Decoding Learning Differences with Kimberlynn Lavelle

Better Births, Better Education with Jemilla White

What is your birth story?

Did you experience a traumatic birth?  Do you suspect it may have impacted your child?

I don’t want this to scare you, worry you, or bring any kind of burden!

I’ve just seen an anecdotal connection between birth difficulties and an increased likelihood of learning disabilities.  I’ve seen some research to support this, but more certainly needs to be done.

As I talked with my doula friend Jemilla White about this, we decided to take this conversation to the podcast so that the wisdom can be shared more widely!

The conversation took some unexpected turns and I found some surprising parallels between the world of birthing and the world of education!

Learn more about Jemilla White and Doula services at: https://marimamadoula.com/ 

Find the video version at: https://decodinglearningdifferences.com/jemilla

Swim the Lake with Deb Canja

Some people just have SO much to offer the world!

Today’s podcast wisdom comes from a sweet friend who wrote a truly inspiring book: Swim the Lake Before You Row the Boat- that gives so much wisdom about how to raise children in a purposeful, meaningful way. 

AND- Deb is a lawyer and has experience with special education and shared a lot of wonderful wisdom around the IEP process.

Video version is at: https://www.decodinglearningdifferences.com/swimthelake 

Move and Learn with Dr. Julian Reed

This week I was excited to chat with Dr. Julian Reed, founder of Walkabouts.  He talks about a program that he developed to bring movement into the classroom as well as a lot of other ways that movement can be incorporated into the classroom, and I mentioned some examples I had seen in a school I used to work in.

Learn more about the program at:

https://www.walkabouts.com/

Break Through Challenges Using Neurofeedback with Dianne Kosto

If I'm understanding Neurofeedback correctly- without adding another mentally exhausting task to their day, you can retrain the brain to change the brain waves to make learning easier for them.

 

Click here to watch this fascinating and hope-filled conversation!

If you have tried or wind up trying neurofeedback, I would LOVE to hear about your experience!

Find out more about Dianne Kosto's work here: https://symmetryneuropt.com/ 

Maximize Life- No Degree Required! with Jen Doidge

“When I grow up, I want to be Jen Doidge.”- something I’ve said multiple times in my life.

 

Today’s podcast episode is super special to me.  I have a good friend who exudes positivity and adventure and friendliness.  

 

She’s someone I want everyone to know.  She’s not an education expert.  She’s not a parenting expert.  

 

She’s simply an amazing human that I want to share with even more of the world.

 

I finally got her on a call and couldn’t wait to release this episode!

 

In this episode, you’ll hear about all of the amazing and adventurous professions she has held that do not require a college degree and have given her an amazingly successful and joy-filled life!

 

You’ll also hear about her life motto that has served her very well over the years. 

Click here to watch  this beautifully inspiring conversation!

REPLAY: 3 Learning Principles You NEED to Know!

Listen to this previously-released episode and check out more episodes that you may have missed here: https://decodinglearningdifferences.com/ 

Reading Simplified with Marnie Ginsberg

Dr. Marnie Ginsberg is the founder of Reading Simplified. Hear her story and get inspired to help your own learner master reading!

Video version at: https://decodinglearningdifferences.com/podcast/readingsimplified/ 

Check out: https://readingsimplified.com/

Some links discussed in this episode:

Readingsimplified.com/switch-it

ReadingSimplified.com/reading-tests

ReadingSimplified.com/one-and-done-nearly

ReadingSimplified.com/power-up-phonics-activities

readingsimplified.com/academy

Rewire the Brain with Barbara Arrowsmith-Young

Take the Cognitive Questionnaire here: https://questionnaire.arrowsmithprogram.com/ 

 

Barbara Arrowsmith-Young is the founder of the Arrowsmith Program, an assessment process and suite of cognitive exercises designed to stimulate and strengthen areas of cognitive functioning that underlie a range of learning difficulties.

 

Her work is recognized as one of the first examples of the practical application of neuroplasticity to address learning difficulties and its application has expanded to address those dealing with traumatic brain injury, addiction, cognitive decline with aging and those who want to enhance performance. She is the recipient of the Leaders and Legends Innovation Award from the University of Toronto for her contribution to education.

 

Barbara's vision is to transform lives worldwide through the application of the principles of neuroplasticity.
On your podcast, Barbara would be happy to discuss a wide range of topics such as:

• How our Brain Shapes Our Behaviour
• The Power of Neuroplasticity in Shaping Our Brain
• Common Learning Difficulties and the Brain
• Cognitive Enhancement in the Classroom
• Looking at Behaviour Through a Cognitive Lens
• Knowing Your Cognitive Profile
• Putting the Brain in Education
• Neuroplasticity and Mental Health

Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham

We are joined this week by Dayna Abraham, educator, author, mother, and so much more!  Dayna's newest book, Calm the Chaos (about to be released very soon) is "a revolutionary guide for parents of kids that struggle with big emotions, power struggles, or challenging behaviors".  Having had the opportunity to read a sneak preview of this book, I can tell you that it is for every parent I've ever met and ever heard of.  Unless your home is always sunshine and you never are left feeling uneasy, upset, or ashamed of an interaction with your child, this book is for you!  Click here and get the book pre-ordered so you can get all the lovely bonuses as well!

Educating the Different Learner: Dyscalculia

Last week we dove into the latest research on the best educational methodologies for children with dyslexia (including some methodologies that the latest research supports but have been around for over a hundred years!).

This week we’re diving into a topic that is a bit more complicated, because there is WAY less research. 

This week we’re talking about the best methods for educating a child with dyscalculia.

There may not be as much research, but there are things we do know to do and things we know NOT to do.

Click here to watch, listen, and learn! 

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