Wisdom Wednesdays with Leta: Episode 1

“What Happens in the Brain When We Read?”

Welcome to the very first episode of Wisdom Wednesdays with Leta! In this kickoff to our new series, Leta Palmiter invites you into a powerful conversation about what dyslexia really is, how reading happens in the brain, and why teaching with evidence-based practices matters now more than ever.

Through a heartfelt read-aloud from Mississippi Rising, Leta explains the science behind how the brain learns to read, how this process differs for students with dyslexia, and why phonological awareness is the bridge to literacy for all learners. Whether you're a parent, educator, or advocate, this episode offers clarity, hope, and purpose.

🔍 Topics covered:

• What is dyslexia?
• How the brain processes written language
• The neurological basis of learning to read
• Why some students struggle—and how we can help them
• Why the science of reading matters more than ever

📚 Join our movement to bring knowledge, change, and support to classrooms everywhere. Buy your copy of Mississippi Rising at https://illuminationsdyslexia.com/products/ols/categories/illuminations-mississippi-rising