The Slingerland® Approach
A multisensory, structured literacy program designed to support students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.
- What is the Slingerland Approach?
- Why is the Slingerland Approach unique?
- Why does Slingerland matter?
- Is Slingerland aligned with the Science of Reading?
What is the Slingerland Approach?
Why is the Slingerland Approach unique?
Why does Slingerland matter?
Is Slingerland aligned with the Science of Reading?
Every teacher at Hamlin Robinson School receives 133 Slingerland training hours before the job even begins — they are equipped to teach students from their first day in the classroom.Lindsey key, director of teaching + learning
Benefits of Slingerland Training
Decoding The Code
Slingerland equips teachers with tools to break down reading, spelling, and writing into manageable steps, helping students master the building blocks of language.
Engaging The Senses
Teachers learn how to engage students through sight, sound, and touch, turning learning into a hands-on experience.
Customized for Kids
Slingerland’s flexible framework allows teachers to tailor lessons to meet the diverse needs of all learners, especially those with dyslexia. The Slingerland Approach to lesson planning is transferable to any content area.
Boosting Confidence
By focusing on small, achievable goals, teachers build students' self-esteem, transforming struggling learners into confident readers and writers.
Strategies That Stick
Teachers walk away from Slingerland training with a toolbox of proven methods to create lasting learning habits for students. Teacher training is ongoing and supported by our Slingerland Specialist.
Foundations First
Slingerland training strengthens teachers’ understanding of phonics and literacy foundations, making them more effective in any classroom setting.