Author Archives: olivehickmott

High-frequency words should not be the first words to learn. Read on to understand why. Reading goes through 2 basic steps: Phonics is used to break down a word and then blend it together and pronounce it.  Sometimes because of … Continue reading →

The first rule is that we have to do everything we can to help them feel safe in their bodies.  I am sure you feel that your children are safe but they can be struggling with a lot of anxiety … Continue reading →

Before I go further from my last post, being grounded does NOT mean being sent to your bedroom for a period of time, it means being in your body, in the present and fully engaged; not drifting around reliving past … Continue reading →

  Children and adults can be ungrounded and not in their bodies for all sorts of reasons – stress, anxiety, overwhelm, traumatic experiences (including pre, during or after birth), early adoption, emergency c-section, living in an ungrounded environment, the list … Continue reading →

There is a strong connection between the mental images we hold in our head and learning difficulties – at last, people are starting to discuss the topic and the need for developing mental images of words was mentioned several times at … Continue reading →