The Reading Project

In this episode, I'm joined by Mindy VanZuiden, an educator and tutor who places the importance of rapport with students at the top, knowing if the relationship is in place everything else can then fall in line. Mindy is passionate about learning and encourages her students to not only learn to succeed in the academic world but she teaches them important life skills as well. Mindy knew that she wanted to become a teacher so that she might have the opportunity to change the course of a child’s life by helping them reach their full potential. Mindy taught in the public school system for over 15 years. Her Undergraduate degree is in K-12 Physical Education, her Master’s Degree is in Education Leadership, and Mindy is a Certified Dyslexia Specialist through the University of Florida. Mindy has taught in Illinois, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, and Iowa. Stay in touch with Mindy! Follow her on Instagram and Facebook. And, check out Tutorburg. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Decoding DyslexiaThe Dyslexia Dynamics ConferenceScarborough’s Reading RopeDefine to KnowThe Little Old Man Who Could Not ReadThe Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

We often hear about the importance of reading for educational purposes, but reading for fun holds its own unique benefits. In this episode, I'm sharing all about the importance of reading for fun and how families, including busy caregivers, can find more time for it in their lives. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Your Reading Tutor TpT store 4.10 Using Children's Books to Help Kids Process Emotions with Hailey Glynn 3.25 Using Picture Books to Teach Social-Emotional Skills with Judd Shaw Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling The Week Junio If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Melquea Smith, a Black, Queer, multi-award-winning children’s book illustrator based in New York, for a discussion about filling your home library with black books! Melquea is an active member of The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and a committee member of #BlackCreatorsHeadquarters. Certified kid at heart, she provides positive and joyful imagery of Black kids and Black families through her art and children’s books. She specializes in illustrating little Black girls of all shapes, colors, and sizes. When not illustrating, you’ll find Melquea watching the newest animated shows and movies, learning all about Japan, studying Spanish with her cat Kilala, and giving her other cat Bumblebee pit-pats on her super fluffy tummy. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Free coloring sheet for families: prettykittypaintings.com/color Black Authors And Illustrators: https://www.janelleharperauthor.com/https://valeriebolling.com/index.htmlhttps://www.allenwriteswell.com/bookshttps://www.instagram.com/stacebyerhttps://reggiebrownart.com/bookshttps://rizzyfig.com/bookshttps://www.prettykittypaintings.com/books Resources of other authors and illustrators to follow prettykittypaintings.com/resources Books The Thingumajig Book of MannersSulwe If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Jody Sperling for a conversation about helping our kiddos develop a life-long love of reading. Jody Sperling is the author of the Luke in Time mysteries and host of TRBM a podcast for authors who want to get their books into more readers' hands. He’s also hitchhiked across the country and lived out of his van. You can connect with Jody on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! The HobbitThe Wind in the WillowsDiary of a Wimpy KidCaptain UnderpantsThe WitchesThe Very Hungry CaterpillarBrown Bear, Brown Bear What do You See?Harry Potter2.36 How adding Snacks and Friends can Motivate ReadersBlue Like JazzThe Luke in Time MysteriesThe HenryThe Chronicles of NarniaThe School for Good and Evil If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

This is part two of a two-part series on literacy hacks for busy families. Catch part one, here. In this episode, I'm sharing practical and time-efficient tips for parents and caregivers who may have busy schedules but still want to foster a culture of literacy at home. I am going to share 10 different ideas, 5 in this episode and 5 in part one. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! How to Create a Cozy Book Nook in Your HomeMartha SpeaksSid the Science KidsWild KrattsLittle EinsteinsMagic School BusCuriosity Stream3-step Reading Reward SystemThe Ultimate Guide to Starting a Virtual Book Club If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Hailey Glynn for a conversation about how we can use children's books to help our kiddos process difficult situations and learn more about themselves. Hailey, a former elementary teacher from Buffalo, NY, unexpectedly ventured into storytelling during the pandemic. Her debut, "When Virona the Corona Came to Town," became an instant hit, sparking Hailey's journey into publishing. Hailey continues to expand her repertoire with other empowering children's books and an activity book that sparks creativity, "The Squiggle Book." Hailey writes and illustrates her own stories and is also the creative force behind Growing With Glynn, her publishing business, where she helps aspiring authors bring their book ideas to life too. The more amazing children's books that are out in the world, the merrier! You can connect with Hailey by visiting her website, ⁠Growing with Glynn⁠, or by finding her on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Growing with Glynn - TpT Store⁠2.35 The Power of Read Alouds for Upper Grades with Terica ButlerThe Squiggle Book: Creative Doodling For All AgesWhen Virona the Corona Came to TownCornelia Spunk Can Learn Next to a SkunkI Love You, Stinky Face If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

