Decoding Learning Differences with Kimberlynn Lavelle

In this interview, we explore the challenges and tips for educating children with dyslexia.  We discuss myths around dyslexia and how to help those trying to overcome the dyslexic struggles.

video and transcript are available at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0116

find Beth Sullivan at: https://readingwritingtutor.com/

Autism is not merely a disability and it is not the sole, defining characteristic of those with autism. Those with autism (some prefer to be call autistics) are individuals with unique preferences, interests, and personalities. They have some things in common, but more things that make them unique!

video and transcript are available at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0115

Autism is not merely a disability.  It is not defined solely by a list of deficits and deficiencies, or at least it doesn't have to be!  There are many characteristics of autism that can be optimized and viewed as strengths and advantages!

transcript and video available at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0114

One person's "weed" is someone else's nutritious food!  What some try to weed out is desirous to others.  When we "weed" out the undesirable behaviors in our children, we may be weeding out what is actually their strength, if encouraged in the right way.  Be careful before you start weeding out that which makes your child their unique self!

Transcript and video version at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0113

Lessons don't need to be long to be powerful!  In fact, the shortest lessons can often have the most impact!

Video and transcript available at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0112

Knowing yourself and your child is far more important than which curriculum you choose to buy.  Stop the curriculum shopping overload!

But a good curriculum CAN be useful...  the guide can help make sure it's a good fit for YOU and YOUR CHILD!

get the guide at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/curriculumguide

transcript and video available at: https://www.yourparenthelp.com/podcast_0111

Math curriculum can be helpful but when parents and schools rely on math curriculum for these two skills, kids don't gain the fluency they need!

These two skills are also very helpful in teaching deeper math skills in the future so don't neglect it!

I give some very concrete tips on how to work these two skills into your daily lives.

video available: www.YourParentHelp.com/podcast_0110

March 2nd is Read Across America Day and this episode is all about Reading!

In this week's episode, I share two reading comprehension strategies from my guide: "The Octopus's Guide to Reading Comprehension: 8 Powerful Strategies to Improve Your Child's Reading Comprehension". Grab it here!

Listen to hear more about the strategies:

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Watch the video version here!  The transcript is also available to read here. :-). So many options for how to get this info!

In this episode, we address some of the variables that impact the answer to this common question: "What happens with my child's IEP if I homeschool?"

video available: www.YourParentHelp.com/podcast_0108

If you are using a private school situation to homeschool, this guide will help give some information:

https://www2.ed.gov/admins/lead/speced/privateschools/idea.pdf

Learn why I think too much emphasis is placed on curriculum, and the extent to which I think it is important or at least, helpful!

video: www.YourParentHelp.com/podcast_0107

Get the curriculum check-list: www.YourParentHelp.com/choose-a-curriculum