
Dyslexia Devoted
By Lisa Parnello, Dyslexia Therapist

Dyslexia DevotedMay 21, 2023

Ep. 70 Dyslexia Awareness Month 2023
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 or Educator Coaching Session
- Spelling Booster Workshop
- Parnello Education Courses
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 69 Preparing for IEP and 504 Plan Annual Reviews
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 providing the support
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
- Book a Parent and Educator Coaching Session
- Episode 40 - The IEP Process
- Episode 32 - IEP Terms
- Download IEP Terms Cheat Sheet
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 68 Preparing Kids for Formal Assessments
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
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 67 Back-to-School Speed Bumps
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:
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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:
- How are dyslexia and autism related?
- Why is it harder to realize a child with autism has dyslexia?
- What additional challenges come from having these two learning differences simultaneously?
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 65 Summer Program Success Stories
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 Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 64 Things You Need to Tell the New Teacher
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:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 63 The Importance of Spelling Skills
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 prepare kids for the future by improving their spelling and self-advocacy skills
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:
- Inform ALL teachers about learning differences
- Start getting them back into school schedules for sleep
- Start getting good morning and afternoon routines in place, making checklists if necessary
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 61 Dyslexia and Siblings
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
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 60 Downside of Summer Homework
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:
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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:
- Why is it important to be fluent in your first language before learning another?
- Connecting the sounds and strategies between languages
- Connecting the roots of meaning between languages
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Dr. Elsa Cardenas Hagan
- Literacy Foundations for English Learners
- My Languages - Learn the sounds of different alphabets, etc.
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
- LeDerick Horne
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 58 Attitude is Everything!
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
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
Follow on Spotify

Ep. 57 Summer Reading for Elementary Grades
In This Episode:
Do you want to know some fun books for kids in the elementary grades to read this summer?
Welcome to Episode 57 of Dyslexia Devoted where I'll be giving you a list of great books for kids to enjoy reading this summer.
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/episode57
This Episode's Topics:
- What books are fun and enjoyable for kids to read this summer?
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:
- What books are fun and enjoyable for kids to read this summer?
- Podcasts for Middle School Kids
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Summer Reading Book List
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
- Podcasts for Kids:
- Brains On https://www.brainson.org/ (science and technology)
- Book Club for Kids https://www.bookclubforkids.org/ (middle and high school kids review their favorite books)
- Kid Nuz https://www.kidnuz.org/ (non-partison news)
- Smash Boom Best https://www.smashboom.org/ (comparing two things, defending opinions)
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:
- What is the summer slide?
- Learning activities to prevent summer slide
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Summer Learning Activities List
- Speechify
- Simplex Spelling
- Math Aids
- Quick Math - Math Facts App
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 54 Importance of Morphology
Do you know what the term morphology is or why it's important for students with dyslexia?
Welcome to Episode 54 of Dyslexia Devoted where I'll be teaching all about morphology!
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode54
This Episode's Topics:
- What is morphology?
- How does it help with vocabulary and spelling?
- Morphology Resources
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Morpheme Magic
- Morphemes for Little Ones
- Podcast Listener Survey
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 53 Fun Summer Learning
Do you want to know some fun ways to keep kids entertained this summer?!
Welcome to Episode 53 of Dyslexia Devoted where I'll be giving you a list of great ideas!
Download it at parnelloeducation.com/summerfun
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode53
This Episode's Topics:
- Fun ways to learn this summer!
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 52 - 1 Year Reflection - Why Teachers Are Leaving Schools
In This Episode:
Do you want to hear why I left my last school and why so many teachers are quitting right now?
Welcome to Episode 52 of Dyslexia Devoted and today I'm sharing why I stopped working at a school and took my business full time last year! I'll also share my favorite parts of owning my own business!
Please visit Parnelloeducation.com/survey to complete the listener survey.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode52
This Episode's Topics:
- Why I left my school
- Reasons I'm a million times happier now!
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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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:
- Listener Survey
- Student Success Stories
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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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:
- 50th Episode Bonus - 50% Course Discount
- FREE Live Q&A Session
- Top 5 Episode Countdown
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- 50% off all my online courses until May 21, 2020 with promo code: EPISODE50
- Register for LIVE Q&A Session on Friday, May 19 @ 10:00 am PT
- Episode 5 - Multisensory Instruction
- Episode 34 - Signs of Dyslexia
- Episode 40 - IEP Meetings
- Episode 28 - What I wish I knew sooner
- Episode 6 - How Long Does It Take?

