NEW PHONIC BOOKS

Major research in USA, UK & Australia about the best way to teach reading all concluded:

where there is unsystematic or no phonics instruction, children’s literacy progress is significantly impeded

And children should never be asked to read something they do not have the skills to read, that is why Decodable books are essential

See our new range

 
EMPLOYERS: Create a Dyslexia Friendly and Inclusive Workplace to Support all Employees & produce an Open & Productive Work Environment Read more

Employer's Testimony

HIGH FREQUENCY (HF) WORDS are essential words for children to read as they are needed to make up even the simplest of sentences. They tend to be confused with ‘Sight’ words & many still present these as part of a weekly test & send lists home to be learned by sight when most words are totally decodable. This method means that many dyslexic children spend years failing to learn & retain them. Free guidance & resources for teachers & parents click here

Tackling Homework- Advice for parents

Evidence Based Interventions- Which to choose?

Advice for schools and for parents

 How to Improve a child's reading Comprehension

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Repeated Reading Exercises to Improve Reading Fluency: Research over the past two decades has identified Repeated Reading as the key strategy for improving students' fluency skills.  Read more

Auditory Processing/Phonological Awareness Checklist for Teachers

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Making Classrooms Inclusive and "Dyslexia-Friendly"- Top Ten Tips

10 easily implemented tips that will make a significant difference to many students in your class Click here

How to Produce Dyslexia-Friendly Handouts

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FREE APPLE FIELD TRIPS FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS.

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Disability Discrimination Education Standards

Upgraded NDCO Disability Discrimination Education Standards website http://www.ddaedustandards.info/  Standards are formulated to assist educators understand and comply with their obligations under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, and became federal law in August 2005.

 Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)

Helping teachers and parents write helpful ILPs to aid effective teaching and learning for students with additional needs.  Resources 4 Teachers section

Early Screening and Assessment in-school Training

Early screening and assessment allows schools to accurately identify students at risk for reading failure. I have worked with a number of schools to help them set up effective systems for screening and to carry out further, comprehensive assessments where necessary. Please contact me for details :

Wanted tutors with Special needs training and qualifications in Australia

If you would be happy for me to add you to a list available to parents and teachers please contact me with some information: email

New Site to Support Students with Dyscalculia see here

 A GREAT SITE TO HELP CHILDREN UNDERSTAND THEIR DYSLEXIA Click Here

 NEW DYSLEXIA-FRIENDLY FONT- FREE TO DOWNLOAD

Children and adults who are dyslexic find some fonts difficult to read. OpenDyslexic is a new open sourced font created to increase readability for readers with dyslexia.  http://opendyslexic.org/

FREE VOICE RECOGNITION SOFTWARE ON WORD

Many dyslexics would benefit from Voice recognition software that types what you dictate. This is particularly helpful in schools as the workload increases and also in further study or at work. To find out how to install Voice Recognition software free on Word click here

Check the Reading Age of your Word documents

There is often a significant difference between the reading ages in one class. Check the readability of any documents that they produce in Word. To find out how click here

Advantages of Dyslexia.

A great video to watch. Leading to others including a great one to show dyslexic adults and children about famous  dyslexics. Click Here

Hank Zipzer Books for children:
Inspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, (the Fonz) who is dyslexic, a winning series about the world's greatest underachiever. Funny, touching, & deals with learning differences in a gentle and humorous manner.
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“Karen is a wonderful presenter and facilitator and came to the session with a wealth of knowledge about how to support students with disability and specifically, dyslexia. Karen didn’t just present the theory, but also explained practical measures for supporting students with disability and dyslexia in the classroom. We wanted to raise awareness at GOTAFE, we got that, and so much more with Karen. Our Trainers and Assessors and support staff walked away with additional tools to support students with disability and dyslexia at GOTAFE. Thank you Karen, looking forward to having you back.”

Daniel Gardner -Coordinator, Diversity and Inclusion

Want to Significantly Improve Standards in Literacy ask for a consultation

'Karen has transformed the way we teach literacy at Kardinia International College.

Karen has worked closely with the leadership team to understand the college, then develop a strategic plan which has supported us in moving forward. She has also worked with us on policy development and decisions relating to assessment. The level of expertise she brings to these discussions is extraordinary.'

See full testimony and other Testimonies from schools

See what teachers think of the workshops

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Updated and Brand New Professional Development opportunities for 2019

In-service 1 (full day, half day  or after school):

 Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment for all students Including  those with Learning Difficulties    click

In-service 2- (half day)

RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION: Implementing a whole school approach to meeting students’ varying needs. click

Both In-services 1 and 2 include best advice for which screening and assessment tools to use and suggested programs

In-service 3 - (1 or 2 days) For class aides and specialist teachers

Supporting the needs of Students with Learning Difficulties in Class, Small Groups & individually  click

In-service 3 can be organised amongst networks of schools

In-service 4- (full day, half day or twilight)

Developing Oral Language and Vocabulary; a whole school Approach click

In-service 4 Testimony

In-service 5- (half day or twilight)

Supporting Students with Learning  Difficulties/Disorders:  Curriculum Modification at Secondary School click

In-service 6 for TAFEs and other institutes (full day or half day)

Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities in Your Class: For Tafes and colleges   click

In-service 7 for employers:  Dyslexia Friendly & Inclusive Workplace Supporting all Employees.  Produce an Open & Productive Work Environment

In-service 8: THE BIG 5 OF READING

Research has shown that The Big 6 of Reading are essential elements when teaching Reading. Click Here.

In-service 9; For Parents 

How to Support your Child with Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties at Home and at School. This session can be organised by a parent group or by a school. For more information

Click here

Small schools: why not invite staff from other schools to share the cost of the workshop? Training for Class assistants works well when a whole network or group of schools join together

RTI Workshop In-service 2 (above)

During 2015/6 Karen presented RTI training to almost 300 school Principals and senior managers on behalf of Speld Vic and the Department of Education and Training.

In-Service Courses for schools and colleges 

So many staff felt so empowered and excited after your PD and are implementing many of your resources in the classroom and seeing some great results. Our teachers aide in Prep is working with children individually every day and using your ideas; the results are so exciting!Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. FD St Bernard's Primary School Wangaratta

Your school could become an Inclusive  and Dyslexia-Aware School  Contact Karen to discuss how she can help your school. The types of support may differ according to the needs of the individual school it may include: 

1. Whole staff training

2. Training for support staff about providing individual programs using multi-sensory instruction

3. Advice on resources and programs

4. Training in the use of assessment materials

5. Workshops for parents/carers

Karen has already worked with a number of schools in Victoria and Canberra see Testimonials or contact Karen who would be pleased to provide references. Click below for course details:

MAKE YOUR SCHOOL Inclusive for all students with Learning Difficulties including Dyslexia

I will travel to any schools throughout Victoria or anywhere in Australia to provide training. Some groups of small schools  join together to pool financial resources. Click here to see a report about this.

• See a Video Clip of my Workshop

• I presented to the Wodonga CRT Support Network and here is a snapshot of my course and the comments made by the teachers. Check it out here.

Phone 0402225051 to discuss individual needs or email me for course details and a registration form.