Dyslexia Devoted

Dyslexia Devoted

By Lisa Parnello, Dyslexia TherapistEducation
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  • 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
    4. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
      • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
      • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
      • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
      • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
        • IEP Terms Cheatsheet
        • Understood.org
        • 19 min
        • 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
          4. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
            • Dyslexia in Schools Mini-Course
            • Goal Setting Template (also below)
            • Connect with Lisa Parnello:
              • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
              • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
              • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
              • 13 min
              • 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
                3 min
              • 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
                4. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                  • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                  • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                  • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                  • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                    • Discovering Dyslexia Online Course
                    • FREE Unexpected Dyslexia Associations Video
                    • Join the Email List
                    • 21 min
                    • 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.
                      3. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                        • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                        • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                        • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                        • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                          • Discovering Dyslexia Online Course
                          • FREE Unexpected Dyslexia Associations Video

                          • 12 min
                          • 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
                            4. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                              • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                              • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                              • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                              • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                                • FREE Unexpected Dyslexia Associations Video
                                • Join the Email List
                                • Flyleaf Publishing Decodable Books
                                • High Noon High/Low Books
                                • Simplex Spelling
                                • QuickMath
                                • Math-aids.com
                                • Prime Climb
                                • Monopoly or Jr. edition
                                • Scrabble
                                • Boggle
                                • 13 min
                                • 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

                                  3 min
                                • 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
                                  4. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                                    • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                                    • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                                    • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                                    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                                      • Join the Dyslexia Devoted Email 
                                      • Sold a Story
                                      • IDA Assessment Article
                                      • IDA Screening Mini Assessment
                                      • Yale Dyslexia Center Dyslexia Evaluation Overview
                                      • Understood.org explanation and video of an assessment
                                      • 12 min
                                      • 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
                                        5. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                                          • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                                          • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                                          • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                                          • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                                            • Understanding Dyslexia Online Course
                                            • Conversations with Educators Parent Guide
                                            • Reader Pen
                                            • 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.

                                              15 min
                                            • 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
                                              4. Connect with Lisa Parnello:
                                                • Follow on Instagram @ParnelloEducation
                                                • Facebook.com/ParnelloEducation
                                                • Dyslexia Devoted Facebook Group
                                                • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
                                                  • Understanding Dyslexia Online Course
                                                  • Conversations with Educators Parent Guide
                                                  • Sold a Story
                                                  • The Alliance For Dyslexia
                                                  • Dyslexia Simulation Kit
                                                  • IDA TV
                                                  • 16 min

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