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Dyslexia Devoted

Dyslexia Devoted

By Lisa Parnello, Dyslexia Therapist

Do you want to learn more about dyslexia and how to help students who struggle with reading? Dyslexia Devoted is dedicated to all things related to dyslexia and is designed for both parents and educators to learn more about dyslexia. In each episode, Lisa Parnello will cover topics including instructional strategies, common challenges for people with dyslexia, and interviews with special guests.
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Ep. 51 Student Success Stories Part 2

Dyslexia DevotedMay 21, 2023

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Ep. 68 Preparing Kids for Formal Assessments

Ep. 68 Preparing Kids for Formal Assessments

Sep 18, 202310:29
Ep. 67 Back-to-School Speed Bumps

Ep. 67 Back-to-School Speed Bumps

Sep 12, 202316:21
Ep. 66 Dyslexia and Autism

Ep. 66 Dyslexia and Autism

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

This Episode's Topics:

  1. How are dyslexia and autism related?
  2. Why is it harder to realize a child with autism has dyslexia?
  3. What additional challenges come from having these two learning differences simultaneously?

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Sep 03, 202317:32
Ep. 65 Summer Program Success Stories

Ep. 65 Summer Program Success Stories

Aug 28, 202312:29
Ep. 64 Things You Need to Tell the New Teacher

Ep. 64 Things You Need to Tell the New Teacher

Aug 21, 202307:24
Ep. 63 The Importance of Spelling Skills

Ep. 63 The Importance of Spelling Skills

Aug 13, 202311:37
Ep. 62 Back to School

Ep. 62 Back to School

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:

  1. Inform ALL teachers about learning differences
  2. Start getting them back into school schedules for sleep
  3. Start getting good morning and afternoon routines in place, making checklists if necessary

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Aug 08, 202311:52
Ep. 61 Dyslexia and Siblings

Ep. 61 Dyslexia and Siblings

Jul 30, 202313:55
Ep. 60 Downside of Summer Homework

Ep. 60 Downside of Summer Homework

Jul 24, 202309:14
Ep. 59 Crossing Between Languages

Ep. 59 Crossing Between Languages

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:

  1. Why is it important to be fluent in your first language before learning another?
  2. Connecting the sounds and strategies between languages
  3. Connecting the roots of meaning between languages

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Jul 18, 202312:42
Ep. 58 Attitude is Everything!

Ep. 58 Attitude is Everything!

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 there so many founders and CEOs with Dyslexia and/or ADHD?
How does attitude make a difference in the amount of progress a child makes?
How do we teach kids that sometimes failure is expected and a totally normal step on the way to progress and success?

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Summer Reading Book List
Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter

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Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
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Jul 09, 202312:04
Ep. 57 Summer Reading for Elementary Grades

Ep. 57 Summer Reading for Elementary Grades

Jul 04, 202310:55
Ep. 56 Summer Reading Books for Middle Grades

Ep. 56 Summer Reading Books for Middle Grades

Do you want to know some fun books for kids in 5th-8th grade to read this summer?

Welcome to Episode 56 of Dyslexia Devoted where I'll be giving you a list of great books for kids to enjoy reading this summer.

Download the summer reading list here: parnelloeducation.com/summerreading


Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode56


This Episode's Topics:

  1. What books are fun and enjoyable for kids to read this summer?
  2. Podcasts for Middle School Kids

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Jun 27, 202310:02
Ep. 55 Preventing the Summer Slide

Ep. 55 Preventing the Summer Slide

Do you what the summer slide is? Do you know how to prevent it?

Welcome to Episode 55 of Dyslexia Devoted where I'll be giving you a list of great ideas to keep kids from forgetting what they have learned this year.

