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The Grandmother who taught Three Generations to Read

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Peter Watt

This is the testimony of a classically-trained Grandmother who recommends Alpha-Phonics for teaching reading.  (from Mary Beck Rutkowski, September 2021) I was blessed to hear this grandmother’s story. She granted me the privilege of sharing her memories here, which I’m … Continue reading →

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Reading War Champions & How to Teach Reading – Flesch & Blumenfeld

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Peter Watt

“According to the U.S. Department of Education, 54% of U.S. adults 16-74 years old – about 130 million people – lack proficiency in literacy, reading below the equivalent of a sixth-grade level.” (Forbes Magazine, September 9, 2020) How can we … Continue reading →

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Raving Customers (Homeschooling with Peter Watt: Episode 3)

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Meg (homeschooling mom of 9)

“Dianna and I are just beginning lesson 7. After going over lessons three and four Dianna was so excited that she could read that she hugged my neck and told me she loved me. She said, ‘Oh mommy, my wish … Continue reading →

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Learning from Survivors

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Meg (homeschooling mom of 9)

I’m a “Baby Boomer”. According to the website “myenglishteacher.eu”, my children cross four generations: Generation X (born between 1965-1980); Xenniels (1975-1985); Millenials (1980’s-1994’s); and Generation Z (born after 1995). Some of my grandchildren are also from Generation Z, and some … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus Triple Duty: Working, Parenting, And Teaching From Home

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Peter Watt

Coronavirus Triple Duty: Working, Parenting, And Teaching From Home March 17, 20206:11 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered YUKI NOGUCHI Many parents suddenly have the task of making sure their kids learn while adjusting to a new life of managing … Continue reading →

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6 Ways Universities Are Responding To Coronavirus

Posted on March 14, 2020 by Peter Watt

The Coronavirus Crisis 6 Ways Universities Are Responding To Coronavirus March 6, 2020  6:01 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition     ANYA KAMENETZ  LA Johnson/NPR So far just a few U.S. higher education students have confirmed exposure to COVID-19, mainly through contact with patients in hospitals. There are … Continue reading →

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