Streamlining the IEP Process for Greater Parent Inclusion
It’s no secret that the IEP process is overwhelming for parents unfamiliar with it and can continue to be confusing or complicated for parents with more IEP experience. These feelings …
The History of IDA
Without understanding, there is confusion. For many years I struggled to comprehend why there was no support for my learning differences. What I’ve come to know is that the structure …
Dyslexia Diagnosis vs Eligibility at School. What’s the difference between the two?
Public schools test for learning disabilities, while some doctors and clinicians diagnose dyslexia. So, what’s the difference between the two? I’m not sure if I was told or if I …
Phonological Awareness vs. Phonemic Awareness
Phonological awareness and phonemic awareness–two common terms in the world of dyslexia–can be confusing in their definition and audible similarity. Both “phonological” and “phonemic” contain the Greek root “phon” meaning …
What is Phonological Dyslexia?
At Red Square Pegs we are all connected by dyslexia. Either we have it, treat it, parent someone who has it, teach those who have it, or want to learn …
What is Reading?
“My child struggles with reading.” It’s a phrase that many of us in the dyslexia world are familiar with; WE may have even said it before! As a speech-language pathologist, …
Extraordinary and Outstanding Points!
“Oh, you are dyslexic. Why didn’t you get your son tested sooner?” This was what I heard immediately after telling a teacher of my younger son’s dyslexia diagnosis and family …
Dyslexia Myths
I have to wait until my child starts learning to read before seeing potential signs of dyslexia. Myths and misconceptions constantly surround dyslexia ranging from misunderstanding to mistruths and are …
Late Talkers
What Are Some of the Early Signs of Dyslexia? In my first month as a speech-language pathologist, I evaluated a five-year-old girl whose parents suspected she had dyslexia. I was …
Oh, Don’t Worry…They’ll Catch Up!
I’ve heard different versions of this phrase thrown around by teachers and parents throughout my career. “They’ll catch up, right?”– from parents unfamiliar with learning differences looking for guidance or …
It’s a Processing Thing
A common dyslexia explanation explained “It’s an information processing difference!” Have you heard dyslexia described this way? Have you used this common go-to statement? Did you understand what the “difference” …
Dyslexia for Beginners
Dyslexia has become a buzzword in the past few years as grassroots movements are finally driving systemic change. States like Arizona, for example, have created legislation mandating that every child …
