Dyslexia Advocate!: How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System

by Kelli Sandman-Hurley

This straightforward guide provides the essential information for parents and advocates to understand US law and get the right educational entitlements for a child with dyslexia.Using case studies and examples, this book demonstrates clearly how to apply the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to the unique requirements of a dyslexic child. It offers simple, intelligible help for parents on how to coordinate successfully with their child's school and achieve the right services and support for their dyslexic child; up to and beyond getting an effective Individual Education Plan (IEP).Dyslexia Advocate! is an invaluable tool for parents trying to negotiate a complex legal system in order to get the best outcome for their child. It is an essential guide for anyone who is considering acting as an advocate for a child with dyslexia.

Genres: Nonfiction

202 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 21, 2016

Reviews

[Erin Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This author is a HUGE help.

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a new elementary school teacher, who doesn’t have her own children yet, I found this book to be a really useful and needed perspective on the other side of an IEP. Specifically in terms of dyslexia but also IEPs generally. I was given a heads up that my incoming class of students includes a handful of IEPS with dyslexia as the qualifying diagnosis for SLD and wanted to read through various lenses before doing my best for them this coming year.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book is the most helpful book about advocating for a child in the public school system. She gives detailed and practical information with letters and examples and goes into what good goals and outcomes look like. A criticism was that it didn’t go into detail about other reading interventions, but that is not what this book is about. Kelli Sandman-Hurley runs a site called the Dyslexia Training Institute where they run all sorts of great classes expressly on reading interventions...and much more.

[Tabetha · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 - very helpful and mind opening - however not much concrete information since laws and regulations vary state by state. However some solid advice that helped me in a recent IEP meeting although I will never be able to know all the in's and out's of IDEA policies to be the kind of advocate for my daughter that I would like.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of the IEP process and help with some common concerns. It could have used some more detailed explanations in some areas, specifically with information about specific reading interventions.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great resource for parents with dyslexic children

Very helpful resource in guiding you through the IEP process for a dyslexic child. I thought the section with templates for writing goals was especially helpful.

[Melody · Rating 3 out of 5]

This had some really helpful, concrete suggestions for how to word IEPs and what accommodations to ask for. My context is private school, rather than pubic, so some things don’t translate, but a lot of things do. And I’m grateful for something so clear and practical.

[Carri Monti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Both the book and Dr. Sandman-Hurley’s Dyslexia Advocacy course are highly recommended. As a dyslexia specialist and screener, I encourage parents of children with dyslexia to add Dyslexia Advocacy to their library.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good refresher for me, since I'm retired, but still work with students who have IEPs or 504s as a tutor.

[Katilipops · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven't read many books specifically on dyslexia - so I can't compare what this one has or omits - but I found it super helpful and gave me a lot to think about.

[The Suburban Eclectic · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for any advocate. Informative and motivating.

[Lois Letchford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for people just entering the world of Dyslexia.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must-read/important book for parents of dyslexic children and aspiring education advocates.

[Ericka Stark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great info to help you advocate for your dyslexic child and their needs at school. Also helps with language for IEP goals.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book could be an excellent resource for parents - tons of valuable info and clearly written

[Leah Murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an informative and digestible read. Very manageable steps to implement in your own dyslexia advocate journey.

[Jennifer Gash · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really helpful for all the stages of the process from testing to initial IEP meeting to checking up on what services are happening. Would highly recommend.

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5*

[Sarah Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book said nothing I didn't know---which is great. I have been looking for a good resource to recommend to others filled with all the facts I had to learn the hard way.