Cookeville, Tennessee
Allison Weeden, owner

Private Tutoring

Kindergarten - 4th
Early Reading Instruction Orton-Gillingham Approach

5th - 8th
Reading/Writing Instruction7th-12th
Literary Studies

  • Your child’s instruction will be tailored based on their skill level, not their grade level.

  • We provide an indoor and outdoor learning space.

  • We offer morning, afternoon, and evening sessions.

  • Your homeschool, hybrid, or public school schedule can be accommodated.

  • You are encouraged to stay on the property and enjoy our peaceful view of the Highland Rim.

Not all classrooms have four walls.

Meet your instructors

Allison Weeden - Owner

Instructor K - 4th
Early Reading and Writing

My name is Allison Weeden. I started teaching as a licensed educator with the Putnam County Board of Education in 2008. I taught Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade.I love providing multi-sensory reading instruction in a peaceful outdoor environment. Services are provided at my home, which is located on Buck Mountain in Cookeville, Tennessee.Your student will practice phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, writing, grammar, and comprehension in a fun and engaging way.

Lori Talbert

Instructor 5th - 8th
Writing InstructorLiterary Studies 7th-12th

What you can learn from Mrs. Talbert
Confident Writing Skills
* Answer a prompt with rich details.
* Use intentional word choice to make a sound argument.
* Employ grammar that conveys your writing with ease.
* Write about literature using MLA documentation.Complete Mini-Compositions and/or Major Writing
Projects Step-By-Step
* Brainstorm a paragraph or an essay with a graphic organizer.
* Write a sloppy copy. This is the secret of bestselling authors!
* Write a draft and learn self-revision/editing techniques.
* Polish a final copy for your homeschool or your class.
* Relax knowing that your instructor will give you individualized feedback for your writing that will guide you through the entire process.Analyze Literature of Any Genre
* Read for pleasure while discovering the deeper message.
* Learn techniques to improve comprehension and analysis.
* Increase reading fluency.

Jackie Reynolds

Instructor K - 4th
Early Reading and Writing

Jackie has a BS in Elementary and Special Education from MTSU.She has her Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision,
also from MTSU.Jackie taught K-12 special education for 8 years. She was an
Assistant Principal for 10 years at Lascassas Elementary.Lastly, she was a Family Engagement Coordinator for 14 years with Putnam County Schools.Jackie will work closely with our K-4 students to provide academic support in reading and writing. We are confident that your student will thrive under her guidance.