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Orton-Gillingham - Let's Learn the Spelling Rules

In this class, students will learn some common spelling rules to help them with spelling and reading.
Clara -OG, dyslexia,spelling,reading,writing
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(722)
Class

What's included

8 live meetings
4 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. After each session there will be worksheets available as reinforcement for the rule just taught upon request.

Class Experience

US Grade 2 - 5
Each class will be introducing a new spelling rule concept.   
C/K/CK Rule:  This is often a confusing rule for students but through the Orton-Gillingham approach, it is made fun and kinaesthetic.  
Buzz off Miss Pill: doubling final consonants in certain words that end in z, f, s, l.  
Drop the E Rule: this rule is one of the most common errors students make.  For example: excite+ing= exciting (the E is dropped) BUT excite+ment= excitement (the E is NOT dropped). Why is that?
1•1•1 Doubling Rule: another common spelling error:  For example: fret+ing= fretting BUT fret+ful= fretful So why is it that the T was doubled in fretting but not fretful? Well, there's a rule for that; and that's what they'll learn!
Plural: Add s to most words and es to words that end in Z, X, S, CH, SH
Silent E Rule: all about long and short vowels
Change Y to I: this rule is a tricky one for most students.  We will learn a way to remember this common spelling rule.
Soft C & G: C and G have two sounds each: soft and hard

Week 1: Silent E Rule/Plural
Week 2: Buzz of Miss Pill/Soft c/g
Week 3: Drop E Rule/C/K/CK Rule
Week 4: 1•1•1 Doubling Rule/Change Y to I

*PARENTS PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO REGISTRATION*

Please note that I am NOT always able to check messages from parents during class time.  I will do my best to get back to parents as soon as I'm able to.  However, I normally teach 6-7 classes per day and my schedule does not permit me to always be available to check the messages.  
Your understanding is greatly appreciated. :)

REFUNDS
All my classes operate under the 'LIMITED' refund policy. 
Learners can withdraw with a refund up to ONE WEEK before class starts, or within 24 hours of purchase. Refunds are NOT given for withdraws outside this window.
No shows and/or missed classes (intentionally or not), are NOT entitled to a refund.  A recording of the class will be posted in the classroom after the session is completed for your reference.

LATE STUDENTS
If your child joins a class late, please advise I will do my best to bring the late student up to speed. However, I will not re-teach missed portions of the class. Students will have access to the class recording to view the missed portion of the class.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
Prior to the class commencing, I will announce my class expectations which include:
~ no using the chat box for student to student messages
~ the chat box is meant for students whose audio is not working
~ the chat box is meant for private messages to me if student wishes not to share with the class
~ absolutely NO drawing and writing on the screen I am teaching on (the student will be reminded of this and after the 2nd offence, they will be asked to leave the class) unless I invite them to answer a question and/or highlight a keyword
~ any disrespectful behaviour will result in the student being asked to leave the class 

There is NO DISCOUNT issued for siblings and/or the registration of multiple classes.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
N/A
Supply List
An email with materials will be sent a week before class starts. 
Printouts will posted in the "classroom" prior to class.
PLEASE CHECK RIGHT BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
N/A
4.8
722reviews
Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been an educator for nearly 23 years. First as a preschool teacher, then an Orton-Gillingham therapeutic tutor for children with learning disabilities and then as a homeschool parent and writing teacher.  My extensive background in education and particularly in the language arts realm, allows me to have a unique expertise in educating children in all things reading, writing & spelling!

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$180

for 8 classes
1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min

Completed by 181 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
4-10 learners per class

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