Tutoring Tips for Parents of K–6 Kids
Practical advice on reading, dyslexia and learning at home from Tammy Wenguer, an Orton-Gillingham certified teacher in Agoura Hills.
Orton-Gillingham certified K–6 tutor
Early Signs of Dyslexia in Kindergarten Through 6th Grade
What to look for at each stage of elementary school, and what to do if you notice it.
Read article →🧩What Is Orton-Gillingham? A Parent's Guide
How this structured, multisensory approach teaches kids to read, and what a lesson looks like.
Read article →📚How to Help Your Child With Reading at Home
Simple 10-minute routines that build real reading skills.
Read article →🤔Does My Child Need a Reading Tutor?
Signs it's time for extra help, and the questions to ask any tutor.
Read article →About the Author
Hi, I’m Tammy! I’m a credentialed elementary teacher with 15 years in education, a Master’s in Teacher Leadership, and Orton-Gillingham certification. I tutor kindergarten through 6th grade only, with a special focus on kids who find reading hard.
As a former Reading Intervention Teacher, I know how to find exactly where a reader is stuck and build the skills step by step, so your child grows in confidence as well as skill.
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