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Dyslexia Devoted by Lisa Parnello

Bet you didn't know this about dyslexia

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Happy Thursday!

This week had got to uninstall and reinstall a toilet this weekend. Did you know I had talents beyond teaching kids to read?

I actually got more done on my "to do" list this past week than I have finished in a month! Maybe it's all this glories sunshine this week!

My handyman adventures this weekend inspired this week's episode of the podcast (link below)

Facts about dyslexia you probably didn't know:

  1. Up to 25% of CEOs and founders of major businesses have dyslexia
  2. Dyslexia often goes along with ADHD. But did you know having ADHD is a superpower for entrepreneurs?
  3. Even real princesses have dyslexia! (video)

On the podcast: Teaching Kids Self-Sufficiency

This Episode's Topics:

  1. Learned Helplessness - a debated term
  2. Raising your expectations
  3. Creating supports that don't require an adult
  4. Positive reinforcement of growth

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Dyslexia Devoted by Lisa Parnello

Lisa Parnello

Lisa Parnello is a Dyslexia Therapist and CEO of Parnello Education Services. She is also the host of the Dyslexia Devoted podcast. With over 15 years of experience, Lisa focuses her work on students with learning differences such as dyslexia, and dysgraphia. Since earning her M.Ed. in special education, she has dedicated her life to helping the most struggling learners. Lisa is a certified Wilson Dyslexia Therapist and a Wilson Credentialed Trainer. After serving as the Lower School Director of a school for learning differences, Lisa continues to train educators and provide instructional coaching.

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