My Approach

In my tutoring sessions, I use a speech-to-print approach to build strong foundational literacy skills, drawing from evidence-based methods such as EBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction) and Reading Simplified. Each session is personalized to meet the child’s specific needs, using a variety of targeted resources and strategies to support their growth. I carefully select reading materials that are both engaging and appropriately challenging, helping students stay motivated while building confidence in their abilities.

Sessions include a balance of word work and guided reading, reinforcing connections between reading and spelling in a way that makes learning more efficient and meaningful. My goal is to create a supportive and encouraging environment where every student can develop into a strong, capable reader.

Speech to Print vs Print to Speech

Student and teacher using letter tiles to build words.

Nora Chahbazi, the founder of EBLI, wrote a informative blog about the differences between the Speech to Print method (that EBLI is based on) and the traditional Print to Speech method.

Why do I use a structured linguistic literacy approach for instruction?

While there are other methods of instruction that have traditionally been used and recommended for struggling readers and students with dyslexia, I found that a speech-to-print method (also known as Structured Linguistic Literacy) is an effective and efficient option. Many students who receive EBLI instruction tend to take months versus years for them to become on grade level in reading. While all students are different and need more or less support, a speech to print approach is appropriate for everyone!