this episode, I’m breaking down the pros and cons (in plain English) so you can s
Is Your Kid’s School a Failure Factory? Chris Papst on Failing Schools and Why Common Sense Left the Building (+ 3 Ways to Reclaim Your Child’s Future)
Today on The Literacy Keys, we are diving deep into a topic that is often whispered about but rarely confronted head-on: the reality of failing schools. I’m joined by award-winning investigative reporter Chris Papst, author of The Failure Factory, to pull back the curtain on the institutional gaps that leave so many of our neurodiverse learners behind. If you’ve ever felt like your child was just
The Parent’s Guide to the Orton Gillingham Methodology: How to help your child at home (the step-by-step roadmap for an OG session)
Turn your I don't know how to help concerns into a clear, actionable plan that builds your child's reading brick by brick. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the Orton Gillingham Methodology to show you exactly how we re-wire the brain for reading success. If you’ve been feeling exhausted from the reading battles, I want you to know: you aren’t powerless. You don’t need a tea
How to Teach Reading When the Standard Way Fails (+ 3 programs that work for parents)
We’re often told by schools to trust the process, but when your child is guessing at words and struggling to spell simple things, that advice feels empty. If you’ve been searching for how to teach reading in a way that actually works, you’ve likely realized that more of the same isn't the answer.Today, we are moving past the overwhelm, ignoring the advice to be patient and looking at practical
Dyslexia Help | How to Teach a Dyslexic Child to Read. Use these 5 Keys (Expert Dyslexia Help for Parents)
If you’re searching for dyslexia help as you’re wondering how to teach a dyslexic child to read without tears and frustration, you are finally in the right place.By the end of this episode, you will have a clear, expert-backed roadmap to move your child from guessing to decoding with total confidence. We’ve all been there: sitting at the kitchen table watching your child struggle to read the word
Finding the Right Dyslexia Help: A Parent’s Guide to Irlen Syndrome, Dyslexia Glasses and Synesthesia.
Learn to spot co-occurring conditions with dyslexia like Irlen Syndrome.Dyslexia is not Irlen Syndrome, but they sometimes get mixed up. In this episode, Tracy Young and her daughter Alex dive deep into Irlen Syndrome and other hidden hurdles that often tag along with dyslexia to help you find the right dyslexia help for your family. They share a roadmap to help individuals with Irlen Syndrome fin
Go Beyond Cramming: 5 Tips for Studying Effectively (and retaining it)
Ditch cramming! Discover 5 science-backed tips for studying effectively and beating the forgetting curve. Imagine a world where studying doesn't end in frustration, and your kid actually remembers what they learned long after the test is over.Does your child spend hours highlighting their textbook, only to have their mind go blank the moment the exam hits their desk? It’s not a lack of effort.
Tired of the Reading Guessing Game? Use decodable books (and why the librarian will be your new BFF)...podcasthon
Stop the reading frustration! Discover how decodables build real word fluency and where to find free resources. If you are the parent of a struggling reader, you know the look. It’s that moment of hesitation when your child reaches a word they don’t know, glances at the picture for a clue, and takes a wild guess. It’s frustrating, and as many parents eventually realize it’s a sign that the child h
Upcoming Deadlines for an ESA Account - Explore Educational Savings Accounts (Don’t Miss the Money)
Is the State Paying for Your Tutor? Discover the ESA Account Secret and have Educational Savings Accounts explained.Let’s face it. You want the absolute best for your child, but sometimes the price tag for specialized literacy support feels like a mountain you just can’t climb alone. In this episode, we’re turning that mountain into a molehill by showing you exactly how to secure the state funding
Can You Run a Business If You Can’t Read the Contracts? Meet the Dyslexic Entrepreneur Who Did (& invented something for your dyslexic learner)
If you’ve ever stayed up late wondering if your teenager will be able to navigate the "real world" without constant help, this episode is something you’ve been waiting for.I recently sat down with Hillary Summerbell, a powerhouse dyslexic entrepreneur who built a thriving career long before she could comfortably read a single business contract. It’s easy to feel like the clock is ticking
What are norm referenced tests? What parents need to know about the bell shaped curve (no Stats degree required)
If you’ve ever tried to read a comprehensive evaluation, looked at all the norm referenced tests and thought, “Great, now I need a math degree just to read this report,” you are not alone. Trying to Decode the results can feel like a Secret Language. When you look at a thick report of evaluation results, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. With terms like norm referenced tests and percentiles, our chil
