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The Emotional Journey of Helping a Struggling Reader: Encouragement for Parents & Caregivers

Author
Carissa Dahl
Published
Wed 11 Jun 2025
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Helping a child who struggles to read can feel overwhelming, isolating, and emotional (especially when the process is slow and the pressure feels heavy). 

In this episode of Building Strong Readers, I'm opening up about the emotional journey behind supporting struggling readers, not as a reading specialist, but as a mom. You'll hear my story, and more importantly, you'll find encouragement, validation, and hope for your own.

Whether you're parenting a child with dyslexia, ADHD, or learning challenges, or you are a teacher walking this road with your students...this episode will remind you you are not alone.

You will walk away with:

  • Encouragement for the hard days.
  • A reminder that small wins matter.
  • A free tool to support your reader at home.
  • Hope that progress is possible.

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You're doing important work, and this podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

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