The Reading Room
Practical reading help for parents: structured literacy, at-home activities, and what to do when reading feels hard.
What Is Orton-Gillingham (And Can I Use It at Home)?
Learn what Orton-Gillingham is, how it differs from what schools typically teach, and how to start using OG principles at home with your child. Includes a free activity.
September 26, 2026 · 5 min read
5 Reading Games You Can Play at Home with a Struggling Reader
Five reading games you can play at home with materials you already have. Each game targets a specific reading skill and is based on Orton-Gillingham principles.
September 26, 2026 · 6 min read
How to Talk to Your Child's School About Dyslexia
A parent's guide to talking to your child's school about dyslexia. What to document, what to ask for, what to say, and what to do if they push back.
September 26, 2026 · 5 min read
Free Dyslexia Resources for Parents: Where to Start When You Don't Know Where to Start
A reading specialist's curated list of free dyslexia resources for parents. Websites, podcasts, apps, activities, and a week-by-week starter plan.
September 26, 2026 · 4 min read
The One Thing Most Parents Get Wrong When Helping a Struggling Reader (And What to Do Instead)
"Just read more" is the most common advice for struggling readers, and it often makes things worse. Here's what actually works, plus a free guide.
September 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Signs of Dyslexia by Age: What to Look for in Your Child
What dyslexia looks like at ages 3-5, 5-7, 7-9, and 9-11. A reading specialist breaks down the signs to watch for and what to do at each stage.
September 26, 2026 · 6 min read
Is Your Child's Reading Struggle About Skill or Motivation?
Most struggling readers have both a skill gap and a motivation problem. Here's how to tell the difference and what to do about each one.
August 21, 2026 · 6 min read
Why Your Kid Won't Read
"Time to read!" "Ughhhhh." Sound familiar? The problem usually isn't that your kid can't read. It's that reading has become the thing they do when someone makes them. I put together a free 5-day challenge that changes what reading feels like for your kid.
July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
New at The Discovery Reading Club: Parent Coaching
Parent coaching gives you a structured, expert-designed reading plan for your child and weekly guidance from a reading specialist. 30 minutes a day, no teaching experience needed. Now available at The Discovery Reading Club in Bozeman, MT.
June 28, 2026 · 5 min read
What Parents Should Know About Dyslexia
Dyslexia affects 1 in 5 kids and is often misunderstood. Learn the real signs, common myths, and how the right reading support can make all the difference. From a reading specialist in Bozeman, MT.
June 17, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Choose a Reading Tutor: What Every Parent Should Know
Not all reading tutors are the same. Learn what to look for, what questions to ask, and what red flags to watch out for when choosing a reading tutor for your child.
June 15, 2026 · 4 min read
What Is Structured Literacy?
Structured literacy is the most effective way to teach reading — especially for struggling readers and kids with dyslexia. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it matters. From a reading specialist in Bozeman, MT.
June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
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