Neurodiversity Podcast by Emily Kircher Morris: 'Removing the Roadblocks of Dyslexia' - Jill Stowell

_Used with permission_

*In this episode*
A word many experts use to describe dyslexic people is “misunderstood.”

Teachers often don’t catch the signs, parents often don’t know the best ways to advocate for their kids at school, and amidst all of that confusion, the child can feel completely misunderstood.

Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Jill Stowell, author of Take the Stone Out of the Shoe, about tearing down barriers and building communication.

*Timestamped Highlights*
3:40 - Why Jill wrote "Take the Stone Out of the Shoe"
6:50 - Removing the DISTRESS from learning
21:30 - Communicating with the school / Helping your child advocate for themselves
29:53 - One key thing YOU can do to help your child build executive function

*The Neurodiversity Podcast*
The world needs neurodiversity. The gifted brains, unusual talents, and fresh perspective of neurodivergent people drive innovation and change things for the better. The Neurodiversity Podcast introduces you to these brilliant, quirky, amazing people, and brings you thought-provoking conversations with leaders in psychology, education, and technology, as we work to broaden the definition of normal.

*Show Notes*