Emily Fogg

I have a little secret for you … sight words suck! You might be thinking, hey hang on, my children get sight words from school and they work! Why do they suck? Should I stop doing the homework? What do you mean they don’t work? Woah … let me explain … Yes, my opinion might be a little bit controversial but read on to the end and you will see what I mean, why sight words aren’t the most effective teaching tool, and what to do instead! Are sight words bad? I wouldn’t go as far to say that sight...

How to Use FREE Easter Decodable Readers in Your Classroom Easter is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some egg-cellent (sorry, had to) FREE Easter-themed decodable readers! 🐣 These readers are perfect for 1:1 teaching, small group lessons, and whole class instruction. Let’s dive into some simple ways you can use them in your classroom - without adding extra work to your already overflowing to-do list. 1:1 Teaching – Tailored Support for Struggling Readers Got a...

Trigger warning this article briefly mentions sexual abuse and self-harm. If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably seen it: influencers and parents proudly declaring themselves as That Mum or That Parent, you know, the ones who fire off angry emails, challenge every school policy, and make life difficult for teachers.  It’s framed as advocacy, but from a teacher’s perspective, it often feels more like intimidation. As an educator with over 15 years of experience, I’ve worked...