Dyslexia Journey: Support Your Kid

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Dyslexia Journey: Support Your Kid

Dyslexia Journey is a podcast with conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!

  1. Are 21% of Americans Illiterate and how does it relate to Dyslexia?

    3 DAYS AGO

    Are 21% of Americans Illiterate and how does it relate to Dyslexia?

    Send us a textA discussion of literacy rates has trended recently on social media. The statistic most commonly seen is 21% illiteracy in the United states. Is it true that 21% of Americans can’t read, and how does it relate to dyslexia?Dyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understandin...

    8 min
  2. How the System is Stacked Against Dyslexic Kids

    DEC 11

    How the System is Stacked Against Dyslexic Kids

    Send us a textToday's discussion is a response to "How the Ivy League Broke America" by David Brooks in the Dec 2024 issue of The Atlantic (published online November 14, 2024): https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2024/12/meritocracy-college-admissions-social-economic-segregation/680392/ (NB: Paywall)Don't wake the baby!Unwind to a wholesome mix of parenting stories, quirky humour, and cosy craftingListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyDyslexia Journey has conversations and explorat...

    31 min
  3. Tips and Tricks from a Dyslexia Specialist! ft. Catherine Scholl, Dyslexia Educator and Advocate

    DEC 4

    Tips and Tricks from a Dyslexia Specialist! ft. Catherine Scholl, Dyslexia Educator and Advocate

    Send us a textAre you wondering how to get the best education for your dyslexic child? Hear the inside scoop directly from a special education and dyslexia specialist.Catherine Scholl brings a personal and professional perspective to educational advocacy, with extensive experience in Special Education, IEP, and 504 processes. She has worn many hats as a parent, special education teacher, and advocate, offering a well-rounded approach to helping families. Catherine holds a Bachelor's in Psycho...

    42 min
  4. How Dyslexia Affects Speaking! (Episode 4 Rebroadcast)

    NOV 27

    How Dyslexia Affects Speaking! (Episode 4 Rebroadcast)

    Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss ways that dyslexia can affect speaking, as well as accommodations that can help.Dyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!...

    15 min
  5. More Dyslexia Legal Rights! ft. Attorney Laura Heneghan (Part 2)

    NOV 20

    More Dyslexia Legal Rights! ft. Attorney Laura Heneghan (Part 2)

    Send us a textAre you confused about the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP. Have you heard the term, "Free and Appropriate Public Education" and want to know what it means? Do you want to know your legal rights when interacting with your kid's school? Listen to part 2 of this interview with special education attorney Laura Heneghan to learn about all that and more!You can find part 1 here: https://dyslexiajourney.buzzsprout.com/2077817/episodes/16095504-dyslexia-legal-rights-ft-attorne...

    32 min
  6. Dyslexia Legal Rights! ft. Attorney Laura Heneghan (Part 1)

    NOV 13

    Dyslexia Legal Rights! ft. Attorney Laura Heneghan (Part 1)

    Send us a textAre you confused about the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP. Have you heard the term, "Free and Appropriate Public Education" and want to know what it means? Do you want to know your legal rights when interacting with your kid's school? Listen to part 1 of this interview with special education attorney Laura Heneghan to learn about all that and more!Attorney Laura Heneghan proudly practices solely in the area of special education,representing children and adolescents wit...

    35 min
  7. Your Top Dyslexia Questions Answered!

    NOV 6

    Your Top Dyslexia Questions Answered!

    Send us a textIn this episode, we respond to some recent viewer/listener questions.The previous episodes we mentioned are:Managing Dyslexia With Mind Mapping ft. Darius Namdaran, Educator, Advocate, and Entrepreneur: https://youtu.be/df5eVtP12YMThe Flash Method for Mastering Dyslexia ft. Educator Kim Parra: https://youtu.be/_ck4k_rWFgsHow To Support Neurodiversity in the Workplace ft. Ed Thompson, author of “A Hidden Force”: https://youtu.be/a3Dn5SG2jJEEducating the World About Dyslexia ft. Y...

    20 min
  8. The Benefits and Drawbacks of a Dyslexia Diagnosis (Episode 19 Rebroadcast)

    OCT 29

    The Benefits and Drawbacks of a Dyslexia Diagnosis (Episode 19 Rebroadcast)

    Send us a textDyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out ...

    12 min
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Dyslexia Journey is a podcast with conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!

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