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Anabel

5 (10 reviews)

Price $42
Answer 8h
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Number of students Anabel has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Anabel has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (10 reviews)

$42/h

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English
Reading
Literacy
Phonetics

Support your child’s literacy with online lessons from an AMI Montessori-trained educator, for ages 5–10.

English
Reading
Literacy
Phonetics

Lesson location

- online

About Anabel

Hello! My name is Ms. Anabel, and I’m an experienced English tutor with a background in AMI Montessori education. I have worked with young children for over 17 years. I specialise in helping children aged 5–10 build strong foundations in reading, writing, and grammar—at their own pace, and in a way that feels encouraging and enjoyable.

Whether your child is just starting out, needs extra support, or is preparing for French Immersion or École Francophone, I offer a phonics-based approach that helps make reading and writing click, helping children master essential letter–sound relationships.

Through engaging instruction, they learn:

• Open and closed syllables
• When to use “k” vs. “ck”
• Digraphs and split digraphs
• The schwa sound
• It’s vs its
• Then vs than
• There vs their
• And many other foundational rules

These decoding strategies don’t just help with English—some rules carry over to other languages like French, Portuguese, and more.

Grammar and Language Development
As your child becomes a confident reader, they also develop a strong grasp of core grammar concepts, including:

• Suffixes & prefixes
• Articles & conjunctions
• Prepositions
• Verbs, adverbs, adjectives
• Nouns & pronouns
• Contractions & punctuation

These skills lay the foundation for clear thinking and strong writing.

Weekly Dictation Practice
When your child is developmentally ready, I introduce dictation words each week to help strengthen spelling fluency. The following week, I revisit these words through thoughtful correction and practice. I invite you, the parent, to play a hands on role in this process—helping your child study, guiding them gently, and celebrating every step forward.

Reading Chapter Books Together
Once your child is developmentally ready, we gradually transition away from the books I’ve written—designed specifically to teach targeted rules—and introduce age-appropriate chapter books. This helps your child apply their newfound skills in real-world reading.
Whether working one-on-one or in small groups of 2–3 students, we use these chapter books to boost comprehension and foster a love of reading.

Real Parent Feedback:
One little girl I taught started out behind in reading at age 6. Within four months, her teacher was shocked by her progress. After a year, she was nearly caught up—and by year two, she was tutoring her classmates!

Let’s build your child’s literacy skills—and their love of learning—from the ground up.

Now Enrolling: Ages 5–10 | One-on-One or Small Group of 2

About the lesson

Hello! I’m Ms. Anabel, and I’d love to support your child’s learning journey.

I’m an online English teacher with over 17 years of experience helping young learners thrive. I specialise in teaching children aged 5–10 how to read, write, and build strong grammar skills—all taught using Canadian English.

My lessons are engaging, supportive, and developmentally appropriate. Whether your child is just beginning to read, needs a boost in confidence, or wants to strengthen their English while attending French Immersion or École Francophone, I’m here to help them succeed—at their own pace, in a way that feels fun and encouraging.

I teach from the heart—and I genuinely connect with kids. I believe learning should be joyful, empowering, and something every child looks forward to.

My program is custom-designed, kid-tested, and built with care. I use a mix of audiovisual aids, simple and clear explanations, and hands-on activities that make learning feel natural and fun. Whether your child is starting out or needs extra support, I meet them where they’re at and help them grow with confidence.

What My Online Lessons Look Like
Your child will join me for interactive, 30-minute lessons, 2 or 3 times a week. These sessions are fun, focused, and friendly. We use conversation, pencil and paper, screen sharing, and worksheets to learn. And yes, we laugh along the way!

Children who can remember letter sounds can learn to read—and my program shows them how to put it all together step-by-step.

What Your Child Will Learn
• How to decode new words using phonics-based techniques
• The logic behind spelling and how to become a stronger speller
• Tons of sight words with tools like Commonly Used Words and Word Rockets
• The power of open and closed syllables
• How vowel and consonant combinations work
• Core grammar concepts: nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, articles, pronouns, contractions, punctuation, and more
• How to think critically and explain what they understand
• And most importantly, a love of reading

My goal is to help kids understand the "why" behind the language—not just memorise it—so they can use what they learn in real life and feel proud of their progress.

