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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.
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10 Salt Trays for Fun Writing Practice

Are you ready to make it FUN for your child to practice letter formation, phonograms, and spelling words?

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A Handy Guide to Short Vowel Sounds

Intimidated by the idea of teaching short vowel sounds? Our handy guide will help.

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The Christmas Pack – A Reading and Spelling Activity Bundle

The Christmas Pack contains more than 35 pages of printable reading and spelling activities for kids of all ages and levels.

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Helping Kids Sound Out Words

Does your child struggle to sound out words? Check out these helpful tips and resources!

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How to Handle Tears and Frustration in Your Homeschool

If daily lessons make your child want to throw her pencil across the room, we hope these tips will help.

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Word Flippers

Have you seen our Word Flippers? This simple and effective tool is fun and motivating for kids.

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How To Make Your Own Fabric Alphabet

This easy-to-make fabric alphabet will provide hours of kid-friendly, educational fun. Download our free template!

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A Handy Guide to Long Vowel Sounds

Intimidated by the idea of teaching long vowel sounds? Our handy guide will help.

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Sight Words: What You Need to Know

In this article, you’ll find out how to maximize your child’s ability to successfully master sight words.

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4 Spelling Strategies You Won’t Want to Miss

Explore the four most important spelling strategies: phonetic, rule-based, visual, and morphemic.

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Is the “Matthew Effect” Affecting Your Child’s Desire to Read?

Have you heard of the “Matthew Effect” in reading? Find out how it may affect your child’s desire to read.

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Picture Books for Fall

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

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