From Struggling to Thriving: Unlocking the Potential of Dyslexic Learners with Orton Gillingham Tutoring

Dyslexia is a prevalent learning disorder that hinders language processing, causing difficulty in recognizing words, comprehending the connection between letters and sounds, and decoding written language. However, with the appropriate intervention strategies, those with dyslexia can acquire the ability to read, spell, and write proficiently. The Orton Gillingham approach is widely recognized as the most effective method for teaching reading, writing, and spelling to individuals with dyslexia. Although the Orton Gillingham approach can promote success for all struggling readers, it is a particularly crucial intervention for students with dyslexia. The Orton Gillingham approach was specifically designed to address dyslexic students’ unique learning needs and to help them overcome their challenges in learning to read, write, and spell.

Orton Gillingham is an evidence-based, specialized approach that helps students overcome literacy difficulties by developing their foundational literacy skills. As students progress within lessons, they build strong foundational skills, beginning with the basics and gradually advancing to more complex concepts. Orton Gillingham tutoring provides students with comprehensive and structured lessons in phonological awareness, including phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, morphology, grammar, reading comprehension, fluency, and written expression. The Orton Gillingham approach promotes multi-sensory learning by engaging students through sight, sound, touch, and movement. This makes it easier for students to grasp and retain lesson concepts to mastery. Orton Gillingham is a tailored approach that prioritizes individualized intervention, ensuring each lesson is created to address the specific challenges faced by the individual learner. Orton Gillingham incorporates the essential instructional practices that enable dyslexic learners to thrive and succeed.

At Wiley Reading Academy, we understand the importance of providing children with dyslexia with the support and resources they need to succeed. With proper support and intervention, individuals with dyslexia can learn to read and write successfully. We are committed to providing specialized literacy instruction that empowers students with dyslexia to reach their full potential!