One-On-One Literacy Tutoring

Program Overview

GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center's mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome through national campaigns, educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. The GiGi's Playhouse Literacy Program uses a methodology with documented success based on the research of professionals in the field. Trained tutors work at the level of the child, continually challenging and encouraging them utilizing custom flashcards and books as well as computer resources and games. This literacy education includes not only direct instruction with the child, but educating their parents, teachers and other therapists as well.

Benefits

• Increased self-esteem
• Increased confidence
• Fine motor development
• Dispelled stereotypes and misconceptions
• Greater inclusion in general education classrooms
• More active role in schools and community
• Broader communication and speech abilities
• Greater social interaction and friendships
• Articulation development

Multi-Disciplinary Resources

The GiGi's Literacy program incorporates a plethora of resources for teaching reading skills including; computer games, pocket word charts, phonics and alphabet resources, manipulatives and more.

Life stage Relevancy

Books and reading material are specific to the life-stage of the student. Whether it be a favorite television character for a toddler, a specific subject in the classroom, or a job-related topic, each book is created with relevant information to the student.

Cost Info

The program is free.

Cost Info

Student and Volunteer Success Stories

"Nadia began the literacy program and it has brought out confidence in her abilities to read, persevere on tough academic tasks when tired, and then show off her skills later on in her own classroom in front of peers. By the end of the 15 week session of one-on-one tutoring we received a note home letting us know that Nadia was reading at grade level with her typically developing peers!" Kasia

(Nadia's proud mom)