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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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#25 Prepping Your Dyslexic Child for the New School Year: 8 Steps to a Smooth Start
Many students with dyslexia experience an added layer of anxiety as they anticipate the start of a new school year. Between different routines, coursework, and teachers, it’s common for dyslexic students to feel...
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#24 Traveling with a Dyslexic Child
Traveling with a dyslexic child has its own unique set of challenges. You may have found it difficult to navigate these challenges and find ways to create an easier future travel experience. In this episode, I’m...
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#23 Phonological Awareness, Phonemic Awareness, Phonics: A Nesting Doll Trifecta
Wherever you are on your journey with dyslexia, you may have come across terms like phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and phonics. In this episode, I’m breaking down the skills within each term, and how each...
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