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Wenatchee Valley Learning Nook provides literacy and dyslexia therapy, dyslexia screening, staff/parent development, and student advocacy.

Meet The Team
 
 
 
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                                                              Amy Pefferman

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                Credentials

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  • Wilson Certified Dyslexia Practitioner

  • Dyslexia Training Institute Level 1 trained

  • Institute for Multi-Sensory Education IMSE Orton-Gillingham trained

  • Institute for Multi-Sensory Education IMSE Structured Literacy Morphology Plus trained

  • Certified WA Teacher K-8 Elementary and K-12 Special Education  (Teaching 25 years)

  • National Board Certified Early Adolescents ELA

  • Major in Elementary Education and Special Education

  • MA Creative Arts in Learning

  • LETRS trained

  • Thinking Maps Trainer Certified

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                                                              Melissa Taylor

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  • BAEd, MEd

  • Advancing toward certification as a Dyslexia Practitioner through Wilson

  • Certified WA Teacher K-12 Reading, K-12 Special Education, and K-8 Elementary Education  (Teaching  30 years)

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Go beyond homework help. We offer strategies to overcome academic barries.

 SERVICES

Home schooling
Reading in a Bookstore
Working Together

Dyslexia/ Literacy Therapy

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects reading and writing skills. The Learning Nook is the only provider in Wenatchee that offers the Wilson Reading Program. This is an Orton-Gillingham based curriculum for dyslexics that follows the Science of Reading principles proven to be the most effective way to teach a struggling student how to read, write, and spell. People who do not have characteristics of dyslexia can still find reading and spelling difficult. The Learning Nook provides effective multisensory structured literacy curriculum based on the Science of Reading to achieve these learners' goals. To make a significant gain in literacy, two one hour sessions are recommended each week. Sessions can be done in person or virtually.

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Dyslexia Screening

Dyslexia is a language-based learning difference that creates challenges in reading, writing, and spelling. It affects at least 1 in 5 people to varying degrees. There are specific characteristics that people with dyslexia can possess. Understanding these characteristics can be life changing. Screening can be done in person or virtually. Based on the results of the dyslexia screener, I will meet with you to walk through results and discuss recommended next steps. Dyslexic students can thrive in an educational setting. They may need modifications and or accommodations  to help them along their educational journey. Results from a dyslexia screening can give information to inform the best accommodations and or modifications for the student. I can assist with advocating and creating recommended 504 student educational plans.  After this meeting you will receive your written report as well as additional resources. 

Professional/ Parent  Development

Knowledge is power! I can provide professional development to teachers or anyone interested in learning about dyslexia or The Science of Reading. I have experience leading and crafting professional development to meet my  learners' needs. 

Example PD:

  • Dyslexia 101 - General Knowledge of Dyslexia

  • Teaching Strategies for Dyslexic Students

  • Accommodations for Dyslexic Students

  • The Science of Reading 101 - General Knowledge of The Science of Reading

  • Teaching Strategies that are based on The Science of Reading

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GET IN TOUCH

Looking forward to chatting with you!

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