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5 Myths About Dyslexia
n this video, I share the 5 most common myths about dyslexia—and the truth that finally turned everything around. You’ll see how structured literacy transformed my child’s confidence, skills, and future.

Alana McWilliams
Oct 31 min read


Red Flags in Literacy: And What Actually Works to Teach Kids to Read
When you send your child to school, you expect they’ll be taught to read with the best methods available. The problem? Many classrooms still use balanced literacy—an approach that research shows doesn’t work, especially for kids with dyslexia (and really for most struggling readers).

Sarah Houser
Oct 21 min read


What Structured Literacy Looks Like: 5 Practical Classroom Strategies
Parents and teachers often ask: “What does structured literacy actually look like in the classroom?” In this video, I share five practical strategies I used with my own students that make reading accessible, especially for struggling readers and those with dyslexia. You’ll learn: -Why sound walls are more powerful than traditional word walls -How to teach syllable division so big words don’t intimidate -Multi-sensory tools like rainbow mats and Elkonin boxes -How daily dictat

Sarah Houser
Oct 11 min read


Dyslexia Starts Before Reading: Early Signs Every Parent and Teacher Should Know
In this video, we’ll unpack the earliest indicators of dyslexia in preschool and kindergarten, like trouble with rhyming, sequencing, or remembering sounds.

Alana McWilliams
Sep 301 min read


Empowering Young Learners: Tools and Strategies for Developing Phonemic Awareness
How do you develop phonemic awareness to enhance early reading through tailored, multisensory strategies for diverse learning needs.

Designed to Learn
Oct 2, 20244 min read


Unlocking Literacy: 31 Days of Empowering Educators and Parents with the Science of Reading
This Dyslexia Awareness Month, join us in transforming reading education with daily insights to elevate teaching practices.

Designed to Learn
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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