This is part one of a two-part series on literacy hacks for busy families. In this episode, I'm sharing practical and time-efficient tips for parents and caregivers who may have busy schedules but still want to foster a culture of literacy at home. I am going to share 10 different ideas, 5 in this episode and 5 in part two. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! The Week, Jr.A Year Full of Stories: 52 classic stories from all around the world⁠A World Full of Spooky Stories: 50 Tales to Make Your Spine TingleTales of Brave and Brilliant Girls from the Greek MythsFrom the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. FrankweilerEncyclopedia Brown, Boy DetectiveThe Sisters Grimm: Fairy-Tale Detectives: The Fairy Tale DetectivesChasing VermeerStarfallReading EggsEndless ReadersTeacher Your Monster to Read If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Heather O’Donnell for a conversation about writing skills that will help your kids and students improve their comprehension. Heather O’Donnell MS.Ed and Ed.M began her career as a classroom teacher. Working in both special and general education classroom settings, she left the classroom in 2018 to open New Paltz Multisensory, an online and in-person tutoring practice in New Paltz, NY. After identifying a need for private multisensory reading instruction in her community, the practice has grown to include a team of 13 tutors providing online and in-person multisensory reading, writing, and math instruction to students in over 10 states. Heather uses the Orton-Gillingham approach to diagnostically provide explicit instruction so that kids learn to love learning again! You can connect with Heather by visiting her website, New Paltz Multisensory, or by finding her on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! New Paltz Multisensory Tutoring TpT storeThe Knowledge GapThe Writing Revolution If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this special holiday episode, we're diving into the world of reading, writing, and online learning with a guide to thoughtful and educational Christmas gifts for kids! With the holiday season right around the corner, I've curated a list of gifts that will inspire young minds and foster a love for learning. Whether it's enhancing literacy skills or making online education more engaging, I've got you covered. Let's unwrap these fantastic gift ideas! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Epic!⁠LiteratiKindle Paperwhite KidsWould Your Rather booksJoke booksJournal or diaryStorytelling kitFlipbooksWindow markersStory cubesFun pensBlack sticky notesDuoLingoNight ZookeeperTynkerHeadset with microphone If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Ashley Gilbert. Ashley is a former elementary school teacher who took her favorite parts of the classroom and turned them into a successful and thriving tutoring business, Keep It Up Tutoring! She's on a mission to help K-5 students become better readers, spellers, and writers. Ashley has a Master's Degree in teaching and has been LETRS trained. When she's not working, Ashley enjoys spending time with her pets, playing the clarinet, and gardening. Join us for a conversation about how we can help our struggling and reluctant writers at home. For more from Ashley, check out ⁠⁠Keep It Up Tutoring⁠⁠ and follow her on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! 2.14 Tips to Make the Most of the Library3.15 Helping Kids Find Their Voices Through Writing with Liz Ward2.4 Dysgraphia and The Reluctant Writer1.22 Motivating a Reluctant Writer If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠⁠you can do so here⁠⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Pinterest.⁠⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by executive function coach, Carrie Bonnett. Carrie is a veteran teacher and lifelong listmaker based in Bend, Oregon where she lives with her husband and two children. Carrie works with families all over the United States. Her no-shame approach and the strategies and tools that she teaches empower students to thrive in school and in life, help parents and teachers support their children, and help adults get on top of all that life requires. In addition to coaching, she is also an adjunct instructor for early career teachers at the University of Portland in Oregon. Listen in as we talk about executive function and how we can focus on building executive function skills within our families. For more from Carrie, check out ⁠CarrieBonnett.com⁠ and follow her on ⁠Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! FREE quick-start blueprint to help your student GET THINGS DONE Smart but ScatteredThe Executive Function PodcastSeth PerlerBear and Bunny Grow Tomatoes If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠you can do so here⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠Pinterest.⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of vocabulary development in children and why your kids need to read more nonfiction! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Epic!Chicks & Chickens If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, ⁠you can do so here⁠. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠Pinterest.⁠ Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at ⁠Your Reading Tutor⁠ for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my ⁠FREE Reading Rewards System⁠ and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