Ep. 49 EnCHANTed Teaching
Leave me a voice note: https://www.parnelloeducation.com/speak/
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:
- Children with dyslexia need to be taught in different ways
- Spelling chants can help with troublesome spelling words
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- https://www.parnelloeducation.com/speak/
- https://helpfordyslexia.co.uk/
- Educators Guide to Dyslexia
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
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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:
- How the type of instruction can hinder progress
- How instruction is being implemented
- Special circumstances that naturally slow progress
- Your options to make changes
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 47 Why Do We Teach Nonsense?
In This Episode:
Did you know we often teach kids with dyslexia nonsense words?
Welcome to Episode 47 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about why we teach kids with dyslexia using nonsense words.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode47
This Episode's Topics:
- What are nonsense words?
- Why do we use them?
- How long do we teach using nonsense words?
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
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Ep. 46 How Speech Affects Reading and Spelling
Did you know speech affects reading and writing?
Welcome to Episode 46 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the relationship between speech and reading and spelling.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode46
This Episode's Topics:
- The Role of Speech Teachers
- How Speech Affects Reading
- How Speech Affects Spelling
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Tutor Success Summit
- Why Do People Say “AX” Instead of “ASK”? | Decoded | MTV
- NYT Article - Kids Can't Read
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:
- Make a plan for summer
- Find out what they need to practice most
- Find a tutor
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Listen to Interview on The Reading Project podcast
- Watch Hot Topics Live Interview Recording
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 44 Should a Child Be Held Back a Grade?
Have you seen a child struggling with school this year and wondered if it would be better to hold them back and repeat a grade instead of moving on?
Welcome to Episode 44 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about factors to consider when possibly retaining a child, which is the proper term for holding them back.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode44
This Episode's Topics:
- Why Holding the Back Often Doesn't help
- Situations When it Can Work
- Questions to ask when deciding to hold a child back or not
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

Ep. 43 Thinking in Pictures
Do you think in pictures or words? I definitely think in words, sometimes a little too many of them…
Welcome to Episode 43 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about how some people with dyslexia think in pictures.
This week’s podcast is brought to you by Little C. Little C is a 4th-grade student of mine and she picked this week’s topic for you!
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode43
This Episode's Topics:
- Thinking in Pictures
- Understanding more than they can explain in words
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:
- Telling Friends
- Understanding Dyslexia and Success Stories
- Using Logic to Overcome Emotion
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Dyslexic Legends Alphabet by Beck Feiner
- Get the Dyslexia Devoted Newsletter
- IEP Terms Cheat Sheet (freebie!)
Connect with Lisa Parnello:
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Follow on Spotify

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:- Types of Testing
- Determining Your Testing Plan
- Essay Prompts

Ep. 40 The IEP Process
Do you want to learn how the IEP process works?
Welcome to Episode 40 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re focusing on the basic process of the IEP system. This is just a quick overview of what I go into much more in-depth in my Discovering Dyslexia course.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode40
This Episode's Topics:- The Start of the IEP Process - Interventions
- The Assessment Process and Qualifying for Services
- The 3 types of IEP meetings (initial, annual, triennial)

Ep. 39 Helping Kids Develop Grit
Have you ever wondered how to help a child persevere despite their struggles?
Welcome to Episode 39 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re focusing on the importance of developing grit. I don't mean a pebble or dirt in your shoe. I'm talking about the ability to work past the struggle until they reach the point that it gets easier.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode39
This Episode's Topics:- What is grit and why is it important?
- Learned Helplessness
- Helping to Develop Grit

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:- Why is it important to have characters with dyslexia?
- TV and Movie Characters with Dyslexia
- Will Trent - new TV show featuring a dyslexic as the lead character
- Looking for Heroes book (last episode)
- True Spirit book
- Indigo Blue book
- Percy Jackson books

Ep. 37 The Stigma of Dyslexia
Have you ever been worried that someone will find out that you or your child has dyslexia?
Welcome to Episode 37 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the stigma of dyslexia.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode37
This Episode's Topics:- Will a school discriminate against a child with dyslexia?
- What is stigma and why is it bad?
- How can we overcome the stigma of dyslexia?

