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Summer tutoring prevents summer slide and learning loss and provides valuable time to catch up and close gaps in knowledge and grade levels. Students can make great gains when school is out of session and start the next year with more confidence and skill. Schedule a consultation today to find out more about summer tutoring programs at Learn with Carlene LLC. Dycalculia tutor. Dyslexia tutor.

Choosing to homeschool your child is a big decision filled with excitement and questions. One of the most common concerns I hear is about the cost of homeschooling. How much will it really cost? What expenses should you expect? And how can you manage your budget while providing a rich, supportive learning environment? Let’s dive into these questions together and break down the costs in a way that feels manageable and encouraging. Homeschooling offers incredible flexibility, e

Math can feel like an abstract and overwhelming subject for children with math learning differences. The key to unlocking their understanding often lies in making math concepts tangible and concrete. By using manipulatives—hands-on tools that children can touch, move, and experiment with—you can bridge the gap between abstract ideas and real-world understanding. Here are my go-to manipulatives for teaching the basics of numbers and the number system.

Engaging Math Resources for Kids Math doesn’t have to be a daunting subject. With the right resources, it can become an exciting and enjoyable journey of discovery. Whether you’re looking for the best online games and math learning tools to support your homeschooling efforts, boost classroom learning, or simply make math fun, these resources have you covered. Let’s explore some of the best options to ignite a love of math in kids. Interactive Math Tools Bedtime Math: This app

Engaging Reads for Reluctant Readers When reading feels like a chore, you’d better justify that tremendous effort with a great story. Luckily, the following books have been kid-tested and approved as hilarious, heartwarming, and, most of all, worth the effort! Whether read aloud in person, pre-recorded as an audiobook, or read in print, these stories are sure to capture imaginations, explore universal themes, and expand vocabulary. Let’s dive into this list of must-reads for

When toys can teach children to learn to love their differences, that is magic! I am beyond thrilled to share with you a new discovery: Louie the Mango Squishmallow, who has - wait for it - dyslexia! This squishy, fluffy, squeezable guy is providing inclusion for our kids with dyslexia. According to his tag bio, little Louie has dyslexia, making it harder to learn to read. But he's almost finished his first chapter book (YAY, Louie!) and wants to be a librarian when he grows

I often get an upper elementary student whose parents tell me, "He can read just fine. We have spent years with an OG tutor. But we were so focused on reading that we didnt have time and energy for math, and now he is struggling." Math tends to get complicated for some people with dyslexia around 3rd grade because students at this level must memorize their times tables. Decimals and fractions can also prove challenging as students move from working with whole numbers to work

For years, you have noticed that something was not quite right. Your beautiful baby, who is as bright as can be, has struggled to learn the names of letters. Although this child can build unique sculptures from Legos and talk for hours about dinosaurs you've never heard of, reading the most straightforward picture book is a struggle. Your little one may run away from any activities that involve reading, but can draw masterpieces. Again, something is not quite right. So you se

Homeschooling is a personal choice. If you are reading this, perhaps you are considering homeschooling your child and are looking for guidance to help you make that decision. Here are some things to consider when homeschooling your child. Benefits of homeschooling Time. You can let your child work at their own pace, stay behind to spend more time in areas where they struggle, and zoom ahead in their areas of strength. Your child can work above or below grade level based on th

It's that time of year again! Thoughts are turning to fall fun, and all the holidays coming our way. Mine is a Halloween-loving family! We love seeing the neighborhood decorations, watching all our favorite Halloween movies, and coming up with creative costume ideas. Most of all, we enjoy the sense of excitement and anticipation as we lead up to the big day! My students and I love the following books for getting into the Halloween spirit! For each book, I have included an ac

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As part of the Dyslexia Awareness month special blog series, this post seeks to dispel some common myths about dyslexia.