Is your child having trouble with reading? Could it be dyslexia? Expert Shira Moskowitz shares what parents need to know.

Dyslexia is more than just letter mix-ups.

It’s a learning difference that affects how kids read and understand words. In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to spot early signs of dyslexia in kids
• The truth about letter reversals
• And how technology can help support kids

For more on this topic:

• When dyslexia is missed: The impact on students of color
• What is dyslexia?
• Dyslexia: More than mixing up letters

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) What is dyslexia?

(02:05) The truth about letter reversals

(03:30) How early can kids show signs of dyslexia?

(05:40) How dyslexia affects kids beyond just reading

(08:05) How parents can support kids with dyslexia

(08:55) How technology can help

For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.

Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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What do you do when your child says, “I think my teacher hates me”? In this episode, Julian breaks down what that really means.

Learn how to spot signs of microaggressions in the classroom. Get simple ways to support your child and speak up when something feels wrong. And find out how to address microaggressions in a calm, clear way.

For more on this topic:

• Families of color and communicating with teachers
• Perspectives: How to make sure families of color are heard by the school
• The hard truth about racism in special education: Part 1

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(00:40) What is a microaggression?

(02:44) Julian’s personal experience

(07:37) How to talk to your child about microaggressions

For a transcript and more resources, visit The Opportunity Gap on Understood.org. You can also email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.

Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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Ever leave a parent-teacher conference feeling more confused than informed? Dr. Andy Kahn joins us to help you prepare and make the most of these important conversations.

For many parents, these meetings can feel like a quick whirlwind, leaving unanswered questions. In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to set clear, focused goals before your meeting
• Strategies for making the most of limited time with your child’s teacher
• How Understood’s new resource, “Through My Eyes,” offers valuable insight into your child’s learning experience

Experience how it feels to learn differently. Step into real-life simulations of kids with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia with “Through My Eyes” by Understood.org.

For more on this topic

• Parent-teacher conferences: How to get ready for your next meeting
• What to do after a parent-teacher conference

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:23) Goals parents should have for the parent-teacher conference

(05:47) How to raise concerns with your child’s teacher

(09:00) Ways parents can make the most of their conference

(11:56) What is “Through My Eyes?”

For a transcript and more resources, visit the Opportunity Gap page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.

Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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