What Students Are Saying
“This is easy.”
“Can we stay longer? I want to work on word search.”
“Thanks for teaching me punctuation in a way I understand.”
“I want to read a book. When are we going to read a book?”
“You're my favourite person in the whole galaxy.”
Zoom message: “You’re lots of fun.” / “Thank you for teaching us. You’re very kind.”

And the jokes we share? They’re the best part.

Student jokes:
• What do sea monsters eat? Fish and ships.
• What’s a ghost’s worst room? The living room.
• What does an axolotl do on vacation? Relaxolotl.
• Why did the cow cross the road? To get to the mooseum.
• What is a parent you can’t see? Transparent.

My Favourite Moment as a Teacher?
When a child realises they can read—and their whole face lights up with pride. That quiet, amazed little smile in their eyes? It never gets old.

I’ve Helped Kids Who:
• Have ADHD or ADD
• Are learning English as a second language (ESL)
• Are below grade level
• Are in French Immersion or École Francophone and need support in English

Many of my students experience:
Increased comprehension
Higher grades
More confidence
Lots of smiles

A few spots are currently available!

If you're looking for a tutor to support your child’s English journey, I’d love to help them grow into a confident, capable reader and writer.

Feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to talk!

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5 (10 reviews)

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Savannah
- 5
Perfect! We wanted to get ahead on reading for our daughter, so we sought out Ms. Anabel. She quickly assessed our daughter and even included a lesson as part of the free assessment. Afterward, she promptly emailed worksheets for that session, and our daughter was able to start learning right away.

Our daughter truly enjoys attending Ms. Anabel’s lessons, they’re clear, concise, and fun. I’ve overheard her saying, "The lesson is already over?" which speaks to how engaged she is!

We are excited to see how our daughter continues to grow and develop under Ms. Anabel’s guidance! We’ve already seen such amazing progress as she’s begun reading on her own and seeking out time to learn independently!
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Savannah

Perfect! We wanted to get ahead on reading for our daughter, so we sought out Ms. Anabel. She quickly assessed our daughter and even included a lesson as part of the free assessment. Afterward, she promptly emailed worksheets for that session, and our daughter was able to start learning right away.

Our daughter truly enjoys attending Ms. Anabel’s lessons, they’re clear, concise, and fun. I’ve overheard her saying, "The lesson is already over?" which speaks to how engaged she is!

We are excited to see how our daughter continues to grow and develop under Ms. Anabel’s guidance! We’ve already seen such amazing progress as she’s begun reading on her own and seeking out time to learn independently!

Anabel's response
One of the things I truly appreciate about your daughter is her genuine gratitude for our time together. She ends each lesson with a warm "Thank you for teaching me," accompanied by a smile that lights up her whole face. It's such a joy to work with her, and I look forward to our time together. She brings a strong work ethic to everything she does and is dedicated to do her best. Whether it's staying neatly within the lines while coloring the continents or asking thoughtful questions, she shows such care and attention. She also speaks so fondly of her family, which speaks to her wonderful character.
It’s been an absolute pleasure to work with your daughter and help her in her reading journey. Thank you for allowing me to be part of her growth and learning process.
- Anabel's response :
  One of the things I truly appreciate about your daughter is her genuine gratitude for our time together. She ends each lesson with a warm "Thank you for teaching me," accompanied by a smile that lights up her whole face. It's such a joy to work with her, and I look forward to our time together. She brings a strong work ethic to everything she does and is dedicated to do her best. Whether it's staying neatly within the lines while coloring the continents or asking thoughtful questions, she shows such care and attention. She also speaks so fondly of her family, which speaks to her wonderful character.
  It’s been an absolute pleasure to work with your daughter and help her in her reading journey. Thank you for allowing me to be part of her growth and learning process.
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Maroon
- 5
Perfect! Anabel has been a wonderful contribution to my daughter's education. She's knowledgeable and thoughtful in her teaching approach, patient and supportive where needed. I would highly recommend.
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Maroon

Perfect! Anabel has been a wonderful contribution to my daughter's education. She's knowledgeable and thoughtful in her teaching approach, patient and supportive where needed. I would highly recommend.

