by Karina Richland | Sep 15, 2025 | Structured Literacy
It can be incredibly frustrating to watch a bright, capable child struggle with reading. You know they are smart, but for some reason, the words on the page just don’t click. This is a common challenge, and it’s not a reflection of a child’s intelligence...
by Karina Richland | Aug 26, 2025 | Structured Literacy
If you asked most people what the silent e does, they’d say it makes a vowel say its name, like when pin becomes pine. While that’s its most famous job, it’s only part of the story. Did you know the silent e has at least six other important roles? It can soften the...
by Karina Richland | Jul 23, 2025 | Structured Literacy
In a fitness class, most people can follow the instructor and see results. Some might need a small group session to refine their form. But for those with specific goals or challenges, a personal trainer provides a customized plan that guarantees progress. The same...
by Karina Richland | Jul 14, 2025 | Structured Literacy
If you were building a house and noticed deep cracks forming in the foundation, you wouldn’t just paint over them and hope for the best. You’d call in a specialist to diagnose the problem and rebuild that foundation so it’s strong and stable. The same principle...
by Karina Richland | Aug 13, 2024 | A PRIDE Post, Dyslexia, Homeschooling, Learning Differences, Learning Disabilities, Structured Literacy
Dyslexia can be a tricky word, and sometimes people get confused about what it really means. Essentially, dyslexia is like having a different way of learning to read. However, it doesn’t mean someone is not smart or capable. Instead, it just means that their...
by Karina Richland | Jun 5, 2024 | Learning Differences, Learning Disabilities, Multisensory Teaching, Orton-Gillingham, Spelling, Structured Literacy
Why the Orton‑Gillingham Approach Delivers Real Results in Structured Literacy The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured literacy method designed to help students who struggle with reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension. While it benefits all learners, it...
