Possum Literacy and Mentoring

24/07/2025

Come and visit a little Possum Cottage!

Introducing Possum Cottage. Come visit me at [email protected]

27/06/2025

Meet the newest (and quirkiest) member of my literacy support team — He’s got wild hair, a curious stare, and a knack for making nervous readers giggle.

At my desk, learning doesn’t have to feel scary. Many of the children I work with experience reading anxiety — that tight feeling in the tummy when letters feel like a puzzle that doesn’t make sense. That’s why we use gentle humour, playful characters, and a big dose of creativity to build confidence step by step.

Whether it's decoding tricky words or just making it through a sentence, we are here to cheer your child on — one sound, syllable, and smile at a time. 💛

21/01/2025

Are you a Tutor or Specialist Teacher looking for a supportive space to reflect on your practice and connect with like-minded educators?

Our Teacher Reflection Group at Possum Literacy offers a collaborative environment to share insights, explore challenges, and exchange ideas tailored to your teaching context.

It’s an opportunity to reflect, grow professionally, refine your strategies, and feel supported in the important work you do.

Visit possumliteracy.com.au to learn more!

14/08/2024

Hot tips for Teachers and Parents of students with learning difficulties!

You have started remedial intervention with a Specialist Teacher… what next?

Hot Tip # 1 Learning for mastery

Research and class practice supports that students with learning difficulties need to over learn a skill. This means spaced practice through the week. Do a little often. Revision, revision, revision - new brain pathways will be made with lots of repetition!

You don’t get to be great at anything without lots of effort to build those muscles needed – and reading and writing is no different!

A little done often is the key. Aim for 10-15 mins 3 days a week. Set a timer – aim for good work done well and then give a reward!

One thing we know for sure…
Doing a little often is best!
And if it’s not working – talk to your teacher!

Students require multiple repetitions—between 6 and 20—when learning new material. (Rott, 1999; Waring & Takaki, 2003).

17/03/2024

NEW - small group Literacy Support for children in Year 1 and 2

Early intervention to help students in Year 1 and 2 who require additional support with the fundamentals of reading, writing, and spelling.

Children will work online in a small group environment with Miss Linda – An experienced Speld Specialist Teacher and online practitioner. Young children love to learn among their peers, and games are more fun in a group!

- Phonemic Awareness
- Letter/sound knowledge (phonics)
- Reading, Spelling and Handwriting

Combining structured literacy with lots of fun! This class is designed to support struggling learners and those who require additional help.

$55 per lesson – starting Term 2 – Enquire now as limited places.

22/06/2020

Said goodbye to a long time student this afternoon who is finishing - so thankful for the beautiful flowers! Thankyou master M. for your happy smile. You have worked so hard on your writing and spelling!