Anabel's response
In our short time together, I’ve learned that your daughter is bright, attentive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She has a great sense of humor and engages easily during lessons. I look forward to seeing her continued progress and growth!
- Anabel's response :
  In our short time together, I’ve learned that your daughter is bright, attentive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She has a great sense of humor and engages easily during lessons. I look forward to seeing her continued progress and growth!
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Loveleen
- 5
Perfect! One of the best tutors I have ever met. My son has been attending since grade 1 and her way of teaching is impressive that engages my son thoroughly. He has learnt lot of new vocabulary. He loves to share his day with Ms Anabel. He has improved a lot in spellings and how to pronounce different words.
I must recommend her. Her teaching method is very concise.
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Loveleen

Perfect! One of the best tutors I have ever met. My son has been attending since grade 1 and her way of teaching is impressive that engages my son thoroughly. He has learnt lot of new vocabulary. He loves to share his day with Ms Anabel. He has improved a lot in spellings and how to pronounce different words.
I must recommend her. Her teaching method is very concise.

Anabel's response
What a pleasure it was teaching your son. He is bright, articulate, and a fast learner who enjoyed being challenged and was always eager to share stories. He had a thoughtful and caring nature—often speaking about his family with such depth and concern, as if he carried an older spirit within him.

He also had a genuine love of nature and would proudly show me the beautiful mountains and trees in his yard. His curiosity and connection to the world around him were truly special.

He worked hard and it showed—he became the top speller in his school, winning the Spelling Bee Championship. A wonderful achievement and well deserved!
- Anabel's response :
  What a pleasure it was teaching your son. He is bright, articulate, and a fast learner who enjoyed being challenged and was always eager to share stories. He had a thoughtful and caring nature—often speaking about his family with such depth and concern, as if he carried an older spirit within him.
  
  He also had a genuine love of nature and would proudly show me the beautiful mountains and trees in his yard. His curiosity and connection to the world around him were truly special.
  
  He worked hard and it showed—he became the top speller in his school, winning the Spelling Bee Championship. A wonderful achievement and well deserved!
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Nivelle
- 5
Perfect! My 7-year-old son was falling behind for his grade level. I decided to enroll him in Ms. Anabel's program. She assessed him and then concentrated on strengthening his weaknesses. On occasion, she’s provided supplemental work to help him overcome obstacles in his understanding. My son attended 4 lessons per week and within a year his reading and comprehension have improved significantly. His full-time teacher wrote a glowing end of year review in his report card. Thank you, Ms. Anabel, for helping our son.
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Nivelle

Perfect! My 7-year-old son was falling behind for his grade level. I decided to enroll him in Ms. Anabel's program. She assessed him and then concentrated on strengthening his weaknesses. On occasion, she’s provided supplemental work to help him overcome obstacles in his understanding. My son attended 4 lessons per week and within a year his reading and comprehension have improved significantly. His full-time teacher wrote a glowing end of year review in his report card. Thank you, Ms. Anabel, for helping our son.

Anabel's response
It was a pleasure teaching your son. He showed remarkable improvement and became a confident, capable reader with a strong understanding of complex concepts. He’s also a caring and thoughtful child who often spoke fondly of his baby brother. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of his learning journey.
- Anabel's response :
  It was a pleasure teaching your son. He showed remarkable improvement and became a confident, capable reader with a strong understanding of complex concepts. He’s also a caring and thoughtful child who often spoke fondly of his baby brother. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of his learning journey.
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Nicole
- 5
Perfect! When I decided to find a teacher to help my daughter learn to read I was looking for a reliable, caring, and patient person. Most importantly someone with a reading program that works. With Anabel I found all that and more. Luna looks forward to her lessons and has fun learning every week. Anabel definitely has a way with children and is a perfect fit for our family.
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Nicole

Perfect! When I decided to find a teacher to help my daughter learn to read I was looking for a reliable, caring, and patient person. Most importantly someone with a reading program that works. With Anabel I found all that and more. Luna looks forward to her lessons and has fun learning every week. Anabel definitely has a way with children and is a perfect fit for our family.

Anabel's response
In 5 short months your daughter has learned the phonetic sounds of letter and is now reading! Congratulations on your achievement little one. I wish you continued success in our lessons and look forward to seeing you bloom and grow as you learn the rules of English. Keep up the great work!
- Anabel's response :
  In 5 short months your daughter has learned the phonetic sounds of letter and is now reading! Congratulations on your achievement little one. I wish you continued success in our lessons and look forward to seeing you bloom and grow as you learn the rules of English. Keep up the great work!
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Shari
- 5
Perfect! Anabel is an extremely knowledgeable, helpful and patient tutor! My 5 year old has fun leaning new things during each lesson. He is growing in confidence and ability with each lesson.
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Shari

Perfect! Anabel is an extremely knowledgeable, helpful and patient tutor! My 5 year old has fun leaning new things during each lesson. He is growing in confidence and ability with each lesson.

