20 Minute Solution Tutoring

DRILLS = SKILLS the virtual tutoring that leads to academic success

Tutoring that helps build Basic Foundational Skills for both Math and Reading

(For K-6th grade students)

What solution do students get with their 20 Minute Tutoring?

First, what is it that keeps students from progressing to the next level in their academics? It's likely just a basic skill that needs to be learned in order to catch up and move ahead with the rest of the class. It could be learning those multiplication facts or phonograms for reading. As to why this happens? Could be that the class just isn't spending enough time on them for you to "get it down" before moving on to the next step or concept. Whatever the reason, that skill still needs to be learned, right? Well, now is your chance. With these drills, students build the foundational skills they need in reading and/or math in order to move onto the next big concept with ease and more confidence. Plus, this fast and easy DRILLS approach, set up virtually, you can do from the comfort of home or even on vacation. And, the best part of the SOLUTION, it only takes 20 minutes of commitment a day.

What The 20-Minute Solution is NOT, is a program and service that will teach students the next big concept. Although tips and strategies are provided during the 20-minute session, the main goal is helping students to learn and/or review some of the basic foundational skills they need, such as phonics or multiplication facts, in order to continue to grow academically.

For example, after a few drill sessions to learn and memorize multiplication facts, students are able to multiply 349 x 267 much more quickly, therefore, not having to rely on counting with their fingers or singing through a song to get the answer, which takes up precious time.

Or, in the case of a reading drill session, a student may learn the phonograms "ew" and "oi" to help them decode an unknown word such as nephew or hoist much quicker and easier.

STEPS TO TAKE NEXT

You choose one, maybe two basic reading /or math skills that you need work on from the readng & math menus below.
Decide on whether you want to work on just one basic reading or math skill for the entire 20 minutes or divide your 20 minutes. For example, spend 10 minutes on a reading skill such as phonics or fluency/retell & 10 minutes on a basic math skill, such as multiplication facts .
Click on the PDF form in the section below. Fill it out and then email it to facetimetutor4you@gmail.com Then together, we'll set up a time to get your lessons started.
When everything is set, your 20-minute math /or reading tutoring sessions will begin online via either FaceTime, Google Meet or Zoom.

Choose One or Two From the Reading or Math Skill Menu below

BASIC READING SKILLS PRACTICE

Each one of the following reading skills contributes to Reading Success! If you are unsure which skill you need practice with the most, call or send an email to facetimetutor4you@gmail.com and we'll give you an assessment that will help you figure it out.

1. Phonogram/Phonics Drill Practice

Students first practice their phonograms with their tutor using flash cards. After that, the tutor helps students reinforce that learning by having them decode words in context.

2. Fluency & Vocabulary Building Drills

Students practice reading passages at their instructional grade level until their reading sounds natural, i.e. effortless, accurate and with expression. The tutor may also give feedback and help by modeling fluent reading for the student.

3. Retell Fluency Practice Drills

Students read passages at their instructional reading level and then give a verbal recount or 'retell' as it is called of what they just read. The tutor also gives tips to help students improve their retelling skills. This particular exercise greatly helps to build a variety of comprehension skills.

4. Spelling Practice Drills

Students either provide their own spelling words that they need to practice for a particular subject. Or, the tutor can provide general spelling words that students should know or learn at their grade level. Students practice through games, verbally spelling words and writing.

BASIC MATH SKILLS PRACTICE

It is imperative that students learn ALL these basic math skills in order to advance to higher level math skill learning. If you need extra practice with one or more of the following skills, do it now!

1. Addition Practice Drills

Students practice their addition, adding one or two digit numbers with the aide and support of their tutor using flash cards, worksheets and games.

2. Subtraction Practice Drills

Students practice subtraction with one or two digit numbers with the aide and support of their tutor using flash cards, worksheets and games.

3. Multiplication Fact Practice Drills

Students practice getting their multiplication facts or time tables down pat with flash cards, worksheets, games, and tips from their tutor.

4. Division Practice Drills

Students practice their division of one digit numbers with additional help from their tutor using flash cards, worksheets and games.

How To Return the PDF Download Lesson Form

You may either type out the form as it is in pdf format and then email it back as an attachment
You may print out the form and fill it out by hand, then scan it and email it back as an attachment.
Or, as a 3rd option, you may just type the information requested such as name, email, phone, grade, and type of video communication you want, along with the number(s) & particular skill(s) right in the return email without the form.

* Send your Email to facetimetutor4you@gmail.com

Your 20 Minute Solution Program Details

Student Ages/Grade

Ages 6- 12 or in grades K-6th. This program requires students to be able to work at a computer, tablet or even a cell phone independently during their virtual sessions, which also needs to be set up in a quiet area. In addition, because students are minors, a parent and/or older sibling or relative needs to be present in the home or nearby where the tutoring is taking place.

How Often is a Lesson?

Each 20 minute session can be set up anywhere from 2 to 4 days a week.

How Long is each session?

Each lesson is 20 minutes!

How Much is Each Lesson?

Each 20 minute session cost $15 dollars So if you were to book 4 days of lessons, it would only cost you a total of $60.

Tools Needed for Lessons

Pencil, highlighter, paper, clip board, dry erase board with marker, and a sheet protector. A folder or tote bag to keep all these items together in one place is a good idea too. Additional materials might be sent to the student before each session, as well. This could be for example, a reading passage for fluency building and retell skill practice.

How to Pay For Your Sessions

Contact Ms. Brown through the contact section below for payment details. Also to note, you may pay for one session at a time or pay ahead for up to an entire month or more in advance.

20 Minute Solution Tutoring

DRILLS = SKILLS the virtual tutoring that leads to academic success

What solution do students get with their 20 Minute Tutoring?

STEPS TO TAKE NEXT

Choose One or Two From the Reading or Math Skill Menu below

BASIC READING SKILLS PRACTICE

1. Phonogram/Phonics Drill Practice

2. Fluency & Vocabulary Building Drills

3. Retell Fluency Practice Drills

4. Spelling Practice Drills

BASIC MATH SKILLS PRACTICE

1. Addition Practice Drills

2. Subtraction Practice Drills

3. Multiplication Fact Practice Drills

4. Division Practice Drills

Now Download The Lesson Form Below

How To Return the PDF Download Lesson Form

Your 20 Minute Solution Program Details

Student Ages/Grade

How Often is a Lesson?

How Long is each session?

How Much is Each Lesson?

Tools Needed for Lessons

How to Pay For Your Sessions

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