Wordy Birds - Literacy Specialist

Welcome to Wordy Birds

Helping your child become a confident reader - one lesson at a time.

Research-based. Family-centered. Actually fun.

I'm Kim - a certified dyslexia specialist and former classroom teacher on a mission to make research-based literacy support accessible to every family. Whether you're looking for 1:1 tutoring, a quick consultation or a do-it-yourself lesson pack, you're in the right place.

Kim Manes - Wordy Birds
15+ Years Teaching
OG Certified Practitioner
15 Years in Education
Master's in Early Childhood Ed
Dyslexia Specialist
Virtual & In-Person
Parent helping child with reading

Sound familiar?

You want to help your child - but aren't sure where to start.

  • You've tried the apps and workbooks but nothing seems to stick.
  • You sit down to help with reading and end up more frustrated than your child.
  • Private tutoring is expensive and hard to find - especially the good kind.
  • You just want a clear path forward from someone who actually knows what they're doing.
That's exactly why Wordy Birds exists. 🐦

How I Can Help

Three ways to work with Wordy Birds.

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1:1 Sessions
Individualized Orton Gillingham Tutoring
One-on-one sessions built around your child's exact needs using a research-based multi-modal framework that combines auditory, visual and tactile-kinesthetic strategies. Both virtual and in-person lessons available.
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30-Min Virtual Session
Literacy Consultations & Single Session Assessments
Not sure where to begin? In a focused 30-minute virtual session, share about your child's current ability level and areas of struggle. You'll walk away with a clear picture of next steps, learning ideas and resources.
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Kim Manes

Your Guide

This isn't your average tutoring company.

I'm Kim Manes - founder of Wordy Birds, LLC and your friendly neighborhood literacy specialist. After 15 years working with students and families, I've seen how much a parent's involvement transforms a child's learning. That's why everything I do is designed to bring you into the process - not leave you waiting in the car.

Wordy Birds isn't just about fixing reading struggles. It's about building confidence, creating connection and giving families the tools to support their children for life.

Former elementary school teacher - 15 years in education
Master's degree in Early Childhood Education
Orton Gillingham Certified Practitioner
Dyslexia specialist & Science of Reading advocate

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Ready to Begin?

Your child deserves a reader who believes in them.

Let's give them the tools - and give you the confidence - to make it happen.

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