Anabel's response
Thank you so much for choosing me to tutor your 5 year old son! I’m so glad his French immersion teacher has seen an improvement in his comprehension in letter sounds in two short weeks. The knowledge seems to be transferable.
Your son has a zest for learning and is able to retain and apply new knowledge easily. I can see him develop in leaps and bounds over the next few months. Be prepared to see him reading in English very soon! It may not be a Christmas blessing but it will be a New Year’s one!
Thank you for ensuring your son is always on time and prepared for class.
- Anabel's response :
  Thank you so much for choosing me to tutor your 5 year old son! I’m so glad his French immersion teacher has seen an improvement in his comprehension in letter sounds in two short weeks. The knowledge seems to be transferable.
  Your son has a zest for learning and is able to retain and apply new knowledge easily. I can see him develop in leaps and bounds over the next few months. Be prepared to see him reading in English very soon! It may not be a Christmas blessing but it will be a New Year’s one!
  Thank you for ensuring your son is always on time and prepared for class.
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Elisangela

Mrs. Anabel was our son first teacher when we came in Canada. He no speak no understand English. Mrs. Anabel talk a bit of Spanish to him. In short time, he speaking English. We have been Canada 6 years. Our son is advanced reader. Thank you for patience and caring Mrs. Anabel.
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Elisangela
Mrs. Anabel was our son first teacher when we came in Canada. He no speak no understand English. Mrs. Anabel talk a bit of Spanish to him. In short time, he speaking English. We have been Canada 6 years. Our son is advanced reader. Thank you for patience and caring Mrs. Anabel.
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Andrej

Our boy was really struggling with reading in grade 2, and he was falling behind. Ms Anabel assessed him and found that he had problems with vowel sounds. She started to teach him right from the most basic foundation, which surprised us, but it worked - once he had the fundamentals down, he caught up quickly and now he's an advanced reader.

Thanks, Ms Anabel!
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Andrej
Our boy was really struggling with reading in grade 2, and he was falling behind. Ms Anabel assessed him and found that he had problems with vowel sounds. She started to teach him right from the most basic foundation, which surprised us, but it worked - once he had the fundamentals down, he caught up quickly and now he's an advanced reader.

Thanks, Ms Anabel!
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Casa

Anabel and I were colleagues in a Montessori Casa. She has great rapport with the children. She identifies and harnesses their individual strengths, and patiently guides them towards personal successes. She fosters a joy in learning, and children grow in their self confidence, as their discover their own inner potential.
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Casa
Anabel and I were colleagues in a Montessori Casa. She has great rapport with the children. She identifies and harnesses their individual strengths, and patiently guides them towards personal successes. She fosters a joy in learning, and children grow in their self confidence, as their discover their own inner potential.
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Claudia

I know Anabel as a trusted friend and fellow teacher - we share an interest in language skills acquisition. What makes her practice very effective is a method she has created to teach reading. She assesses each child to see what their individual needs are, and then customizes a program to isolate sounds and develop meaningful activities that will help her student understand what she/he is learning. She is a kind, approachable and creative educator who always finds great ways to connect with children. Her teaching has solid roots in the Montessori method and has been refined by her educational experience.
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Claudia
I know Anabel as a trusted friend and fellow teacher - we share an interest in language skills acquisition. What makes her practice very effective is a method she has created to teach reading. She assesses each child to see what their individual needs are, and then customizes a program to isolate sounds and develop meaningful activities that will help her student understand what she/he is learning. She is a kind, approachable and creative educator who always finds great ways to connect with children. Her teaching has solid roots in the Montessori method and has been refined by her educational experience.
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• paired lesson with another child learning the same material
Please note: Lower fee for paired lessons.

Lesson Format:
• All lessons are 30 minutes in length. ($21 per lesson)
• Your child will receive a complimentary 30-minute assessment/lesson to help determine the best placement.

Support your child’s literacy with online lessons from an AMI Montessori-trained educator, for ages 5–10.

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