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Moving Literacy Forward
Leading Change in Literacy: Reflections from a Workshop with Eastern Townships School Board I recently had the honour of leading a...
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Apr 213 min read


Syntax: Understanding Clauses and Sentence Types
In my science of reading journey, diving into syntax has been the natural next step in my learning. To really grasp this concept, I knew...
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Sep 16, 20243 min read


G.R.O.W.: A Framework for Effective Independent Learning in the Classroom
In the dynamic environment of today’s classroom, balancing whole-group instruction with the individual needs of students can be...
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Aug 26, 20243 min read


Attention Getters & Call-and-Response
Once again, the IDA Ontario's Literacy & Learning Conference proved to be an amazing experience. Connecting with fellow educators who...
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Apr 28, 20242 min read


The Art of Pacing and Eliciting Responses in Structured Literacy Lessons
Phonics is a fundamental component of literacy instruction, providing the foundation for decoding words and developing reading fluency....
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Apr 23, 20242 min read


ETFO Webcast Series
In June 2023, the Ontario Ministry of Education introduced a new Language curriculum set to take effect in September of the same year....
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Apr 21, 20241 min read


Demystifying Dyslexia
Presented by the International Dyslexic Association, Ontario branch. In Partnership with Vaughan Public Library & Selwyn Public Library....
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Apr 21, 20241 min read


Demystifying Dyslexia
Supporting the Vaughan Public Library as they Demystify Dyslexia. This webinar provided literacy tips and about the nature of dyslexia....
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Apr 21, 20241 min read


Right to Read Initiative
I had the privilege of joining Dr. Kathryn Garforth from Right To Read Initiative in two podcasts/webinars this summer. Dr. Garforths'...
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Jul 28, 20221 min read


A Tactile Adventure in Learning
A Tactile Adventure in Learning This blog post contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you use these links to make a...
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Apr 22, 20222 min read
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