Dyslexia Devoted

Time to wrap up 2023! Welcome to Episode 82 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about about all of the big numbers for the year. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode82 This Episode's Topics: Recap of the Top 3 Episodes How many students I've helped this year Courses & Coaching opportunities released this year Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Book a Parent and Educato...

What do you do with kids when they are home for 2 weeks? Welcome to Episode 81 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about ways to keep kids busy with fun learning and out of trouble while on long holiday break. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode81 This Episode's Topics: Life Skills = Fun Learning Cooking - reading, math, and delicious rewards for hard work Learning doesn't...

Did you know my own goal is the only reason we have an episode this week? Welcome to Episode 80 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the importance goal setting with kids. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode80 This Episode's Topics: Why we set goals Including kids in the goals Goal Setting Template Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter Bo...

In This Episode: Welcome to Episode 79 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking with Kelli from Handwriting Solutions about why handwriting is so important. Shownotes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode79 This Episode's Topics: Is handwriting outdated? Is it too late for older kids to fix their writing? How can we support kids with their hand writing? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: www.h...

Did you miss Black Friday Deals Week? Good news! It's back for Cyber Monday for one last chance! Welcome to Episode 78 of Dyslexia Devoted and today I'm breaking down the reasons I choose not to be a professional advocate in my business. I'm almost halfway to my goal of $500 for the food bank! It would mean the world to me if you could donate to my favorite charity! Shownotes:   parnel...

Black Friday Deals Week has started! Check out the daily deals! Welcome to Episode 77 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about how AI both helps and hurts kids with dyslexia and other learning differences Shownotes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode77 This Episode's Topics: What is AI? How can it help kids? Why is AI making school more difficult for kids with dyslexia and learning diffe...

In This Episode: Contribute to my Second Harvest Food Bank virtual food drive! Welcome to Episode 76 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about how to motivate kids to write. Shownotes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode76 This Episode's Topics: Why writing is so challenging How to pick topics that motivate Pick your battles and don't expect perfection Resources Mentioned in this Episo...

I was being a role model and I didn't even know it.  Welcome to Episode 75 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about why it's important to be a good role model for kids.  Shownotes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode75 This Episode's Topics: Examples of Real Role Models Why it's important to be a role model Showing kids how to fail Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Get the...

In This Episode: This is a special interview episode with  Beth from The IEP Lab ! Welcome to Episode 74 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re interviewing an expert about the IEP process. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode74 This Episode's Topics: What all parents should know about the IEP process What to do if you are denied an IEP Ways to get support during the IEP process Resources...

I'm peeling back the curtain and telling you the story of how this all started. Welcome to Episode 73 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about why I teach the way I do now, and what made me change. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode73 This Episode's Topics: Educator's Guide to Dyslexia starts Oct. 30th! Why I changed the way I teach Resources Mentioned in this Episode...

I'm answering all your questions about my parent and educator courses! Welcome to Episode 72 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about what you'll find inside my courses and answering your questions. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode72 This Episode's Topics: Q&A about the Discovering Dyslexia Course Special Bonus Announcement Promo Code PODCAST23 good until Oct. 1...

Did you know October is Dyslexia Awareness Month? Let the dyslexia awareness month activities continue! Welcome to Episode 71 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the challenges to fight for success with dyslexia. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode71 This Episode's Topics: Free Masterclass: 3 Keys to Success with Dyslexia The good, the bad, and the ugly! Resources Mention...

Did you know October is Dyslexia Awareness Month? Welcome to Episode 70 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about spreading the word about dyslexia! Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode70 This Episode's Topics: Dyslexia Awareness Month Parent Coaching Spelling Booster Workshop, now on-demand! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter Book a Parent ...

In This Episode: Do you know a student who has an annual IEP or 504 plan meeting coming up? Welcome to Episode 69 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the annual IEP and 504 plan review process. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode69 This Episode's Topics: Focus on what is/isn't working with the current plan Who to share it with Identifying who is responsible for provid...

Do you know a student who has a formal assessment coming up? Welcome to Episode 68 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the importance of talking to kids about an upcoming formal assessment. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode68 This Episode's Topics: Tell the student it's happening and why Explain why it's not like a school test Explain how it will help longterm R...

In This Episode: Did you know a kid who has had a bumpy start to the school year? Welcome to Episode 67 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about some common speed bumps kids hit at the start of the school year. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode67 This Episode's Topics: Testings Expectations Finding Assignments Teacher Personality Clashes Resources Mentioned in this Episode:...

In This Episode: Did you know I used to specialize in high functioning autism? Welcome to Episode 66 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about autism and dyslexia combined. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode66 ⁠Follow on Spotify⁠ This Episode's Topics: How are dyslexia and autism related? Why is it harder to realize a child with autism has dyslexia? What additional challenges...

Did you know we have over 10,000 downloads of the podcast?! Let's celebrate with some success stories! Welcome to Episode 65 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about some of the many success stories of the Parnello Education summer program! Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode65 This Episode's Topics: Success Stories from the Parnello Education Summer Program Resources Ment...

In This Episode: Have you talked to your child's new teacher yet this year? Welcome to Episode 64 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the most important things to tell the new teacher. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode64 This Episode's Topics: Medications Allergies Accommodations Break Spaces Tools That Work Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Get the Dyslexia Devo...

In This Episode: Do you know why we still need to prioritize spelling skills? Welcome to Episode 63 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about why spelling is important and join me LIVE for the Spelling Booster Workshop on August 19, 2023 ! Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode63 This Episode's Topics: My latest LIVE workshop Why spellcheck isn't always the answer How to prepa...

In This Episode: Are you ready for the school year to begin? I am!! Welcome to Episode 62 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about going back to school! Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode62 This Episode's Topics: Inform ALL teachers about learning differences Start getting them back into school schedules for sleep Start getting good morning and afternoon routines in place, ma...

Do you know a child whose sibling has a learning difference? Welcome to Episode 60 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about siblings of kids with dyslexia. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode61 This Episode's Topics: Why dyslexia in families matter Helping siblings with their struggling family member Siblings with the same or similar struggles ⁠Follow on Spotify⁠ Resources Men...

What are your thoughts on big summer homework assignments? Welcome to Episode 60 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the big downside of summer homework for kids with dyslexia. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode60 This Episode's Topics: The unexpected downside of summer homework Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter Connect with Lisa Pa...

Students with dyslexia can learn other languages and there are some strategies that can help make the process more smooth. Welcome to Episode 59 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the ways we can bridge the students reading skills between languages. Show notes:   parnelloeducation.com/episode59 This Episode's Topics: Why is it important to be fluent in your first language before...

Do you ever wonder what role attitude plays in a child's ability to succeed? Welcome to Episode 58 of Dyslexia Devoted where attitude is everything! Are you interested in the Speechify app? Use this promo code to get 30% off Code: SPEECHIFYPARTNER30 Download the summer reading list here: parnelloeducation.com/summerreading Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode58 This Episode's Topics: Why are...