Empower yourself with knowledge and practical strategies alongside experienced therapists Kara and Grace, and dyslexia specialist Kim Wyrley-Birch, on this enriching journey.
This masterclass collection brings you practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting children with diverse learning and communication needs, including dyslexia, auditory processing disorder, speech and language delays, sensory processing differences, and more. Explore engaging activities for pre-literate children and leave with powerful tools you can put into practice at home from day one.

MEET THE HOSTS
Kara Tavolacci & Grace Lindley
Grace and Kara have had the pleasure of sharing a clinic for the past 7 years, where they have had the opportunity to learn from each other professionally and become well-rounded therapists who have a holistic approach to supporting both the individual child and the whole family. Kara and Grace are firm believers that their professions are complementary to each other, and that a collaborative approach makes for a happy, engaged child and a well-supported family.

Kara Tavolacci (OT)
Kara is an American Occupational Therapist. She discovered the Tomatis auditory program in 2001 working for a center in New York City. This experience led her to open her own practice in Greenwich, Connecticut and since 2017 she has relocated to Paris where she has been working for Sensory Center implementing Tomatis, Soundsory, and forbrain with her families. Kara brings to us her expertise and passion for autistic children as well as children with Sensory Integration and learning difficulties. She is trained in various techniques that have helped shape and develop her unique skill set, from D.I.R Floortime, to Sensory Integration to Auditory interventions. She has recently become certified in the ADOS-2 assessment for Autism. She speaks English and is getting better in French everyday.


Grace Lindley (SLP)
Grace is a Speech Language Therapist originally from New Zealand who has spent the last 11 years based in France where she has a private practice. She has experience supporting children with a wide range of speech and language delays and disorders, and she has a special interest in Autism, early intervention and neurodiverse affirming practices. Grace has provided support to families with autistic children across a range of settings: at home, at school, in clinic and online. She is trained in Hanen It Takes Two To Talk, the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol and is currently completing Natural Language Acquisition training. Grace speaks English, French and some Spanish.
Kim Wyrley-Birch, Dyslexia specialist and teacher
Kim is a dedicated Dyslexia Specialist and certified assessor with a passion for empowering alternative learners. Her journey into the field was inspired by her own children, each facing challenges with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and attention difficulties. Motivated by the lack of adequate school support, she trained at the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre, combining personal insight with professional expertise.
Kim now works as a specialist teacher and serves as SEND Governor at her local primary school. She is the creator of the Let’s Fly Reading Programme and believes that understanding the “why” behind a child’s learning difficulties is key to unlocking their potential. Her approach blends practical strategies with unwavering belief in the unique strengths of dyslexic learners, ensuring no child ever feels “stupid” — only “not there yet.” Kim’s work continues to inspire parents and educators to help children with specific learning differences soar.

What do you get when purchasing the Masterclass collection?
⭐ Video Masterclass: Set for School: Pre-literacy at Home: A 4-hour video course designed to help parents build essential early literacy skills in their children. It provides practical, research-based strategies to strengthen phonological awareness, setting the foundation for confident reading and writing. With engaging activities and step-by-step guidance, this masterclass makes learning fun and effective for young learners.
⭐ Masterclass: Unlocking Dyslexia: In this in-depth two-part video masterclass led by dyslexia specialist and teacher Kim Wyrley-Birch, uncover the realities of dyslexia and the unique challenges children face in school. Across 3 hours of engaging video content, you’ll gain a deep understanding of how dyslexia impacts learning, along with practical, easy-to-use strategies to reduce anxiety, build confidence, and empower dyslexic children both in the classroom and beyond.
⭐ Video Masterclass: Auditory Processing Disorder in School-Aged Children: In this focused video webinar led by experienced therapist Grace, delve into the complexities of auditory processing disorder in school-aged children. Over 4 hours of video content, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical strategies to support children facing auditory processing difficulties in the academic setting and beyond.
Discover the program in detail!

Set for School: Pre-literacy at Home
Part 1
Welcome and introduction
Literacy overview
Pyramid of learning
Things impacting literacy
Developmental skills
The Body (gross motor)
The Eyes (vision/ocular motor)
The Hands (fine motor)
Activities for your 2-5+ year old
When to seek help
Q&A Session (30 minutes)
Part 2
Everything from Day 1 put into practice
The Ears (hearing/listening skills)
Speech & Language development
Phonological awareness
Letter-Sound awareness
Activities for your 2-5+ year old
When to seek help
Q&A Session (30 minutes)

Unlocking Dyslexia
Part 1 – (90 Minutes) – Understanding Dyslexia & Practical Strategies
1. What is Dyslexia? Understanding its Impact
👉 What is dyslexia?
👉 The emotional and academic struggles dyslexic children face
👉 Recognising dyslexic strengths and how to build on them
2. Understanding the Cognitive Functions That Affect Learning
👉 Memory, phonological awareness, and processing speed
👉 Visual processing challenges and visual-motor coordination issues
3. Why Reading, Spelling, Writing, and Maths Can Be Hard
👉 Understanding how cognitive difficulties impact learning
4. How to Use Forbrain to Support Dyslexic Learners
👉 The role of auditory feedback in learning
👉 How Forbrain can help boost phonological awareness, memory, and focus
👉 Practical demonstrations and exercises
5. Q&A and Discussion
Part 2 (90 Minutes) – Tools, Technology & Emotional Support
1. Practical Multi-Sensory Strategies using Forbrain
👉 How to use Forbrain to boost phonological awareness
👉 Colourful techniques for breaking down longer words
👉 Engaging strategies to improve reading fluency and comprehension
👉 Fun and effective ways to learn and retain spellings
👉 Making writing easier – scaffolding ideas and organising thoughts
👉 How to support dyslexic learners in maths (times tables, fractions, algebra, etc.)
👉 Forbrain as a revision tool
2. Access Arrangements & School Support
👉 Exam accommodations to level the playing field: extra time, readers, scribes, and laptops etc.
3. The Emotional Impact of Dyslexia: Reducing Anxiety & Building Confidence
👉 Understanding frustration, self-doubt, and school-related anxiety
👉 How to build resilience and self-esteem in dyslexic children
👉 Simple stress-reducing techniques to make learning more positive
4. Final Q&A and Wrap-Up

Auditory Processing Disorder in School-Aged Children
Part 1 – APD
👉 Welcome and introduction.
👉 What is Auditory Processing Disorder?
👉 What are the signs of APD in school-aged children?
👉 Getting a diagnosis
👉 Differential diagnosis
👉 Practical tips & tools for home and school use
👉 Q&A Session
Part 2 – SPEECH DISORDERS
👉 Using Forbrain with children with speech and language delays
👉 Using Forbrain with children who have speech sound disorders
👉 Tips and suggestions on how you can introduce the headphones to your clients and how to use it in therapy
👉 Recommendations on books, songs, games etc. to use in sessions
👉 Benefits observed in clients using the technology
👉 Q&A Session
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