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 Scattered by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare The Executive Function Podcast Seth Perler Bear and Bunny Grow Tomatoes by Bruce Koscielniak 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

I'm so excited for you to meet Dr. Terica Butler. She is a former teacher and believes literacy is a tool to build student identity and ignite in them curiosity about themselves and the world around them.  She spent most of her career supporting literacy initiatives in large urban school districts before creating her business, Apex Education Consulting Solutions, LLC, in 2018. She started her company to meet the professional learning needs of teachers and leaders. Then she decided to add a student solution service during the pandemic. And here we are two years later, she has refined the model into virtual literacy learning pods for grades 3-5.  In addition, Dr. Terica likes to spend time outside in the garden, listening to music and spending quality time with her loved ones. In this episode, we talk about the power of read-alouds.  Tune in for some really specific reasons why read-alouds are amazing and for some really easy tips and action items for you when you are picking out a read-aloud for your family. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes Book Nook Freebie The Vanderbeekers by Karina Yan Glaser @themulticulturalclassroom @helpingkidsrise @ainarasbookshelf Counting on Katherine by Helaine Becker  If you want more from Terica, check out here. You can also follow her on Facebook or Instagram. If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very 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

IEPs, accommodations, modifications... OH MY! Join me this week as I chat with Ann Mitchell about helping families navigate the difficult IEP process. Ann wears many hats! From being a wife, a mom, a grandmom to a certified reading interventionist trained in the Orton-Gillingham method. Yes, she's busy, but she would not change it for the world. She loves what she does and is so happy you are here. Find out more at Castle Rock Reading Tutor. Tune in to this episode to find out exactly what an IEP is, the difference between modifications and accommodations, and Ann's best advice for parents who are supporting their child with an IEP. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Season 2, Episode 17: Could Assistive Technology Help Your Child? The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett If you want more from Ann, check out Castle Rock Reading Tutor. You can also follow her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very 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 solo episode, Ashley is talking about the five things that every struggling reader needs to succeed: Specific and positive feedback  Texts that they can read  Texts that they want to read  A reading model Set aside blocks of time in their schedule for reading Tune in for some snackable tips to help your reader find and feel reading success! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Season 2, Episode 19: 4 Reading Error-Correction Tips & Tricks Season 2, Episode 20: Tips for Raising Confident Readers Season 1, Episode 20: Helping Your Child Pick a Just Right Book  Reading A-Z How to Create a Cozy Book Nook in Your Home You can also follow her on Facebook and Instagram. If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very 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 Adelle Southall. She's a former elementary teacher turned online tutor. She specializes in helping early readers and struggling readers build confidence as they blossom into fluent readers.  When she's not tutoring, you can find Adele cooking up something yummy in her kitchen binging on the latest trending show on Netflix. Tune in as Adelle shares her top tips for raising confident readers. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: How to Create a Cozy Book Nook in Your Home Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry and Edward Herrmann The Little House on the Praire series by Laura Ingalls Wilder If you want more from Adelle, check out Adelle Tutors. You can also follow her on Facebook and Instagram. If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very 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

Last week, I asked for podcast topic suggestions and this was one that was submitted by a listener... How do you help your child choose a book that is just right for them? So, today, I'll be sharing two simple strategies to help you help your child pick the perfect book for his/her reading level! Have you ever wondered how to help your child pick a book? Maybe you’re worried that the books they are picking are too hard or too easy. You’re not alone.  It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you’re standing in a bookstore or library. I get asked all the time, “How do I know if my child is picking the right books?” That’s what we’re going to talk about today! And it really is important for them to be reading just the right books. Just right books help to build confidence, reading skills, and fluency as a reader. Today, I will give you two tools you can use to get started picking Just Right Books. And, after the episode, head over to Instagram and save/screenshot the graphics that corresponds with this episode, Episode 20: Helping Your Child Pick a Just Right Book. Store them on your phone for reference next time you're choosing a book with your child! If you want to follow me on Social Media I can be found at the following links: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to claim your spot in my summer reading program, right here! Summer Reading Program - Upside Down Magic - July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

If you've been on social media recently, you've probably seen the hashtag #raisingreaders. Maybe, it has you wondering what exactly it means to raise a reader. Maybe, you're also wondering how you can raise a reader, too? That's exactly what I want to talk to you about this week.  In this episode, I'll answer two very important questions: 1. What does it mean to raise a reader?  2. How can a regular family go about raising readers? Keep listening for the answers to those two questions and so you can get started #raisingreaders! If you want to follow me on Social Media I can be found at the following links: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to claim your spot in my summer reading programs, right here! Summer Reading Program - Upside Down Magic - July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support

This past week on Facebook I saw a mom ask the following question, "Parents of readers - how do you go about keeping your kids reading all summer?" Now, I know if there is one person out there asking this question, there are likely many more wondering the same thing. In today's episode, I'm going to answer this exact question: How do you keep your kids reading all summer long? I'm going to offer you 10 different things you can do this summer! All you have to do is pick which ones you think will work for your child and your family.  FREE Resources Mentioned in This Episode 3-Step Reading Reward System How to Create a Cozy Book Nook in Your Home The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Virtual Book Club If you want to follow me on Social Media I can be found at the following links: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support! And don't forget to claim your spot in my summer reading programs, right here! Summer Reading Program - Upside Down Magic - July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thereadingproject/support