She is trained in LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling), Lexia, Project Read, RTI, AR, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), and is a National Writing Project teacher consultant, among other literacy and instructional approaches.
Her teaching is rooted in creating learning experiences that feel light, immersive, and meaningful. Children engage with stories, literacy language, and creative expression through art, music, movement, and hands-on exploration, building confidence and a lasting love of reading and learning.
Ms. Amy offers both group literacy sessions and individual learning sessions designed to meet each dhild where they are. Families often share that children leave sessions more confident, engaged, and excited about books and storytelling.
At the heart of A Blooming Child is a simple belief: that children can fall in love with reading and discover the joy, comfort, and imagination that books can bring into their lives.
Ms. Holly thoughtfully prepares the art and craft experiences in advance, carefully curating materials so that the creative portion of each session feels calm, inviting, and ready for exploration.
She offers gentle support as children engage in their artwork, stepping in only when invited and always honoring each child's natural rhythm, voice, and process.
With a background in mental health counseling and experience rooted in play-based approaches, she brings a steady, grounding presence that helps children feel safe, seen, and calm as they create.
Learning in Practice:
Sessions often begin with a storybook or shared text as a doorway into learning.
Instruction is guided by each child's developmental needs and interests.
Learning flows between literacy, numeracy, conversation, and creative exploration.
In both group and individual sessions, learning is shaped by each child's needs, confidence, and curiosity.
Individual sessions are personalized to meet each child where they are academically and developmentally.