Are you interested in the Speechify app? Use this promo code to get 30% off

Code: SPEECHIFYPARTNER30

Download the fun summer learning list from Episode 53 at parnelloeducation.com/summerfun

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode55


This Episode's Topics:

  1. What is the summer slide?
  2. Learning activities to prevent summer slide

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Jun 19, 202307:59
Ep. 54 Importance of Morphology

Ep. 54 Importance of Morphology

Jun 12, 202312:38
Ep. 53 Fun Summer Learning

Ep. 53 Fun Summer Learning

Jun 04, 202312:51
Ep. 52 - 1 Year Reflection - Why Teachers Are Leaving Schools

Ep. 52 - 1 Year Reflection - Why Teachers Are Leaving Schools

May 28, 202320:31
Ep. 51 Student Success Stories Part 2

Ep. 51 Student Success Stories Part 2

Do you want to hear real dyslexia and learning difference success stories?

Welcome to Episode 51 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re celebrating the small wins! If you listened to Episode 25, then you heard some long-term wins of clients I’ve had for years.

Today I’m sharing some wins that have been achieved by my clients this year. Sometimes when you’re in the middle of it all, it’s hard to see how far you’ve come when you haven’t quite reached the finish line.

It was great chatting with some of you at the Q&A session this past Friday. If you missed it, I’ll be posting the recording on my Facebook page this week.

As next week is the 52nd episode, that means it’s been a full year since I started Dyslexia Devoted and our weekly episodes. I want to hear from you about what you’d like to hear in the next year of episodes.

Please visit Parnelloeducation.com/survey to complete the listener survey. As a special thank you, the first 10 people who complete the survey by Sunday, May 28th will be offered a $5 digital gift card of their choice.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode51

This Episode's Topics:

  1. Listener Survey
  2. Student Success Stories

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May 21, 202316:55
Ep. 50 Celebration

Ep. 50 Celebration

EPISODE 50 CELEBRATION!

How many episodes of Dyslexia Devoted have you listened to?

Welcome to Episode 50 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re celebrating 50 straight weeks of new episodes. 

Today we’re going to recap some of the top episodes from the podcast. I’m also going to share some special surprises only available for this week. 

This is one week where you’re really going to want to take a peek at the show notes page so you can easily access the things I’m sharing with you. 

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode50

I also have one little favor to ask… I would love it if you could join this celebration of 50 episodes by taking a screenshot and tagging me @parnelloeducation on Facebook or Instagram.


Topics Discussed:

  1. 50th Episode Bonus - 50% Course Discount
  2. FREE Live Q&A Session
  3. Top 5 Episode Countdown

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May 14, 202308:34
Ep. 49 EnCHANTed Teaching

Ep. 49 EnCHANTed Teaching

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What tricks do you have for learning troublesome words?

Welcome to Episode 49 of Dyslexia Devoted features special guest Christine Blance talking about her use of chants for teaching challenging words.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode49

This Episode's Topics:

  1. Children with dyslexia need to be taught in different ways
  2. Spelling chants can help with troublesome spelling words

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

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May 07, 202334:44
Ep. 38 When a Student Doesn't Make Progress

Ep. 38 When a Student Doesn't Make Progress

What do you do when a student isn’t doing as well as you’d expected or hoped?

Welcome to Episode 48 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the different reasons a student may continue to struggle

This episode is inspired by a question from Suheil over in the Devoted Facebook group.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode48

 wanted to let you know that the pre-sale pricing of my latest course The Educators Guide to Dyslexia is 50% off until Sunday, May 7th, 2023. Then the price goes up. 

In this course, I’ll be helping educators learn how to help students with dyslexia be successful as we dive into how students with dyslexia learn to read, how to make accommodations work in the real world, and how to set goals that help them succeed. 

To learn more about this new course, go to parnelloeducation.com/courses or you will also find the link in the show description where you’re listening to this episode

This Episode's Topics:

  1. How the type of instruction can hinder progress
  2. How instruction is being implemented
  3. Special circumstances that naturally slow progress
  4. Your options to make changes

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May 01, 202320:35
Ep. 47 Why Do We Teach Nonsense?

Ep. 47 Why Do We Teach Nonsense?

Apr 23, 202308:19
Ep. 46 How Speech Affects Reading and Spelling

Ep. 46 How Speech Affects Reading and Spelling

Apr 16, 202310:54
Ep. 45 Getting Ready for Summer

Ep. 45 Getting Ready for Summer

Are you ready for summer? I know I sure am!

Welcome to Episode 45 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about getting ready for summer break!

