Dyslexia Journey | Real Stories & Strategies for Thriving with Dyslexia

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we address your questions! The book we mention is Demystifying Disability:  What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally https://bookshop.org/p/books/demystifying-disability-what-to-know-what-to-say-and-how-to-be-an-ally-emily-ladau/15364182 We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 1 of our interview with Lois Letchford, we delve into her journey parenting her dyslexic son Nicholas who was told that he was "the worst student ... ever seen" by one of his early teachers, but  who went on to earn a Ph. D from Oxford. Here is a short bio of Lois: Lois Letchford’s dyslexia came to light when she faced teaching her son, Nicholas. Examining her re...

Send us Fan Mail Caren Hunter is a mother of several dyslexic kids who went back to school to study education and social work. Learn about her experiences and journey with us in this episode! Watch a video she created for one of her classes, "I'm Keira, and I have Dyslexia": https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W4tRXFhnOA29lc7bhd23U_9xAtrCAYUN/view?usp=sharing Congressional School - Exp...

Send us Fan Mail Dyslexia is a brain difference that primarily affects reading and writing. However, dyslexia affects many areas of life that you might not expect! Watch this video to learn about eight ways dyslexia can affect your whole life. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel...

Send us Fan Mail We discuss some of the reasons that your dyslexic child might be more likely to be in a bad mood after school and how to handle it. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings pra...

Send us Fan Mail How many times has your child been told something like, “Just try this test without the extra time first and see how you do?” That's not okay! So how do we help our dyslexic kids hold the line? We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles w...

Send us Fan Mail In this edition of our occasional recent research review, we focus on scientific evidence for dyslexic strengths. The articles we reference are: Lukic, S., Jiang, F., Mandelli, M. L., Qi, T., Inkelis, S. M., Rosenthal, E., Miller, Z., Wellman, E., Bunge, S. A., Gorno‑Tempini, M. L., & Pereira, C. W. (2025). A semantic strength and neural correlates in developmental dyslexia. F...

Send us Fan Mail If you have a child with dyslexia, or if you’re starting to investigate this possibility, you’ve probably come across the term “accommodations.” In this video, we demystify this term and go through the various accommodations that you and your child might want to consider. Explanation of accommodations from the International Dyslexia Association of https://dyslexiaida.org/accommoda...

Send us Fan Mail Dyslexia is a brain difference that primarily affects reading and writing. However, dyslexia affects many areas of life that you might not expect! Listen to this episode to learn about eight ways dyslexia can affect your whole life. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it ca...

Send us Fan Mail This episode was first published on Sep 9, 2023.  In Part 1 of our interview with Dr. Silverman, we explore how giftedness and dyslexia interact, and dig into the details of what psychologists are looking for when you bring your child in for a dyslexia assessment. Linda Kreger Silverman, Ph. D., is a licensed clinical and counseling psychologist. She directs the Institute for the...

Send us Fan Mail As a followup to our previous episode about when to consider homeschooling (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077817/episodes/15731825), this episode covers making the decision to pull your kid out of school, and some factors to consider when you make that leap. This interview with a special-education attorney is invaluable to understanding your rights if you keep your child in school:...

Send us Fan Mail I don’t want to bury the lede, so here’s the link to the new ROAR@Home online literacy test that your child can take for free! https://roar.stanford.edu/homesignup/ The full interview is well worth a listen as well. Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Education and Department of Psychology at Stanford University and the Division of Developmental a...

Send us Fan Mail It's tempting to encourage our dyslexic kids to keep working on their literacy skills over the summer, but they often need the break! In this video, we break down (pun intended) the reasons why they need breaks, the scientific evidence that breaks are ok, and give you some tips for a great summer. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this j...

Send us Fan Mail I was excited to host Colorado State Senator Chris Kolker this week to discuss his universal dyslexia screening bill, education funding, and a few other topics! You can find Senator Kolker online at https://leg.colorado.gov/legislators/chris-kolker The dyslexia screening bill is https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-200.  As of this posting, the bill hasn't passed yet, so call...

Send us Fan Mail We all have goals for our dyslexic kids, but they often seem overwhelming and out of reach. In this episode we provide specific, practical tips for organizing the goals into smaller chunks and making daily progress. Here is our first episode on the topic of long-term goals: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2077817/episodes/16849774 Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed indepe...

Send us Fan Mail With all the changes in the US recently, it’s hard to keep track of all the implications. In this episode we dig into the changes at the Department of Education, executive orders, lawsuits, and more in order to understand how these changes could directly affect your kids! Attorney Laura Heneghan proudly practices solely in the area of special education, representing children and a...

Send us Fan Mail Sasha Saidman is a cherished voice in children's literature, weaving tales of wonder and wisdom from her home in the vibrant heart of the Washington, D.C., area. Alongside her devoted husband and their two delightful children, Sasha crafts stories that celebrate the diverse tapestry of families, drawing from her own unique journey through life. Despite facing the challenges o...

Send us Fan Mail While it's tempting to focus your child on academics, arts and sports opportunities are important for all kids, but especially those who are dyslexic.  We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping....

Send us Fan Mail As parents and caregivers of dyslexic kids, it’s important to try to set bigger-picture and longer-term goals to make progress in moving towards better skills, as well as more independence and self-advocacy. Otherwise, it’s easy to get lost in the busyness of everyday life. However, it can sometimes feel like something pressing is cropping up to deal with in the moment–on a weekly...

Send us Fan Mail You can find Krista online at https://www.kristaweltner.com/ Check out her fantastic animated short, "Partially Compensated" at https://youtu.be/4Dk1KAy16Fs?si=R1J8mDeYVBQM3tVm ! Find her children's books here: https://amzn.to/3ZfGFjt Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia We're Sonja and Nick — parents of...

Send us Fan Mail Is your dyslexic kid avoiding school? Find out why, and what to do about it! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists...

Send us Fan Mail Amy Miller, founder and director of the May Center for Learning in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has dedicated her career to helping dyslexic children. In this interview we dig into the May Center for learning, as well as how Amy is helping educate the educators in New Mexico and beyond! You can find the May Center at https://www.maycenter.org/ Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An c...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Emily Levy employs an innovative approach to tutoring dyslexic kids, in person or remote. You can find out more at https://eblcoaching.com/. Congressional School - Explorers Wanted An co-ed independent school in Falls Church, Virginia We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the current legal challenge to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which could have profound affects on your dyslexic or disabled child! For more detail about Section 504 and your children's rights, see our interview with attorney Laura Heneghan: Part 1: https://youtu.be/rw-cnFPhKdo Part 2: https://youtu.be/PK0iEPyBmZ4 Here are the artic...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in this episode as we go through our recent listener questions and comments! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psych...