Boost in Reading

*Group enrollment is now open*

Boost in Reading will be based on the Orton Gillingham approach, Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program for Reading, Spelling, and Speech(LiPS), and Visualizing and Verbalizing Programs.  

The Orton Gillingham approach sees the child as an individual, using a multi-sensory approach, breaks down reading into smaller skills, and is designed to be flexible for implementation.  The contribution of the LiPS® Program is the development of an oral-motor, visual, and auditory feedback system that enables all students to prove the identity, number, and order of phonemes in syllables and words.  The Visualizing and Verbalizing® (V/V®) program develops concept imagery—the ability to create an imagined or imaged gestalt from language—as a basis for comprehension and higher order thinking. The development of concept imagery improves reading and listening comprehension, memory, oral vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing.

Whether your child has been identified with dyslexia, identified as a struggling reader/speller, reading or listening comprehension, behind peers, or just needs a boost this group will be perfect for your child.  Each lesson will be based on the tutor’s diagnostic notes from previous lessons about student errors. 

  • Group will be run by an Associate-in-training with the Orton Gillingham Academy 

  • What’s included in the group?  Screening if not already seen by a therapist (place in appropriate group), 1 day a week for 6 weeks, end of session zoom (progress and suggestions).

  • Size of group 2-6, groups will be based on levels.  Groups led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact kally@kc-dt.com for pre-screening information or to register

  • I AM Beginning to READ

    • Focus on phoneme-level skills (segmenting and blending individual sounds), show how graphemes work together left to right (1st grade)

      • 10:00-11:00AM

      • Dates: June 3-6

      • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

      • Cost: $180

  • Look at me READ

    • Assess and practice higher level phonemic awareness skills, teaching syllable types, phoneme blending, decodable reading, sorting activities, word chaining, look-alike words, nonsense words (2nd grade- 3rd)

      • 11:00-12:00PM

      • Dates: June 3-6

      • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

      • Cost: $180

  • I am READING

    • Assess and practice higher level phonemic awareness skills, teaching syllable types, phoneme blending, multi-syllable blending, decodable readers, sorting activities, and work on visual imagery(comprehension).  (2nd grade- 3rd)

      • 1:00-2:00PM

      • Dates: June 3-6

      • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

      • Cost: $180

  • Fluency group

    • Continue working on syllable types, more than 2 syllable reading/spelling, work on accuracy, reading at the right rate, reading with expressions, and comprehension in reading on their level, spelling multisyllabic words.

      • 2:00-3:00PM

      • Dates: June 3-6

      • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

      • Cost: $180

Executive Functioning

*Group enrollment is now open*

Does your child have difficulty getting organized, staying on task, completing multi-step directions, and/or displaying self-control? This group will teach children strategies to improve these skills. Led by Jennifer Stocks. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register or jennifer@kc-dt.com for additional information. 

  • 3rd-6th graders

  • Mondays, 1:00-2:00PM

  • Dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

Social/Self-Discovery Groups

*Group enrollment is now open*

Better Together

Who is ready to have some fun with friends this summer? This group will focus on social interaction with different activities and toys each week.  Group will respect every child’s unique strength, challenges, and preferences when providing toys/activities each week.  

Groups led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact kally@kc-dt.com for questions. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • Ages: 1st-3rd grade

  • Tuesdays, 2:00-3:00PM

  • Dates: June 11th, 18th, 25th, July 9th, 16th, 23rd

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

ME!

Calling all young girls ready to unleash their inner strength and confidence! Join us for an empowering journey where you'll learn to embrace your uniqueness, build self-esteem, and develop leadership skills. Our fun and interactive sessions include: Self-Discovery, Confidence Building, Friendship & Teamwork, Creative Expression, and Leadership Development. 

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow, learn, and shine! Sign up today and let's empower the next generation of strong, confident, and empowered girls! Led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register or jennifer@kc-dt.com for additional information.

  • Ages: 2nd-4th grade girls

  • Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00AM

  • Dates: June 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16, 23 

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs 

  • Cost: $270


A Place in this World

Hey tweens! Are you ready to build mental strength and resilience? Join our empowering group where you'll learn valuable skills to navigate life's challenges with confidence and grace. Our engaging sessions include: Mindfulness & Stress Management, Positive Thinking & Self-Talk, Building Healthy Relationships, Self-Expression, and Goal Setting & Problem Solving.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to thrive, grow, and strengthen your mental resilience! Sign up today and let's empower the next generation of mentally strong and resilient tweens! Led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register or jennifer@kc-dt.com for additional information. 