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode45

This is going to be a shortie episode because it’s Easter when I’m recording this and only this weekend did I finally stop having covid, so my energy is still pretty low. 

But don’t worry you actually get extra time with me this week because I was interviewed by two different people who have podcasts and both are ready for you right now. 

The first one that I recorded 2 weeks ago before I got sick and it will be live within hours of when I post today’s episode. You can hear my interview with Ashley DiMercurio on The Reading Project podcast, and I’ll link that in the show notes. 

The second was a live video stream for the Hot Topics! podcast that isn’t live on the podcast apps yet, but you can already find the recording of our live conversation over on the Parnello Education Facebook page or in the Dyslexia Devoted Facebook group.

This Episode's Topics:

  1. Make a plan for summer
  2. Find out what they need to practice most
  3. Find a tutor

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

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Apr 10, 202306:17
Ep. 44 Should a Child Be Held Back a Grade?

Ep. 44 Should a Child Be Held Back a Grade?

Apr 02, 202314:01
Ep. 43 Thinking in Pictures

Ep. 43 Thinking in Pictures

Mar 27, 202310:55
Ep. 42 Helping Kids Tell Their Friends About Dyslexia

Ep. 42 Helping Kids Tell Their Friends About Dyslexia

Have you ever wondered how to help a child tell their friends about dyslexia?

Welcome to Episode 42 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about how to help a child tell their friends about their dyslexia.

This week’s podcast is answering a question from Peggy. She wanted to know how to help her daughter talk to her friends about the struggles of dyslexia and how to overcome the feeling of shame or embarrassment when needing to ask the teacher for extra help on tasks that require reading. 

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode42

This Episode's Topics:

  1. Telling Friends
  2. Understanding Dyslexia and Success Stories
  3. Using Logic to Overcome Emotion

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Mar 20, 202313:42
Ep. 41 Preparing for Standardized Tests

Ep. 41 Preparing for Standardized Tests

Do you realize how hard it is for kids with dyslexia and other learning differences to take standardized tests?

Welcome to Episode 41 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about how to prepare for standardized tests for kids with learning differences

I also wanted to share another documentary I found, which apparently I’m on an educational documentary kick.

This one is all about ADHD and I especially like that they show the difference between ADHD in boys vs. girls and at various ages

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode41

This Episode's Topics:
  1. Types of Testing
  2. Determining Your Testing Plan
  3. Essay Prompts
Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Connect with Lisa Parnello:
Mar 13, 202315:20
Ep. 40 The IEP Process

Ep. 40 The IEP Process

Mar 05, 202313:46
Ep. 39 Helping Kids Develop Grit

Ep. 39 Helping Kids Develop Grit

Feb 27, 202315:42
Ep. 38 TV and Movie Characters with Dyslexia

Ep. 38 TV and Movie Characters with Dyslexia

Can you think of a character in a book or TV show that has dyslexia?

Welcome to Episode 38 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the importance of characters with dyslexia.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode38

This Episode's Topics:
  1. Why is it important to have characters with dyslexia?
  2. TV and Movie Characters with Dyslexia
  3. Will Trent - new TV show featuring a dyslexic as the lead character
Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Connect with Lisa Parnello:
Feb 18, 202310:57
Ep. 37 The Stigma of Dyslexia

Ep. 37 The Stigma of Dyslexia

Feb 12, 202316:52
Ep. 36 My Child Has Dyslexia, Now What?

Ep. 36 My Child Has Dyslexia, Now What?

  1. Access a FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles
  2. Register for the first Discovering Dyslexia online course!

It's the only course of its kind that walks parents through the entire process from the very first diagnosis report to the IEP process, the accommodations, and finding the right instruction for your child.

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Feb 04, 202307:05
Ep. 35 FREE Masterclass Parents' Guide to Dyslexia

Ep. 35 FREE Masterclass Parents' Guide to Dyslexia

Jan 29, 202304:23
Ep. 34 What are the Signs of Dyslexia?

Ep. 34 What are the Signs of Dyslexia?

Last week we talked about how some kids with dyslexia aren’t always identified at school because they don’t qualify for special education services.

