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Posts written by Marie Rippel

Marie Rippel, curriculum developer of the award-winning All About Reading and All About Spelling programs, is known for taking the struggle out of both teaching and learning. Marie is an Orton-Gillingham practitioner, sought-after speaker, and member of the International Dyslexia Association. When not writing or teaching, Marie can be found riding her Icelandic horses.

Picture Books for Thanksgiving

These picture books demonstrate gratitude, show kindheartedness, and explain the rich traditions of Thanksgiving.

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Thanksgiving Scramble – A Fun Make-a-Word Activity

How many words can you make out of the word ‘Thanksgiving’? This colorful Make-a-Word activity offers delicious holiday fun!

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Picture Books for Fall

Picture Books for Fall

‘Tis the season for apples, pumpkins, sweaters, and this collection of picture books about fall!

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Summer Picture Books

These books will provide a summer full of fun for the whole family, even if you can’t leave home.

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How to Beat the Summer Slide

Have you heard of the “summer slide”? Unfortunately, it’s a slide that no mom wants her child to ride, but these ideas may help!

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Resources for Teaching at Home

In this post, you’ll find dozens of free resources for learning at home!

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Reading with Expression: 5 Teaching Tips and a Free Printable

Do you want to help your child learn to read with expression? We’ve got 5 great tips and 2 free downloads for you!

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Teaching Latin Roots with Word Trees - from All About Learning Press

Teaching Latin Roots with Word Trees

Discover how to use Word Trees to help your child become familiar with Latin roots.

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Picture Books for Spring

Welcome the warmth and wonder of spring with these wonderful picture books!

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“Swatting Phonograms” – A Fun Phonogram Activity

Phonograms are the building blocks of our language. Practice phonograms and have fun with this hands-on activity!

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Punny Valentines – An Introduction to Puns

Looking for a great way to introduce your kids to puns? Look no further than this great post!

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Silly Sentence Match-Ups

Reading review and LOTS of laughter…that’s what you’ll get with this fun activity for kids of all ages!

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