EPISODE · Jul 17, 2025 · 10 MIN
Does Your Child Shut Down or Lack Motivation? Discover how perseverance and resilience are game changers and what to do when learning stalls
from The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor · host Tracy Young, Orton Gillingham Tutor, Dyslexia Specialist & Mom of a Dyslexic Kid
Perseverance and Resilience can feel impossible when your child is staring at a page of homework, and you’re running out of pep talks and patience. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactly what to say (and do) when learning stalls, motivation tanks, and you’re worried you’re both sliding backward.If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you’ve likely seen the pattern: a burst of progress… then a plateau… maybe even a dip. That doesn’t mean your tutoring plan isn’t working. In this episode, Tracy breaks down what’s really happening; why Perseverance and Resilience matter more than ever, and how to keep your child going.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to reframe a plateau so your child stops thinking “I can’t” and starts believing “I can’t yet.”How to spark Perseverance and Resilience using small wins (even when progress is painfully slow).A practical multisensory tweak that helps learning “stick” when dyslexia makes repetition feel endless.If this helped, share it with another parent, subscribe, and leave a quick review.Chapters(00:00) Introduction to the Learning Curve(05:33 The Role of Parents in Learning(07:35) Practical Tips for Effective Learning(09:34) Instilling Perseverance and ResilienceSearching for a certified Orton Gillingham Tutor? Book a consultation at The Literacy Keys Orton Gillingham TutorResources mentioned:The S-Shaped Learning Curve
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Perseverance and Resilience can feel impossible when your child is staring at a page of homework, and you’re running out of pep talks and patience. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactly what to say (and do) when learning stalls, motivation tanks, and you’re worried you’re both sliding backward.If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you’ve likely seen the pattern: a burst of progress… then a plateau… maybe even a dip. That doesn’t mean your tutoring plan isn’t working. In this episode, Tracy breaks down what’s really happening; why Perseverance and Resilience matter more than ever, and how to keep your child going.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to reframe a plateau so your child stops thinking “I can’t” and starts believing “I can’t yet.”How to spark Perseverance and Resilience using small wins (even when progress is painfully slow).A practical multisensory tweak that helps learning “stick” when dyslexia makes repetition feel endless.If this helped, share it with another parent, subscribe, and leave a quick review.Chapters(00:00) Introduction to the Learning Curve(05:33 The Role of Parents in Learning(07:35) Practical Tips for Effective Learning(09:34) Instilling Perseverance and ResilienceSearching for a certified Orton Gillingham Tutor? Book a consultation at The Literacy Keys Orton Gillingham TutorResources mentioned:The S-Shaped Learning Curve
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