Have you ever wondered what the signs of dyslexia are?

Welcome to Episode 34 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the signs of dyslexia at different ages.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode34

FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles

parnelloeducation.com/masterclass

This Episode's Topics:
  1. Signs of Dyslexia in Preschool and Kindergarten
  2. Signs of Dyslexia in Early Elementary
  3. Signs of Dyslexia in Upper Elementary and Middle School
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Jan 23, 202314:22
Ep. 33 What is an SLD in Reading?

Ep. 33 What is an SLD in Reading?

Jan 16, 202313:08
Ep. 32 IEP Terms You Need to Know

Ep. 32 IEP Terms You Need to Know

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 and listen to them and download the cheatsheet at parnelloeducation.com/iepterms 

This episode is part of a month of learning I have in store for you. Be sure to tune in next week too, when you’ll find out about my upcoming free webinars.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode32

This Episode's Topics:
  1. Types of IEP Meetings
  2. Essential IEP Terms You Need to Know
  3. Various Learning Difference Terms
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Jan 08, 202318:55
Ep. 31 Goal Setting for Kids

Ep. 31 Goal Setting for Kids

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 they can really achieve!

Welcome to Episode 31 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re focusing on goal setting!

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode31

This Episode's ADHD Topics:
  1. Why do we set goals?
  2. The importance of letting kids see you set goals
  3. Helping Kids Set Goals
Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Connect with Lisa Parnello:
Jan 01, 202312:38
Ep. 30 Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course

Ep. 30 Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course

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
Discovering Dyslexia Online Course
Join the Email List
Dec 25, 202202:09
Ep. 29 How to Help Dyslexic Kids Deal with Mistakes & Failure

Ep. 29 How to Help Dyslexic Kids Deal with Mistakes & Failure

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 received a dyslexia diagnosis for their child.

It’s called Discovering Dyslexia: A Parents Roadmap to Navigating the First Year

It’s all about understanding the assessments, the basics of IEP meetings, programs that work for kids with dyslexia, and various educational options you have to help your child.

And I have a special opportunity for 10 of you.

In exchange for giving me some feedback on some of the items I plan to put in the course, you get a special 50% discount. For only $99 you get a $197 course when I’m done putting the finishing touches on it.

I’ll be sending a couple of “this or that” kind of questions, that will take you 5 mins or less to answer.

In return, you’ll get a big discount on the course and access to all the content and bonus material when it goes live on February 12th.

There are only 10 spots available for this opportunity and it closes on Saturday, December 24th, 2022.

Find the link on the description where you’re listening to this episode or go to the courses tab on the ParnelloEducation.com website to learn more.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode28

This Episode's Topics:
  1. Helping students practice making mistakes and losing with games
  2. Reinforce the positive before making small adjustments, and avoid calling them mistakes and errors.
  3. Teach and reinforce the ability to ask for help and self-advocacy skills
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Dec 19, 202220:20
Ep. 28 *Special Offer* What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Dyslexia

Ep. 28 *Special Offer* What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Dyslexia

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, including my own. I have a special announcement to make!

I’m getting ready to launch a brand-new course to help families that have recently received a dyslexia diagnosis for their child.

It’s called Discovering Dyslexia: A Parents Roadmap to Navigating the First Year

It’s all about understanding the assessments, the basics of IEP meetings, programs that work for kids with dyslexia, and various educational options you have to help your child.

And I have a special opportunity for 10 of you.

In exchange for giving me some feedback on some of the items I plan to put in the course, you get a special 50% discount. For only $99 you get a $197 course when I’m done putting the finishing touches on it.

There are only 10 spots available for this opportunity and it closes on Saturday, December 17th, 2022.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode28

This Episode's Topics:
  1. A Special offer on my *NEW* course Discovering Dyslexia: A Parent's Roadmap to Navigating the First Year
  2. Hear what parents and educators wish they knew sooner about dyslexia.
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Dec 11, 202211:30
Ep. 27 What to Do with Kids During Long School Breaks

Ep. 27 What to Do with Kids During Long School Breaks

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 be a must needed reset.

