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Fletcher's Place is a fun and easy to use reading program that has been successful with all types of learners. Check out the website for data. I have been using this program for years and parents are pleased with the reading success their children make. I enjoy teaching with this program because the children become excited and look forward to ...

Hi Joan, I have worked in the field of special education and learning disabilities for over 30 years. The best reading programs I have found are Fletcher's Place for PreK-3 and Reading Revolution for older kids. They work well and kids and teachers love using them. They cover all areas of reading using games and good literature for ...

Did you know that the white background on a page of text can be ''visually offensive'' to some readers? Most definitely! By changing the background color of a page of print, focus, concentration, comprehension, and retention can be improved for many. Certain colors can actually ''unblock'' pathways in the brain, making it possible to ...

Good teachers have a strong interest in and dedication to the success of their students. They know that ALL students CAN succeed---even those challenged with learning disabilities and differences. Parents, too, know they can help their children thrive and enjoy much success in the classroom with the use of the right tools, some good ...

Welcome to you as we look toward a new school year!  We need to open up this board so that effective LD ideas and strategies can be shared by all.  What techniques in your ''toolbox'' do you always implement when given the opportunity?  Which ones are your favorites and why?  Don't be shy!  This is your chance to get the ...

I would like to pass along one more idea that I use in my classroom.  Some students (ADD/ADHD or not) experience more reading comfort with this strategy: *** Try using colored paper for printing all materials including worksheets, outlines, notes, etc.  Experiment with pastels as well as bright shades.  One particular ...

I have been receiving some positive comments about the ADD/ADHD strategies posted earlier this month in my blog.  Thank you to all!  As we are starting to plan again for a new school year, it seemed like a good time to add a few more strategies to this list.  If you have any others to add, please reply to this blog ...