My PRIDE

Hi, I’m Karina, a mom, a teacher, and an Orton-Gillingham Reading Specialist. Here at My PRIDE, my goal is to provide parents, tutors, and teachers with tips, resources, and positive encouragement.

Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District and PRIDE Reading Program

The PRIDE Reading Program has announced that the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District located in Riverside and San Bernardino counties in Southern California, has implemented the PRIDE Reading Program.

The Reading Curriculum That Can Change Everything For Your Struggling Homeschooler This Year!

Here is how this homeschool curriculum for struggling readers will make a huge difference for you and your child this year!

Dyslexic Characters in Children’s Books

Kids with dyslexia love books where they can relate to the main character. Here is a list of children’s books featuring dyslexic characters.

October Giveaway – Enter to Win $100 of Homeschool Curriculum!

October is Dyslexia Awareness month and we have an October Giveaway for you! Enter to win $100 of Homeschool Curriculum!

Cummins Life Reviews the PRIDE Reading Program

Kathryn from Cummins Life is using the PRIDE Reading Program in her homeschool. Read her review of this homeschool reading curriculum here.

Multisyllabic Words – How to Teach Them

As a very special treat, we have guest blogger Emily Gibbons from the Literacy Nest to share some really helpful and practical tips teaching multisyllabic words to struggling readers. THANK YOU Emily, for writing such a great post for our PRIDE readers!

Multisensory Reading Activity: Beach Ball Toss

Here is a really fun and active multisensory reading activity that involves tossing a beach ball back and forth.

Myron B. Thompson Academy and PRIDE Reading Program

The PRIDE Reading Program has announced that the Myron B. Thompson Academy located in Hawaii, has implemented the PRIDE Reading Program, structured literacy approach for students with dyslexia and specific learning disabilities.

How to Teach Spelling Words

Teaching spelling requires a logic, structure and fun activities. Here are some strategies that you can use to teach spelling effectively to kids of all ages.

Creatively Crunchy Mom Reviews the PRIDE Reading Program

Michelle from Creatively Crunchy Mom reviews the PRIDE Reading Program! Check out the review here!

How to Teach Letters and Sounds Correctly

If you are ready to teach your child the alphabet, here are some tips and strategies on how to teach letters and sounds correctly.

Homeschool and Humor Reviews the PRIDE Reading Program

Richie S. from Homeschool and Humor is using the PRIDE Reading Program in her homeschool with great success. Read her complete review of the program.

The Science of Reading: What All Teachers Should Know

Learn the science of reading behind how children should be taught to read and what is involved in the most effective reading instruction, from phonics to structured literacy.