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode27

This Episode's Topics:
  1. What kind of school break does the child need?
  2. Learning Activities to Do at Home
  3. Fun Ways to Learn at Home During School Breaks
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Dec 04, 202212:50
Bonus: Giving Tuesday Episode

Bonus: Giving Tuesday Episode

Nov 29, 202202:18
Ep. 26 When to Get a Formal Dyslexia Evaluation

Ep. 26 When to Get a Formal Dyslexia Evaluation

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.

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Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode26

This Episode's Topics:
  1. The Kinds of Dyslexia Assessments
  2. When to get the First Formal Dyslexia Evaluation
  3. When to Get Reevaluated
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Nov 27, 202211:46
Ep. 25 Dyslexia Success Stories

Ep. 25 Dyslexia Success Stories

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:
  1. From Struggling Reader to AP Classes
  2. Multiple Learning Disabilities and STILL Hitting Big Goals!
  3. Struggling Reader to Avid Reader!
  4. Discovering to Communicate and Use Accommodations
Connect with Lisa Parnello: Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 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% discount, just for my Dyslexia Devoted listeners. This course is only open to new participants from now until Thanksgiving 2022. Then I’m closing it down and preparing for my new course opening later this winter, so sign up today while it’s still available using the link in the episode description and the promo code; PODCAST for 20% off.

Nov 20, 202214:06
Ep. 24 IDA Conference 2022 Recap

Ep. 24 IDA Conference 2022 Recap

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% discount, just for my Dyslexia Devoted listeners. This course is only open to new participants from now until Thanksgiving 2022. Then I’m closing it down and preparing for my new course opening later this winter, so sign up today while it’s still available using the link in the episode description and the promo code; PODCAST for 20% off.

In This Episode:

Have you ever wondered what happens at a dyslexia conference?

Welcome to Episode 23 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re going to be recapping the 2022 International Dyslexia Association Conference!

Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode24

This Episode's IDA Conference Topics:
  1. IDA Conference Recap
  2. Lifetime Achievement Award
  3. Dyslexia Simulation
Connect with Lisa Parnello: Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Nov 16, 202215:36
Ep. 23 Dyslexia and ADHD Part 2

Ep. 23 Dyslexia and ADHD Part 2

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 medications and med changes, and how ADHD affects girls differently.

Show notes: www.parnelloeducation.com/episode23

This Episode's ADHD Topics:
  1. Talking to kids about their ADHD
  2. Talking with doctors and collaborating as a team to help a child with ADHD
  3. How ADHD can look different in girls
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Nov 07, 202214:09
Ep. 22 Dyslexia and Languages

Ep. 22 Dyslexia and Languages

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:
  1. What is a language-based learning difference
  2. Dyslexia in Other Languages
  3. Second Language Learning at School
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Oct 31, 202214:46
Ep. 21 The Importance of Dyslexia Self Advocacy

Ep. 21 The Importance of Dyslexia Self Advocacy

Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 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% discount, just for my Dyslexia Devoted listeners. This course is only open to new participants from now until Thanksgiving 2022. Then I’m closing it down and preparing for my new course opening later this winter, so sign up today while it’s still available using the link in the episode description and the promo code; PODCAST for 20% off.

In This Episode:

Have you ever talked to a child with dyslexia about self-advocacy?

Welcome to Episode 21 and today we’re focusing on why teaching children with dyslexia how to self-advocate is so essential.

Strategies That DON'T Help with Dyslexia:
  1. Why do kids with dyslexia need to self-advocate?
  2. What does it look like?
  3. How to get started
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
Oct 24, 202211:41
Ep. 20 Strategies that DON'T Work for Dyslexia

Ep. 20 Strategies that DON'T Work for Dyslexia

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 fantastic parents I work with shared with me This American Life Podcast Episode 773: The Longest Distance Between Two Points. The first 7 minutes of the episode sound pretty much like every day in my office as I teach children how to read. Those first few months can be pretty bumpy as a child is learning to read, and many don’t realize just how much work goes into it.

Strategies That DON'T Help with Dyslexia:
  1. Vision Therapy
  2. Special Fonts
  3. Balanced Literacy and Leveled Readers
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Oct 16, 202213:49