The College Application Essay: A Guide for Tutors
The college application process can be daunting for high school students and a challenge for those trying to guide students through the process. In particular, the application essay can be …
Practical Advice for Working with English Language Learners and IEPs
During this presentation, Lauren Reed discusses working with English Language Learners (ELLs) as well as students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP). We learn the background of these terms, the …
Literacy Strategies for Older Students Struggling to Read
Often children will develop basic reading skills, but struggle to move on to more advanced material. We explore the main roadblocks that kids face when learning to read and learn …
Making Connections – 2017 Summer Program
Join School on Wheels staff to learn about our exciting 2017 summer program. Studies have shown that learning how to make personal connections to books strengthens reading comprehension skills and …
Get Creative with the Arts!
In this workshop, Lauren Kinney presents arts activities — drawing from music, creative writing, and visual arts. Utilizing the arts in tutoring can create a more lighthearted environment that may …
Engaging Students in Reading
Have you ever asked your student to summarize what he/she just read and been met with a blank stare? Translating reading into comprehension is a difficult skill that requires the …