Dyslexia District
Episodes
27. Dyslexia Supports That Work
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into what the research actually says about supporting students with dyslexia so they can thrive academically. We explore clas...
26. Navigating IEPs and 504 Plans: Building Positive Partnerships
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the key differences between IEPs and 504 plans and discover research-backed strategies for building positive school partnerships that help stude...
25. Understanding Dysgraphia
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does your child avoid writing assignments, feel frustrated during homework, or struggle with handwriting that’s hard to read? These may be signs of ...
24. Early Signs: What Parents & Teachers Need to Know
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Dyslexia District, we explore how to recognize the early signs of dyslexia in children—from preschool through early elementary sc...
23. What Dyslexia Is (and Isn't)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we explore the evolving definition of dyslexia, including the current and proposed IDA definitions. We uncover common myths, cla...
22. Dysgraphia Research
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's take a look at recent research regarding Dysgraphia and what it means for our students.
21. A Perspective Shift
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of focusing on deficits and weaknesses, let's take some time to focus on the strengths students with dyslexia possess.
20. Executive Functioning & Dyslexia
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why students with dyslexia often have difficulty getting organized, prioritizing tasks, or keeping up with their stuff? It may be because ...
19. Reading Comprehension
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I take a deep dive into reading comprehension. We'll look at the following questions: What is reading comprehension? Why is it important? H...
18. Reading Fluency
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Take a close look at reading fluency with me. What is it, why does it matter, and how do we improve it? "Reading Fluency: The Neglected Key to Readin...
17. Emotional Needs of Students with Learning Disabilities
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem... our students walk through our doors with a wide variety of difficulties. So, how do we help them? How do we bu...
16. Current Research
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does current research have to say about dyslexia? Are advances being made in this area? LINKS Eye Tracking Research - https://drive.google.com/fi...
15. Emergent Bilingualism & Dyslexia
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What things should be considered when determining if an Emergent Bilingual student has dyslexia? Is it the same as determining if a native English spe...
14. Why is English so HARD?
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What makes the English language so hard to read and write? Listen along as I take you on a brief history of the English language and why there are so ...
13. The Basics of Dyslexia
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is dyslexia? Let's break apart the accepted definitions of dyslexia and talk about what happens in the brains of people who have it. The Dysl...
12. Assistive Technology
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is assistive technology and how can it help students with dyslexia and dysgraphia?
11. Dyslexia Myths
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s take a look at 10 popular myths surrounding dyslexia & set the record straight. A Rose Tinted Cure - Article
10. Dyslexia and the Brain
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens in the brains of people with dyslexia when they read? fMRI scans have been able to tell us a lot and the results might surprise you.
09. Dyslexia & Math
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can Dyselxia impact a person's abilities in Math? Absolutely! Listen to find out how. Check out more information regarding Dyselxia and how it can aff...
08. Kid Speak - What is Dyslexia?
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I break down dyslexia into kid-friendly terms.
07. Dysgraphia & Orthographic Processing
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is dysgraphia, how do we test for it, and what can we do to help our students?
06. 504 & IDEA What's the Difference?
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
504 and Special Education as well as Accommodations and Modifications are often used interchangeably. However, they mean very different things. Join m...
05. Positive Mindset and Dyslexia
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’ll be talking about some of the struggles students with dyslexia face and how a positive mindset can help. For more informa...
04. Dyslexia Instruction
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does dyslexia intervention look like? We'll take a peek at standard protocol instruction, the components of dyslexia instruction, who can teach i...
03. Effective Strategies
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I discuss the components of effective instructional strategies for dyslexia and how you can use those same ideas to help your child at home...
02. Assessment
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain the assessment process, the implications of the assessment, and how a determination is made.
01. Dyslexia 101
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're looking into the basics of dyslexia. Join me as I dive into what dyslexia is, what happens in the brain, and some basic characteristics of dysle...
27. Dyslexia Supports That Work
01 Jan 1970
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into what the research actually says about supporting students with dyslexia so they can thrive academically. We explore clas...