Ep. 36 My Child Has Dyslexia, Now What?
- Access a FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles
- 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.
Connect with Lisa Parnello:- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
- Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course
- Discovering Dyslexia Online Course (parnelloeducation.com/courses)
- Masterclass Replay (parnelloeducation.com/replay)
- Join the Email List (parnelloeducation.com/email)

Ep. 35 FREE Masterclass Parents' Guide to Dyslexia
Welcome to Episode 35 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re talking about the upcoming FREE masterclass this week! Tune in live to learn the 3 Keys to Dyslexia Success!
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode35
FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles
parnelloeducation.com/masterclass
This Episode's Topics:- Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles - 3 Keys to Dyslexia Success
- FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles
- Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course
- Join the Email List
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group

Ep. 34 What are the Signs of Dyslexia?
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:- Signs of Dyslexia in Preschool and Kindergarten
- Signs of Dyslexia in Early Elementary
- Signs of Dyslexia in Upper Elementary and Middle School
- FREE Masterclass: Parents' Guide to Dyslexia and Reading Troubles
- Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course
- Join the Email List
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group

Ep. 33 What is an SLD in Reading?
Have you ever seen the term SLD in Reading on school paperwork and wondered what that means exactly?
Welcome to Episode 33 of Dyslexia Devoted and today we’re focusing on a term you will hear far more often than dyslexia on an IEP or other school paperwork.
Show notes: parnelloeducation.com/episode33
This Episode's ADHD Topics:- Why do they say SLD in Reading instead of Dyslexia?
- What is an SLD in Reading?
- Why doesn't a child with dyslexia always qualify for an SLD in Reading?
- Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course
- IEP Terms Cheat Sheet
- Understood.org 13 IDEA Categories
- Wrights Law
- Join the Email List
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group

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:- Types of IEP Meetings
- Essential IEP Terms You Need to Know
- Various Learning Difference Terms
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group

Ep. 31 Goal Setting for Kids
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:- Why do we set goals?
- The importance of letting kids see you set goals
- Helping Kids Set Goals
- Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course
- Goal Setting Template (also below)
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Ep. 30 Dyslexia in Schools Mini Course
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This Episode's Topics:
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Discovering Dyslexia Online Course
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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:- Helping students practice making mistakes and losing with games
- Reinforce the positive before making small adjustments, and avoid calling them mistakes and errors.
- Teach and reinforce the ability to ask for help and self-advocacy skills
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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:- A Special offer on my *NEW* course Discovering Dyslexia: A Parent's Roadmap to Navigating the First Year
- Hear what parents and educators wish they knew sooner about dyslexia.
- Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
- Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
- Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group

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:- What kind of school break does the child need?
- Learning Activities to Do at Home
- Fun Ways to Learn at Home During School Breaks
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- FREE Unexpected Dyslexia Associations Video
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- Flyleaf Publishing Decodable Books
- High Noon High/Low Books
- Simplex Spelling
- QuickMath
- Math-aids.com
- Prime Climb
- Monopoly or Jr. edition
- Scrabble
- Boggle

Bonus: Giving Tuesday Episode
It's giving Tuesday! Please give your time or money to those less fortunate. For my family, that's the Second Harvest Food Bank that helped us and now we return the favor.
Click Here to give to the food bank!
Click Here to donate to the International Dyslexia Association

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:- The Kinds of Dyslexia Assessments
- When to get the First Formal Dyslexia Evaluation
- When to Get Reevaluated
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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:- 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
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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.

Ep. 24 IDA Conference 2022 Recap
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:- IDA Conference Recap
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Dyslexia Simulation
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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:- Talking to kids about their ADHD
- Talking with doctors and collaborating as a team to help a child with ADHD
- How ADHD can look different in girls
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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:- What is a language-based learning difference
- Dyslexia in Other Languages
- Second Language Learning at School
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