We're back with season 4! In this episode, I'm joined by Scotti Weintraub of Reframe Parenting. Scotti Weintraub is the mom of 2 teen boys. After supporting her own struggling children, she's using her hard-won experience to save other parents time and heartache with her business, Reframe Parenting. She loves nothing more than helping other parents find the knowledge & resources they need. Listen in as we talk about the signs that your child might be struggling in school and what you can do as a parent to advocate for them! For more from Scotti, check out Reframe Parenting and follow her on Instagram! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! 2.23: Does Your Child Need a Reading Tutor?The School Struggle ChecklistRoss Greene, Ph.D. books If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

This year, Banned Book Week is October 1-7. In this episode, I'm taking on a controversial topic... reading banned books with your children. Tune in for an explanation of why some books get banned and ten questions to consider before reading banned books with your kiddos. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! To Kill a MockingbirdBridge to TerribithiaHarry Potter series If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Aly Young. Aly's background in psychology and sociology led her to explore her passion for education and learning by teaching in various settings, from public, to private, to charter. In each school, Aly noticed that kids always struggled with the material, not because they weren't smart or trying, but because the approach was wrong. Aly noticed these struggling learners because she's been there and she's seen how the system fails so many children who learn differently. So, she decided to do something about it! Aly created The Learning Lab, a place where children’s learning styles are acknowledged and embraced. Listen in as we talk about best practices for teaching students with dyslexia and practical tips for supporting your dyslexic learner at home! For more from Aly, check out The Learning Lab and follow her on Instagram and Facebook! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Overcoming DyslexiaThe Gift of DyslexiaThe Dyslexia Empowerment Plan The Whole-Brain ChildThe Giving Tree If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. Send me an email at ashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com. Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

It's our season 3 finale! Wow, I can't beleive how incredible this season has been! Tune in as we take a stroll down memory lane, get a sneak peek at what's to come over the summer, and I'll offer my opinion on the debate over whether kids should take the summer off or keep tutoring. Stick around until the end for all of the details on my fun summer family reading challenge! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 3.36 Keep Your Child Learning All Summer!Tutoring servicesPokemon Summer Reading ClubBINGO cardashleyd@yourreadingtutor.com If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, we're discussing how to avoid summer learning loss with your children. Summer break is a wonderful time for kids to relax, explore new activities, and enjoy some much-needed downtime. However, studies have shown that students can experience learning loss during this period, commonly known as the "summer slide." But don't worry! Tune in as I share some great strategies to keep your children engaged and learning all summer long. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: How to Create a Cozy Book Nook in Your HomeThe Ultimate Guide to Starting a Virtual Book ClubPokemon Summer Reading Club If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm breaking down reading levels and the different types of systems used for leveling. Tune in for a brief overview of five different methods/types of levels, how they work, and what they tell us! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Reading A-ZRaz-Kids If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by Margie Figueroa. Margie is a wife, mom, and Founder and Lead Teacher of Funshine Educational Services, a small business that provides online learning opportunities including tutoring, homeschool help, and parent coaching. She has 13 years of classroom experience and 1 year of Instructional Coaching experience and she has a passion for educating children. She believes in developing relationships with kids and that learning should be FUN! Tune in as we chat about the five questions every parent or caregiver should be asking at parent-teacher conferences! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Child's Teacher During a Parent-Teacher ConferenceHave You Filled a Bucket TodaySummer ClubsWonder Learn more about Angie by visiting Funshine Education Blog. You can connect with her on Instagram! If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

In this episode, I'm joined by return guest, Emily Gibbons! She is a mom of four and an educator who loves creating, sharing, and talking about all things literacy. As a certified Orton-Gillingham educator and dyslexia specialist, she strives to provide resources that assist teachers, families, and children with all aspects of structured literacy and dyslexia. In this episode, we're talking all about decodable books and texts! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 2.1 Dyslexia Debunked with Emily GibbonsTutor Success AcademySold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Read Went So WrongPrimary PhonicsWhole PhonicsPhonic BooksFly Leaf PublishingSimple Words BooksHigh Noon BooksSaddleback PublishingThe Toucan SeriesSprouting SeedsMillionaires for the MonthThe Miscalculations of Lightning GirlThe World Emnds in AprilBlack Beauty Peter PanAladdin and the Wonderful LampWaffles and PancakeElephant and Piggy Learn more about Emily by visiting The Literacy Nest. You can connect with her on Instagram or Facebook. And, check out her podcast, Together in Literacy! If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated! If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links: Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today! Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support