  • Ages: 5th-7th grade girls

  • Tuesdays, 11:00AM-12:00PM

  • Dates: June 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16, 23

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

Kindergarten Party

*Group enrollment is now open*

Kick start to Kindergarten!! In this group we will focus on social interactions through engagement in play-based visual motor, fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive activities in semi-structured stations. Groups led by Kally Germano and Jennifer Stocks. Contact kally@kc-dt.com for more information. Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • Kids transitioning to Kindergarten

  • Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00PM

  • Dates: June 11th, 18th, 25th, July 9th, 16th, 23rd

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

  • Cost: $270

Look Who’s Cooking

*Group enrollment is now open*

It's time to put your apron on and step into the kitchen! This group is for teens and tweens and will work on collaboration with one another to build the menu each week. We will have fun building confidence in the kitchen, working as a team to create meals, and sitting (or standing) together while we taste or explore the tasty dishes. Who knows, we may even be providing a positive way to strengthen the muscles in our hands, promote organizational and problem solving skills, follow multi step directions, and safely explore foods without the pressure of eating. Led by occupational therapists Danica Leonard and Kaylen Fletcher.  For more information or to register please contact info@kc-dt.com 

  • Dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, and 17

  • Wednesdays 4:00-6:00PM

  • Location: Ranch Mart kitchen

  • Cost: $540

Bike Riding

*Group enrollment is now open*

Summer time means bike riding fun! Come join our week long bike riding group! You can expect your child to learn about bike safety and receive 1 on 1 instruction on beginner level bike skills such as balancing the bike, pedaling, steering, and braking. Group will be led by Hannah Bowers, physical therapist and many volunteers. Contact hannah@kc-dt.com for more information . Contact info@kc-dt.com to register. 

  • What to bring: Kids should bring their own bike, helmet, and water bottle.

  • June 3rd-7th  (two sessions 9:00-10:00AM OR 10:00-11:00AM)

  • Who: limit of 6 kids per session

  • Who: Open to beginners only (kids not yet riding a two wheeler without training wheels)

  • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs and parking garage (roped off for safety) 

  • Cost: $225

Ukulele Group

*Group enrollment is now open*

Welcome to the world of Ukulele! 

We are thrilled to invite you and your child to learn more about the world of music through playing the ukulele. Children ages 5 - 10 are encouraged to join in a musical adventure, but must bring their own ukulele! Tips for renting/purchasing one can be provided in advance. Other recommended materials (tuners, case, folder) will be discussed during the first class. 

 For 9 sessions we will learn the basics of caring for our ukuleles like how to hold, care for, and tune them; how to play them with 4-7 different chords and strum patterns; how to read a basic song sheet to play together as a group add different rhythms; all while working together as a group to make music! Group members will also benefit from non-musical goals like following directions, attending to tasks in a group environment, practicing fine motor skills, and building self-confidence to name a few

Songs selected for the course will partly be selected to teach new chords gradually, and partly based on class interest. Fundamentals of music theory and rhythm will also make their way into our class as it progresses, so don’t miss out!

Group led by Mallory Wilson, Board Certified Music Therapist and Speech-Language Pathologist. Contact mallory@kc-dt.com with questions. To register contact info@kc-dt.com.

Musical skills: 

  • Learn to hold, tune, play, and care for a ukulele

  • Learn 4-7 different chords 

  • Learn lead-sheet style of reading music to play familiar and new songs

  • Learn fundamentals of rhythm and music theory

  • Follow as a group to start, play, and stop together with cues from a teacher.

  • Exposure to different styles of music

Non-musical skills:

  • Following directions

  • Attend to task in a group environment

  • Fine motor skills like finger isolation

  • Build self-confidence 

    • Ages: 5-10 years old 

    • Dates: June 10-14 OR July 22-26

    • Time: 4:00-5:00pm

    • Location: Ranch Mart Downstairs

    • Cost: $225

For more information or to register contact us via phone at (913)-286-0422 or email at info@kc-dt.com