Beyond the Struggle: Recognizing & Responding to Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Literacy Challenges

In this webinar, Daniela Feldhausen, founder of Kids Up Reading Tutors, shares expert insights on recognizing and responding to reading and spelling challenges in children. The discussion covers early signs of dyslexia and dysgraphia, the importance of phonological skills, how to advocate for school-based support, and what to look for when hiring a private reading tutor. Daniela also offers practical tips for creating a supportive home environment and helping students build confidence in their reading journey. This session is ideal for parents, educators, and caregivers looking to better understand literacy struggles and take meaningful action.

About the Author

Daniela Feldhausen is the founder of Kids Up Reading Tutors. A former attorney with a master’s degree in special education, she has extensive training in Structured Literacy, the Science of Reading, and Orton-Gillingham–based instruction. Her team evaluates each student’s reading and spelling skills, creates an individualized Structured Literacy Plan, and provides the one-on-one tutoring needed to carry it out.  

What sets Kids Up Reading Tutors apart?

1. Evaluation and Structured Literacy Plan 

   1. Evidence-based instruction with Orton-Gillingham+

   2. Data-driven systematic, explicit instruction

   3. For all learners, with or without dyslexia/dysgraphia

   
   

2. Kids & teens in grades 1-12 get caught up ASAP

   1. Customized, 1-on-1 sessions with a dedicated tutor

   2. High-dosage tutoring (2-5x/week) via Zoom

   3. Focused, with an end in sight (not endless tutoring & investment)

   
   

3. Flexible scheduling

   1. 45/60 minute sessions

   2. Daytime/evenings/weekends/summer

   3. Team of tutors; switch tutors if needed for schedule changes

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