Are you thinking about testing for dyslexia? Discover what a comprehensive evaluation includes (and what each test tells you)
You shouldn’t need a PhD just to understand why your bright child is hitting a brick wall with spelling and reading. Stop the guesswork, ask for a comprehensive evaluation and learn exactly which tests belong when testing for dyslexia, ADHD or another conditions. Schools often use a "triage system," identifying only the most visible cases while bright, dyslexic kids fly under the radar b
Twice Exceptional: How Do You Tell If Your Kids Are Twice Exceptional? What does twice exceptional mean? Discover the struggles of 2e kids (and how you can help them)
Discover why twice exceptional kids struggle and uncover why 2e kids fly under the radar. Explore exactly what todo next to support your twice exceptional children. It’s sometimes called double deficit dyslexia.If you’ve been stuck in the loop of my kid is so smart… and still struggles, this episode is for you. Leave with language to use, tests to ask for, and a plan that actually fits your chil
Do You Have a Disorganized Child? Build an Escape Room! (Executive Functioning Activities That Actually Work)
If your disorganized child forgets everything, discover executive functioning activities that help scattered minds learn to plan, start, and finish. If your ADHD child continuously forgets to turn in homework, they might benefit from executive functioning activities. This episode shares a fun one, that even the most jaded teen will be rolling up their sleeves to try. You don’t have to mention th
Discover How To Improve Writing Skills (Even When Essays Feel Impossible) | 5 steps to improve writing and become a better writer
After this episode, you’ll know exactly how to improve writing skills and what to do next with your child so writing starts feeling doable.For many struggling readers writing is brain overload. They have ideas, but getting those ideas onto paper in the right order, with the right words, can feel like juggling while riding a unicycle. In this episode, Tracy Young (certified Orton-Gillingham tutor)
Is Your Child Struggling For Success At School? Hear Dyslexia Success Stories And Discover What You Can Do.
Struggling for success can feel like staring at a report card and thinking, “How is my child so bright… and still drowning?” After listening to this episode, you’ll feel less alone, more grounded, and clear on what to do today, not “someday.”Host Tracy Young, an ALTA-certified, Orton-Gillingham tutor, shares a candid Reddit thread where dyslexic adults shared the truth about being told they couldn
School Avoidance: Why is your child avoiding school and 3 simple steps to change “my child hates school” into a new narrative.
Have your mornings turned into hostage negotiations? After listening, you’ll understand what’s driving the school avoidance pushback and exactly what to do next. Understand what Half-Baked Muffins refers to, and turn hard mornings of “My Child Hates School” into a new reality. It's never easy but you can start this week! If you’re a parent hearing: “My Child Hates School” and you’re looking for an
Do Private Schools Have 504 Plans? A Parent’s Guide to Getting Accommodations.
The 504 plan and private schools: step-by-step explanation for what private schools must do, what they don’t haveto do, and how to ask for support without burning bridges. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactlywhat to ask for, how to ask, and what to do next, all without feeling like you need a law degree.This topic hits hard because private schools can soundconfident while giving yo
Dyslexia in Girls: When the Well-Behaved Kid Is Actually Struggling to Read
She’s not lazy—she’s masking dyslexia. Hear the sneaky signs of dyslexia in girls and why so many teachers miss them. A real story that looks at sex differences in dyslexia. In this episode, we cover how late diagnosis is common when girls compensate. You'll discover behavioral myths, research gaps, and a checklist of red flags for dyslexia in girls. This information will highlight why dyslexi
Dyslexia Accommodations Checklist: No More Second-Guessing (Part 2)
Stop second-guessing possible dyslexia accommodations. Get the dyslexia accommodations checklist and be prepared for the 504 meeting. Discover how to level the playing field for your child while fostering independence and self-advocacy. This is the second of a 2-part series, in which Tracy continues the conversation on dyslexia accommodations, shifting the focus to the critical transition into m
Dyslexia accommodations aren’t a favor or an advantage. This episode shares what to ask for and why it matters!
Stop second-guessing yourself. Before your child’s next school meeting, make sure you know which dyslexia accommodations actually help, and which myths to ignore. In this episode of The Literacy Keys, host Tracy Young breaks down dyslexia accommodations for students and explains how 504 dyslexia accommodations work in the classrooms. You'll discover the biggest misconceptions parents hear at s
How to Use the Orton Gillingham Method to Become the Dyslexia Tutor Your Child Needs. Remember you don’t have to homeschool to use Orton Gillingham at home.
