The Dyslexia Dialogues

The Dyslexia Dialogues Ep. 3: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly — Dyslexia Resources That Help (and Hurt)


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Welcome to The Dyslexia Dialogues with Dr. Sherri Rochel!

In this episode, we’re breaking down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of dyslexia resources — because not every “reading program” helps our learners thrive.

You’ll hear real talk, expert insight, and practical takeaways to help parents and teachers know what actually works and what to skip.


📌 Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction
01:19 – The Good: Programs That Work
13:22 – The Bad: Overhyped or Misleading Tools
24:08 – The Ugly: What Hurts Learners Most
31:25 – The Hopeful: Tools & Supports That Help Kids Thrive


💬 In This Episode You’ll Learn:

  • Which reading programs are truly evidence-based (and why)

  • The hidden problems with popular “balanced literacy” methods

  • How to identify red flags in “miracle” dyslexia cures

  • What support tools actually make a difference for kids and parents


📚 Mentioned Resources:
🧩 Orton–Gillingham

📘 Barton Reading & Spelling
📖 Wilson Reading System
💡 Lindamood–Bell Learning
🌐 Lexercise
🚀 Blast Off to Reading
📗 The Sonday System


💌 Connect with Dr. Sherri:
🌐 educationthatmatters.net
📧 [email protected]
📸 Instagram: @EducationThatMatters
💬 Facebook: Dr. Sherri’s Learning Community

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Together, we’re building understanding — one story, one strategy, one child at a time.

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The Dyslexia DialoguesBy Sherri Rochel