Literacy Untangled Podcast

Literacy Untangled Podcast

Hosted by: Jennie Sjursen

Does your child struggle with reading and writing? Do you suspect they have dyslexia? Real world answers to all your questions about dyslexia and ways to help your child is exactly what your get when you tune into the...

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#60 Summer Rewind Series: Are We There Yet - How Long Does A Dyslexia Remediation Really Take?

Summer has arrived, and I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#59 Summer Rewind Series: Prepping Your Dyslexic Child for the New School Year: 8 Steps to a Smooth Start

Summer has arrived, and I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#58 Summer Rewind Series: 7 Ways to Help the Dyslexic in Your Life Find and Give Themselves Grace

Summer has arrived, and I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#57 Summer Rewind Series: 5 Unexpected Ways Dyslexia Affects Everyday Life

Summer has arrived, and I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#56 Summer Rewind Series: Traveling with a Dyslexic Child

As summer approaches, I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#55 Summer Rewind Series: Dyslexia and Summer Therapy - Yes or No?

As summer approaches, I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the most impactful episodes to-date! I know this season brings a mix of relaxation and planning, especially for families navigating dyslexia. That's...
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#54 Hiding in Plain Sight: How Gifted Kids Mask Their Dyslexia and What Parents Must Know

Have you ever wondered why your incredibly bright child, the one with the astonishing vocabulary and mind-bending problem-solving skills, struggles so much with reading and writing? If so, this episode will be an...
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#53 Beat the September Rush: Why Smart Parents Start the Dyslexia Process Now, Not Next Fall

Feeling overwhelmed by the end of the school year? Think your child's learning struggles can wait until September? Today, I want to talk about why waiting until September could be one of the biggest mistakes that you...
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#52 Beyond Smores: Finding the Summer Program Your Dyslexic Child Actually Needs

Struggling to figure out the best summer plans for your dyslexic child? Are you torn between the need for academic support to prevent summer slide and the desire for your child to have a fun, relaxing break? What if I...
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#51 The Middle School Minefield: Why Your Dyslexic Child’s IEP Is About to Become Obsolete

Is your child moving from elementary to middle school?  Is the thought of middle school sending shivers down your spine, especially for your dyslexic child?  Are you wondering how they'll navigate the maze of multiple...
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#50 Spring Testing Season: How to Help Your Dyslexic Child Manage Tests

Is Spring testing season a source of dread for you and your dyslexic child? Do standardized tests feel like they’re designed to highlight their challenges, not their strengths? Today is all about how to help your kids...
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#49 Beyond High School: Preparing Your Dyslexic Student for College Success

Are you currently navigating the daunting leap from high school to college with a dyslexic student, or looking ahead to prepare for this important transition? Today, I unravel the complexities of college...
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