Annemarie Roux, founder of Yellow Tree Reading Academy

MEET THE AUTHORAnnemarieRoux

Annemarie Roux is a Master Remedial Specialist, Educational Psychologist and the author behind Yellow Tree's books, courses and games. With 38 years of experience in Education in South Africa, she is a leader in her field and a passionate advocate for every child's right to learn to read.

Her work is grounded in the Science of Reading and shaped by decades of hands-on classroom experience. She believes that reading should be taught daily, intentionally and systematically — and that the right resources can make that journey both effective and joyful.

EXPERTISEA lifetime ofResearch

Annemarie's career has been dedicated to understanding why some children struggle to read and what can be done to help them flourish. She brings together assessment insight, remedial expertise and practical classroom wisdom.

Credentials

  • Master Remedial Specialist
  • Educational Psychologist
  • 38 years of experience in Education in South Africa
  • Author of Yellow Tree books, courses and games

Author

Annemarie designs and writes every Yellow Tree book, course and game — ensuring each resource reflects the same research-based, child-centred philosophy she has spent her career refining.

Specialist focus areas

  • Reading and language delays
  • Science of Reading methodologies
  • Differentiation for individual needs
  • Practical, resource-based training
  • Different language barriers
  • Assessment strategies for language skills
  • Vocabulary development and enrichment
Annemarie Roux teaching with Yellow Tree resources

IN THE CLASSROOMWhere Research MeetChildren

Every Yellow Tree resource has been tested and refined where it matters most: with real learners. Annemarie's materials bridge the gap between academic research and classroom reality, giving educators tools that are both evidence-based and immediately usable.

Whether you are a teacher, a remedial therapist or a homeschooling parent, her work is designed to help you teach with confidence and creativity.