BONUS: Parents and Dyslexia

Today we have a special episode featuring four parents from all over the United States. One thing they have in common is that they have children with dyslexia. They are courageously sharing their stories as reading science advocates working for systemic change.  

Resources

• Dyslexia-specific Resources:
  • International Dyslexia Association 
  • The Dyslexia Initiative
  • These resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! 
• Featuring Parents from Today’s Episode: 
  • COKID Colorado Dyslexia advocacy group  
  • COKID Literacy Dialogue Tool 
  • Both Sides of the Table,  Dystinct Magazine featuring Erica Kaufmann, July 2022 
  • Behaviors Before Dyslexia, The Dyslexia Initiative, Lauren Taylor

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