Hi, I’m Cassie!
The struggle is real. Whether you’re an educator, tutor, or working with your own child, finding resources that truly support learning can be a challenge.
I spent 24 years in the classroom as a special education teacher and also tutored privately, so I know how time-consuming it can be to pull together all the pieces for a cohesive, effective lesson.
If you’ve ever wondered, Am I addressing all the right components? Will this activity meet my students’ needs and keep them engaged? Will they grow into confident, fluent readers? — you’re in the right place.
Where it all started…
My journey with All Roads Lead to Reading began in 2015. I had completed my initial and advanced-level Orton-Gillingham training and was spending a lot of time writing controlled passages to pair with my lesson plans.
I was also creating activities and thinking creatively about how to meet the needs of individual students. A friend introduced me to Teachers Pay Teachers, and I realized that the resources I was already creating might help other educators who were also spending WAY too much time pulling all the pieces together.
Since then, every year has brought continued growth and learning as the science of reading has evolved.
What I believe…
I believe every child has the ability to grow and learn.
We’ve all seen that incredible lightbulb moment when something finally clicks. The pride a child feels is contagious — and it’s one of the best parts of teaching.
For some readers, an explicit and systematic approach is essential. But structured instruction doesn’t have to feel dry or boring. Learning should also be a source of joy, confidence, and pride.
When students can build on prior knowledge and begin taking ownership of their learning, they’re developing lifelong skills that will help them succeed.
And sprinkling a little fun into the mix? That’s just the cherry on top.
Because there’s more to life than literacy lessons.
I love reading and listening to podcasts.
I love learning new words just for fun.
I have two very silly grandkids.
I have a cat my grandkids call Grumpy Cat because I’m the only one he snuggles.
Explore practical literacy resources designed to support developing readers one step at a time.
