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#37 Can My Dyslexic Child Really Get Multisensory Instruction Online?
Some things aren’t as good online as they are “in real life,” but multisensory learning isn’t one of them! In this episode, I share how multisensory learning instruction can be carried out effectively online,...
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#36 Do I Really Have to Teach My Dyslexic Child Grammar and Punctuation?
The difference between “Let’s eat, Grandma” and “Let’s eat Grandma” is substantial! Grammar and punctuation provide clarity and understanding that, without them, make language hard to understand. Today, I’m discussing...
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#35 7 Ways to Help the Dyslexic in Your Life Find and Give Themselves Grace
We’ve all heard that pesky little voice in our heads say something like, “Well, you should’ve done XYZ, but you didn’t.” Many dyslexics experience negative self-talk. I know I have! Reminding ourselves to be graceful...
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#34 How to Help Your Dyslexic Child Find Their Passion
If you do a quick Google search, you'll find so many examples of successful adults with dyslexia who have found their passion and are thriving. Some of the famous personalities include director Steven Spielberg, actor...
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#33 What Does a Typical IEP Agenda Look Like?
IEP season is here and many of us are getting ready to attend our (first) IEP meetings. If you’re a parent of a dyslexic student, you may be curious about what to expect. In this episode, I break down the IEP agenda...
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#32 Are Audiobooks Cheating?
Are audiobooks and immersion readers just a new way to cheat? The short answer is no. In this episode, I share information on audiobooks and immersion readers, and the positive impact they can have on reading...
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#31 What are the 3 Tiers of RtI and Where Does Dyslexia Intervention Fit In?
I recently had a parent contact me who was confused about RtI Tier 2 language used in a meeting. (And rightfully so!) It’s not uncommon to feel like your head is spinning after an education meeting where different...
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#30 My Why - Discovering Dyslexia: A 5-Day Exploration and Untangling Dyslexia: From Identification to IEP
December is traditionally known as a month of joy and celebration — ‘tis the season! Join me as I open the doors to my WHY and celebrate the launch of two courses to support the Untangling Literacy community:...
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#29 Debunking the Top 10 Dyslexia Myths (Part 2)
Continuing with our series on dyslexia myths, I’m debunking the top five things that people get wrong about dyslexia. Contrary to popular belief, people with dyslexia don’t simply confuse numbers and letters. More...
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#28 Debunking the Top 10 Dyslexia Myths (Part 1)
If you are unsure about what to believe about dyslexia and are looking for factual information, this episode is for you.
In honor of Dyslexia Awareness Month, this is the first part in a two-part series debunking the...
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#27 The Magic of Child Find - What Is It and Why Is It Important?
If you’ve tried to get your child tested for dyslexia, but ran into barriers because they don’t attend public school, this episode is for you.
Child Find is a resource that’s part of the Individuals with...
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#26 6 Steps for Setting Up an Effective Homework Routine
Even though I don’t believe in (most) homework assignments, it’s a staple in traditional school systems that isn't going away anytime soon. However, there are strategies to make it less overwhelming for students and...
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