Hi there! I’m Michaela Gilman, the educator behind Sound Mind Learning! With a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education, I’ve spent over five years supporting children as they grow as readers.I started Sound Mind Learning to create a space where children feel fully supported as they learn. Here, children can learn without the fear of making mistakes, be celebrated, and genuinely grow in their learning journey.If you’re looking for literacy support that puts your child at the center, you’re in the right place.

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Personalized Literacy Tutoring

Our literacy tutoring sessions are designed for children ages 7-18 who need support in building foundational literacy skills.By following a structured literacy, multi-sensory approach, we help students strengthen:• Phonological awareness
• Phonics skills (Reading & Spelling)
• Basic letter formation
• Reading fluency
• Reading comprehensionEach session is tailored to your child’s unique needs, with instruction that adapts as they grow. We prioritize a compassionate approach that supports both skill development and confidence.What to Expect:
✔ One-on-one, personalized instruction
✔ Ongoing progress monitoring, with regular mastery checks and parent check-ins to share growth and next steps
✔ Integrated social-emotional support to build confidence, resilience, and motivation
✔ Clear session summaries to celebrate progress

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The Book Worm Bunch: A Virtual Reading Enrichment Club

The Book Worm Bunch sessions are designed for children ages 7-10 who enjoy exploring stories in a fun, hands-on way. Through engaging stories and creative challenges, children develop confidence, critical thinking, and a lasting love of reading.What to Expect:
✔ Live small-group sessions
✔ Immersive read-alouds that bring stories to life
✔ Hands-on story challenges that spark creativity and problem-solving
✔ Opportunities to build comprehension, strengthen critical thinking and share ideas

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Q: How do I know if literacy tutoring is the right fit for my child?
This service may be a good fit for your child if they:
- struggle with basic reading, spelling, or writing
- avoid reading or writing tasks
- are not doing well on their literacy assessmentsQ: How long does it usually take to see progress?
Progress varies based on the child's starting point and consistency of sessions. Most families notice improvements within the first few months of consistent instruction.Q: How do we get started?
Click on the calendar icon to schedule a free consultation directly. If you have any additional questions, you can email us at [email protected]. We will get back to you within 1-2 business days.

Want to explore if our literacy tutoring is a good fit?
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