You don’t need to be a professional dyslexia tutor to improve your child’s reading. In this episode of The Literacy Keys, you’ll learn how to bring the Orton Gillingham method right into your home using simple, powerful tips that help your child make real progress.If you’ve ever sat at the kitchen table watching your child avoid doing their homework, you’re not alone. That frustration is exactly w
Do you want to improve your child’s reading motivation? Learn how to motivate kids to read with tips from a dyslexia tutor.
If your middle or high schooler avoids books, argues about homework, or insists they’re just not a reader, this episode is for you. We’re digging into reading motivation for older kids and, most importantly, how to motivate your kids to read without constant battles or guilt trips.In this episode of The Literacy Keys, Tracy breaks down why so many secondary students are still struggling with found
Anxiety in teens is everywhere! Does Your Child Have Dyslexia and Anxiety? Discover how to help teens with anxiety (includes advice from a dyslexic teenager)
Co-hosts Tracy and Alex discuss their personal experiences with parental guilt, anxiety and dyslexia, and the importance of seeking therapy when anxiety in teens becomes too much. They explore the emotional journey of receiving a dyslexia diagnosis, the differing reactions between parent and child, and the complexities of parental guilt. They share their thoughts on helping teens with anxiety, and
4 Ways to Improve Reading Fluency
Dive into the essential skills of reading fluency — what it is, why it matters, and how parents can strengthen it at home using multi-sensory techniques. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What reading fluency actually meansWhy fluency is the bridge between decoding and comprehensionHow dyslexic learners uniquely benefit from structured fluency practiceThe most effective multi-sensory reading fluency s
Spotting dyslexia symptoms from Toddler to Adult
If your child avoids reading, mixes up words, melts down over homework, or keeps saying, “I’m just not smart,” you may be wondering whether there’s something deeper happening beneath the surface. What if these challenges aren’t a phase, but signs of dyslexia symptoms that have been overlooked?In this episode, Tracy Young, Orton-Gillingham practitioner and host of The Literacy Keys Podcast, walks y
Is your child a struggling writer? Discover how mind maps reduce the struggle to write essays and improve writing skills (3 free resources for Free Online Mind Maps)
If your child stares at the blank page when trying to write and you're trying to figure out how to improve writing skills this episode is for you. (Hint: online mind maps are a game changer. After listening to this episode, you’ll have a plan your child can actually follow.Writing can be exhausting for kids with dyslexia (and especially dysgraphia) because their brain is working overtime just to g
Symptoms of Dyslexia | Do you know what a bad dyslexic day feels like? What are the symptoms of dyslexia to understand?
This conversation explores the connection between dyslexia and success, highlighting how many innovative thinkers and leaders have thrived despite their challenges. The discussion emphasizes recognizing and leveraging strengths, navigating educational paths, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in career choices. The episode also shares one person's symptoms of dyslexia and w
Is ADHD masking dyslexia? Did you know that Dyslexia and ADHD often go together? Discover 5 ways to improve learning
Could the combination of Dyslexia and ADHD be the reason your child seems brilliant one moment, and completely overwhelmed the next? Yes! In this episode, Tracy Young helps you uncover what may be happening and gives you a clearer path forward for better learning support. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel more confident understanding what you’re seeing and what to do next to help your child
Math Dyslexia | It's really called dyscalculia
Does your child struggle with math? There might be something going on in the brain that’s causing the struggle. In this episode we talk about a condition which is sometimes referred to as “math dyslexia.” Learn about the neurological aspect, how it's diagnosed, along with practical strategies that can be used to help reduce the frustration. Best of all, we’ll share how to pronounce dyscalculi
They're changing the definition | IDA Definition of Dyslexia
The IDA definition of dyslexia is considered the gold standard. So why is the IDA changing the definition? What will it mean for your child? Listen to this podcast to discover what the change to the definition of dyslexia means for you and your child, and why the organization thought it necessary. Links:International Dyslexia AssociationPublic comment on the IDA definition of dyslexia
Am I Dyslexic? The No-Nonsense Guide to Dyslexia Help (plus a PSA: I’m Dyslexic, Not Stupid)
A mother and daughter’s journey with dyslexia as the daughter asks: “Am I dyslexic?” This episode shares dyslexia help for parents and offers a perspective on what many have said along the way, which hasn't always been pretty. Discover no-nonsense dyslexia help and advice. In this conversation, Tracy and Alex delve into the complexities of dyslexia, addressing common misconceptions and the im
When is messy handwriting a problem? Uncover what is dysgraphia, discover testing for dysgraphia and treatment support
Sometimes messy handwriting might be an indication of dysgraphia. Not sure what it is and interested in exploring testing for dysgraphia? This episode will help guide you through the process of testing for dysgraphia, and ensure your child has the dysgraphia treatment support they need to succeed. Handwriting can be hard for lots of reasons: fatigue, weak hand strength, slow motor control, or the
Dysgraphia vs Dyslexia | What is the difference?
