Unlock the powerful connection between dyslexia and writing mastery in this episode of our podcast: “Dyslexia, Writing Breakthroughs & Strengths.” Join us as we speak with Russell Van Brocklen, a veteran educator, dyslexia specialist, and founder of Dyslexia Classes, to explore how students with dyslexia can transform challenges into writing strengths.

🎙 Episode Highlights:

• Russell shares his personal journey with dyslexia and how it shaped his mission to redefine what writing success looks like for dyslexic learners.
• Discover the science-backed strategies Russell developed—drawing on brain research and structured literacy methods—to elevate reading and writing skills for high-potential dyslexic students. 
• We dive into the concept of “writing breakthroughs” — how motivated students with dyslexia can leap several grade-levels in writing proficiency within a single year. 
• Learn how to recognize and nurture the unique strengths dyslexic individuals often possess: big-picture thinking, creativity, problem solving, oral articulation — and how these strengths can fuel written expression.
• Practical tips for educators, parents and writers: how to adapt instruction, harness technology (including AI), create supportive environments, and help dyslexic learners not just catch up—but excel. 
• Russell discusses the shift from “overcoming dyslexia” to “owning your dyslexia strengths” and flips the narrative from deficit to growth.

Who Should Listen:

• Parents and guardians of children with dyslexia who want actionable ideas to support writing and academic confidence.
• Educators, tutors and school-support professionals looking for effective methods to teach writing to dyslexic students.
• Teen and adult writers with dyslexia who are ready to reimagine their writing process and tap into their strengths.
• Anyone curious about how structured literacy, brain science and differentiated instruction can drive writing breakthroughs.

Why This Episode Matters:

Dyslexia affects how the brain processes written and spoken language, yet too often the discussion stays on “fixing the problem.” In this episode, Russell reframes dyslexia as a gateway to unique capability — especially when matched with the right writing method, mindset and support. His work proves that dyslexic learners don’t just catch up — they can thrive in writing, learning and life.

Tune in for this empowering conversation with Russell Van Brocklen and discover how to turn dyslexia into a driving force for writing success. 🎧

Keywords: dyslexia writing breakthroughs, dyslexia strengths, writing instruction for dyslexic learners, Russell Van Brocklen, dyslexia educational strategies, structured literacy, dyslexic student writing skills.

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