Dyslexia Devoted

Do you hear the special terms in education and IEP terms and suddenly think they are speaking a different language? Welcome to Episode 32 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re focusing on all the words and terms you need to know for your next IEP or educational evaluation meeting. This week’s episode comes with a free cheat sheet of these terms, so don’t worry about writing them down. Just sit back...

Want to Learn More About Your Options for Dyslexia in and out of Schools? Get my Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course for FREE until January 2, 2023 ! In This Episode: Happy new year! Adults set new year's resolutions all the time, but what about kids? But to be honest… grown-ups rarely stick to their resolutions, so let’s not set kids up for failure. Let’s teach them how to create meaningful goals the...

This week I have a special gift for the holidays! But hurry! It expires in a week, and then becomes a paid offer! This Episode's Topics: Get your FREE Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course Until Jan. 2, 2023 Connect with Lisa Parnello: Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course...

Have you ever wondered how to help dyslexic kids deal with constantly making mistakes, even when they do their best? Welcome to Episode 29 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re going to be talking about ways to help kids with dyslexia deal with mistakes and failures. Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode29 I’m getting ready to launch a brand-new course to help families that have recently receive...

What is one thing about dyslexia that you wish you knew sooner? Welcome to episode 28 of Dyslexia Devoted! Recently I posted a message in a local dyslexia group asking that exact question… What is one thing about dyslexia you wish you knew sooner? And I got some great answers that I wanted to share with you, because knowledge is power! Now before we get into the answers to those questions, includi...

With the holidays coming up this month, I often get asked “what should I work on with my child during the school break? Welcome to Episode 27 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re going to be talking about all sorts of different options for what to do with dyslexic kids during school breaks. I don’t mean a 3 day weekend, I mean when you have a full week or more off of school. Let 3 day weekends just...

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Have you ever wondered when a student should be formally assessed or reassessed for dyslexia? Welcome to Episode 26 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re going to be talking all about dyslexia assessments. First we’ll talk about how dyslexia is assessed, then the ideal time to get the first formal dyslexia assessment, and finally when students should get reevaluated. Join the Dyslexia Devoted Email...

Dyslexia often involves struggle, but the best parts are when kids with dyslexia experience success!! Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode25 This Episode's Dyslexia Success Stories: From Struggling Reader to AP Classes Multiple Learning Disabilities and STILL Hitting Big Goals! Struggling Reader to Avid Reader! Discovering to Communicate and Use Accommodations Connect with Lisa Parnello: Foll...

Want to Learn More About Dyslexia? Do you want to learn more about dyslexia and how students with dyslexia learn how to read? Do you want to have a better understanding of special education terminology, the advantages of dyslexia, and how to help your child with dyslexia? For a limited time,  you can sign up for lifetime access to my Understanding Dyslexia Online Course with a special 20% dis...

Dyslexia and ADHD often go hand in hand. Welcome to Episode 23 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re going to be revisiting the topic of ADHD. It has been the most popular episode of this podcast, and this week some things came up with the kids so I’d like to focus this episode on the child perspective. Today we’re going to discuss talking to kids about ADHD, talking to your child’s doctor about med...

Have you ever wondered about dyslexia and other languages? Welcome to Episode 22 and today we’re focusing on dyslexia and languages! In today’s episode, there are going to be a lot of references to articles, so you can either just listen to my very short recap of the information or you can read them for yourself in the show notes at www.parnelloeducation.com/episode22 Dyslexia and Languages: What...

Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Understanding Dyslexia Online Course Conversations with Educators Parent Guide Want to Learn More About Dyslexia? Do you want to learn more about dyslexia and how students with dyslexia learn how to read? Do you want to have a better understanding of special education terminology, the advantages of dyslexia, and how to help your child with dyslexia? For a limit...

In This Episode: Have you ever wondered if a suggested treatment for dyslexia really works? Welcome to Episode 20 and today we’re going to discuss strategies that DON’T help people with dyslexia! Be sure to tune in the very last section today as I have just found an amazing video about parents advocating for their children with dyslexia and it aligns perfectly with our last myth. Also, one of the...

Have you taken a look at the spelling lists kids get at school? What do you notice about them? Welcome to Episode 19 and today we’re going to be talking about spelling lists! I didn’t realize just how passionate I am about this topic until a parent asked me about them last week! Apparently, I have a lot to say about spelling lists, so it’s the focus of this week’s episode! Show Notes: ParnelloEduc...

October is dyslexia awareness month! It's time to spread the word about dyslexia and what it really means to be dyslexic. In this week's episode, I share my journey to discovering the methods that work for dyslexia. I also jump into some ways you can learn more about dyslexia and expand your knowledge as well as spread the word about dyslexia. Topics Discussed: My Journey of Discovering Dyslexia -...

As a parent, a dyslexia diagnosis for your child can seem overwhelming. You want to help but you don’t even know where to begin to get the help you need Welcome to Episode 17 of Dyslexia Devoted where I’ll give you a starting place for some questions you may want to ask a potential dyslexia tutor or specialist. We'll be talking about  the location, the cost of services and everything in betwe...

Most schools have beginning of the year parent-teacher conferences. It's important to set the tone for the year to make sure dyslexic students have a solid team of support. Welcome to Episode 16 of Dyslexia Devoted where I will guide you on some key topics you may want to discuss in your first parent-teacher conference of the year! DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE CONVERSATION GUIDE HERE! 5 Key Conversation Top...

School is starting to get into the swing of things, and kids are starting to come home with more homework. Many families find it to be a battle to get homework done, especially for students who struggle with dyslexia. Welcome to Episode 15 of Dyslexia Devoted where I will give you some tips and strategies to make homework time less stressful. Show Notes: https://parnelloeducation.com/episode15 5 T...

In This Episode: In most areas, there is a shortage of certified dyslexia specialists. So what causes this? Many things stop teachers from becoming dyslexia experts, including a lack of knowledge that it exists, financial barriers, and hindrances on their time to work with students as they complete practicum requirements. Topics Discussed: What stops teachers from becoming dyslexia specialists? Wh...

In This Episode: Often people with dyslexia also develop anxiety because of a few factors including the feeling of failure, pressure from peers, and the additional stress and time it takes to get work done. Listen to this week's episode to learn more about what it looks like and some strategies to reduce stress. Topics Discussed: Causes of anxiety for dyslexics What it might look like in students...

In This Episode: Dyslexia isn't something people grow out of; it's a lifelong difference in how someone thinks. It can be a great asset, but it can also come with challenges. In this episode, we talk about some resources for adults to use as accommodations in their job, career paths that dyslexic thinking tends to thrive on, and other topics relating to adults with dyslexia. Topics Discussed: Reme...

In This Episode: Dyslexia isn't all bad news! There's plenty of good stuff too! People with dyslexia often have amazing talents. They may also be creative thinkers, athletes, artists, or have other talents. In this episode, we talk about the most common skills and talents of people who have dyslexia.  Show Notes Topics Discussed: Dyslexia isn't all bad news! What are the benefits of dyslexia?...

Did you know that approximately 30% of people with dyslexia also have ADHD. This week we'll be talking about how it affects daily life, and some simple strategies you can do to help.  Show Notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode10 Topics Discussed: What is ADHD How it affects daily life Strategies to make things easier Connect with Lisa Parnello: Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation Facebook.c...

In This Episode: Have you ever noticed a child with dyslexia who is extra disorganized or said they were done doing something you asked and it isn’t at all what you wanted them to do? Well, those are examples of a lack of executive functioning. This episode dives into executive functioning and how to support executive function skills.  www.parnelloeducation.com/episode9 Topics Discussed: What...