In this episode, we're cutting through the confusion of dysgraphia vs dyslexia. Discover why some kids struggle to write even though they're great at reading. Learn why some dyslexic children also struggle to write. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series.
Dyslexia Resources for Parents | Start here!
Are you searching for dyslexia resources for parents? Are you trying to understand your child’s diagnosis? This episode talks about 3 key things you can do to support your child.Two of the resources mentioned in the episode include:International Dyslexia AssociationWright's Law
Does Spelling Really Matter ? The Hidden Cost of Being a Struggling Speller.
Is your child’s weekly spelling list a source of frustration? Do you wonder does spelling really matter? If you’ve asked that in a tired whisper over your child's homework, you’re not alone. For many kids, misspelled words aren’t careless mistakes. they’re a visible symptom of an invisible load: slower writing, more frustration, and a hit to confidence. And for dyslexic learners, spelling can
How to use a multisensory approach for struggling spellers - part 2
This episode is the second part of our multisensory approach to spelling. In this episode, you'll discover how an OG tutor teaches students to break the word into sounds in order to spell the word. There are 4 specific examples: two vcv words, and a v-e word, and a 2-syllable word.If you missed the first part, head over to the previous episode.
How to Use a Multisensory Approach for Struggling Spellers - part 1
Is spelling a nightly battle in your home? In this episode, we explain how to use the Orton-Gillingham multisensory approach for struggling spellers to ensure learning sticks in long-term memory.
Orton Gillingham | Is it right for your child?
If you have a child who struggles to read, you may have heard the term Orton Gillingham, but do you know what it means? Orton Gillingham is not a curriculum, it's a way of presenting information using a multisensory approach that is very effective for dyslexic children and struggling readers. This podcast explains what Orton Gillingham is, and how to find a certified OG tutor. BTW - I added t
The D-word | What does a dyslexic diagnosis mean when you’re older?
What happens when a dyslexic diagnosis comes long after the early elementary grades? In this episode, host Tracy Young sits down with her daughter, Alexandrine, to share Alex’s journey of discovering she was dyslexic. They explore the missed “red flags,” the frustration of being misunderstood by teachers, and the challenges of advanced coursework. Their conversation details the path to obtaini
Your Child’s IEP Meeting | Understand what exactly happens at the IEP Meeting
Before your first IEP meeting, someone at the school may tell you your child has to work through support tiers before any evaluation can start. That isn't the law! Once your child is evaluated, a meeting will be scheduled to determine eligibility, but nobody explains what to expect at your first IEP meeting. By the end of this episode you'll know who each individual at the table is, what t
What to do if you disagree with the school's evaluation for dyslexia testing? Understand the power of the IEE Independent Educational Evaluation and get a second opinion (without paying)
In this episode of The Literacy Keys, you'll understand the power of the IEE Independent Educational Evaluation when you disagree with the dyslexia testing conducted by the school. It's a powerful tool to use when the school’s evaluation says everything is fine with your child, but your gut tells you something is wrong! Discover the steps to have the school pay for your Independent Educational Eva
How to Improve Reading Comprehension? Say goodbye to reading comprehension worksheets. Use a 10-minute routine to improve reading comprehension skills (works for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade…any age)
Stop searching how to improve reading comprehension and sit back as host Tracy Young, a certified Orton Gillingham tutor shares proven ways to improve reading comprehension skills. So many kids hit a “brick wall” when the reading load explodes. The struggle shows up as procrastination, exhaustion, or homework that takes forever. Tracy breaks down what’s really going on and shares activities to imp
Does Your Child Shut Down or Lack Motivation? Discover how perseverance and resilience are game changers and what to do when learning stalls
Perseverance and Resilience can feel impossible when your child is staring at a page of homework, and you’re running out of pep talks and patience. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactly what to say (and do) when learning stalls, motivation tanks, and you’re worried you’re both sliding backward.If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you’ve likely seen the pattern: a burst of prog
Passionate or Obsessive? A parent's journey from dyslexia diagnosis to empowering others.
Get ready, parents! In this inaugural episode, your host, Tracy Young—an Orton Gillingham tutor, dyslexia tutor, and mom of a dyslexic child, lays bare her own journey, sharing how she became so incredibly passionate, (or "obsessive" as her dyslexic daughter affectionately calls it) about all things surrounding dyslexia. Tracy holds nothing back, admitting right from the start that she d
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