At-Home Practices

Diving Into Reading Instruction: Phonics Encoding Assessment In this first video of my Diving Into Reading Instruction series, I walk you step-by-step through how to administer a Phonics Encoding Assessment—a powerful tool for understanding what a child truly knows about phonics and spelling. You’ll see a short demonstration using The Measured Mom’s free Science of Reading phonics assessment, along with guidance on what to listen for as your child or student responds. While

📚 New Series Alert: Diving into Reading Instruction Through Reading Assessment: The Tips to Getting Started 📚 I’m so excited to kick off a brand-new series all about the essentials of getting started with reading instruction through assessment! 🌟 The videos can be found under video tutorials. In this series, we’ll explore how to:  🔹 Use effective assessment techniques to identify student needs  🔹 Lay the groundwork for strong instruction through engaging auditory and vis

Looking for engaging, effective reading tools for children in grades K–2? In this post, I share my favorite hands-on games, Montessori-inspired materials, and multisensory activities that support phonics, spelling, and early reading development—perfect for teachers, tutors, and homeschool families.