You've been doing everything. Here's what's missing.


Hey Reader,

You found the programs. You made the appointments. You may have even highlighted the IEP goals and researched the options and stayed up past midnight trying to figure out what this summer needs to look like.

And somewhere underneath all of that is a quiet voice asking — is this too much?

I want you to know: that voice is telling you something true.

I made a video about this, and I think it might be the most important thing I've put out this year.

It's not about doing less. It's about understanding what the programs alone cannot do — and what you can build at home this summer that makes everything else actually stick.

▶️ Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSWgnPqt-UQ

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And if you want to go deeper — the full blog post is live now with the research behind it, a parent-friendly breakdown, and four specific questions to ask yourself before you finalize your child's summer calendar.

📖 Read it here: https://www.learninginadistractedworld.com/post/summer-learning-kids-adhd-dyslexia

One more thing: Destination Success Summer Boot Camp is June 9–13. Free. Live. Everything recorded.

If this video lands for you, Boot Camp is where we build the system together — five days, one hour a day, with a community of parents who are navigating the exact same thing you are.

👉 Save your spot:

https://metacognitively-teaching.kit.com/822000a1da

You're not behind. You're just missing a piece nobody thought to give you.

Kelly

National Board Certified Teacher · Reading Specialist · 25 years Title I Learning in a Distracted World

☀️ Exclusive Preview: Destination Success Summer Boot Camp

This summer I'm running a 5-day live boot camp built specifically for families of kids with ADHD and dyslexia — and email subscribers get first access before it opens to the public.

The arc is simple: Reflect. Reset. Rebuild. Relaunch. We'll spend five days together building the habits and systems that make September feel different.

Waitlist is open now — free to join, no commitment.

Save my spot — Destination Success Waitlist

See you in the video,

Kelly

National Board Certified Teacher · Reading Specialist · Learning in a Distracted World

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Reading Specialist & Learning Coach

Empowering Parents and Educators to Unlock Every Child's Reading Potential Hi! I'm Kelly Sutherland, an educational specialist passionate about transforming how children learn to read. With years of experience in phonemic awareness and literacy development, I help parents and educators understand the science behind reading success.What I Offer: Through my platform, you'll discover evidence-based strategies that make learning engaging and effective. I specialize in breaking down complex concepts like phonemes, phonemic awareness, and multisensory learning approaches into practical, actionable guidance that works in real classrooms and homes.My Mission: Every child deserves to experience the joy of reading. Whether you're supporting a struggling reader, working with children who have Dyslexia or ADHD, or simply want to give your child the strongest foundation possible, I'm here to guide you with research-backed methods and compassionate support.What Makes My Approach Different: I believe in short, focused, and guided instruction that meets children where they are. My content combines the latest research from organizations like the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development with practical tools you can implement immediately.From phonemic awareness fundamentals to advanced reading strategies, I'll help you build confidence in your teaching approach while fostering a genuine love of learning in the children you serve.Ready to transform reading instruction? Let's unlock the magic of language together.

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