by Diana Rolston | Sep 10, 2025 | Blog
Have you ever watched your students struggle through spelling lists, memorizing words one week, only to forget them the next? You’re not alone. Many educators feel the frustration of teaching spelling rules that don’t seem to stick. But what if spelling could be more...
by NILD Canada | Jul 11, 2025 | Blog
You’ve met this student before. He walks into your classroom with wide eyes, a brand-new backpack, and a head full of questions. She colours carefully, listens intently, and can’t wait to learn to read. But after a few weeks of instruction, the red flags begin to...
by Diana Rolston | Mar 5, 2025 | Blog
For many students like 10-year-old Jacob, writing can feel like an uphill battle. He avoids it altogether, and his mother, Emma, feels lost. Jacob dreads writing assignments, often tearing up in frustration before even starting. She knew he needed help, but she wasn’t...
by Diana Rolston | Feb 19, 2025 | Blog
When a Bright Student Struggles to Read You’ve seen it before—a bright, eager student who just can’t seem to grasp reading. No matter how much you practice with them or how often they’re read to, they struggle to sound out words, mix up letters, and become frustrated...
by Diana Rolston | Jan 24, 2025 | Blog
Every educator has encountered students struggling with staying organized, managing time, or reflecting on their performance. These challenges often stem from difficulties with executive functions — the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus, remember...
by Diane Geerlinks | Nov 12, 2024 | Blog
As homeschooling parents, teaching our child the fundamentals of reading, writing, and math is at the core of our educational journey. We spend countless hours researching and selecting the best curriculum that aligns with both our child’s needs and our family’s...
