Dyslexia Through the Years: From Research to Real Life with Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley

In this episode, we are honored to welcome Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley, a nationally recognized expert in dyslexia whose work has shaped how educators, clinicians, and families understand learning across the lifespan.Dr. Sandman-Hurley brings together something rare and powerful: deep research expertise, extensive clinical practice, and lived experience as a parent and advocate. From early childhood through adulthood, her work illuminates what dyslexia truly is—and what meaningful, effective support can look like at every stage of life.In this conversation, we explore:Dyslexia as a lifelong neurodivergenceAdvocacy for children and adults with dyslexiaEvidence-based dyslexia remediationThe role of Structured Word Inquiry in reading and spelling developmentBridging science, practice, and real-world educational systemsThis episode is both informative and deeply human. Whether you are an educator, clinician, parent, or neurodivergent adult, Dr. Sandman-Hurley’s insights will challenge assumptions, affirm lived experiences, and offer a clearer, more compassionate path forward.You won’t want to miss this oneSandman-Hurley, Kelli. Dyslexia Advocate!: How to Advocate for a Child With Dyslexia Within the Public Education System. Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016.Sandman-Hurley, Kelli. Dyslexia and Spelling: Making Sense of It All. Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2019. Sandman-Hurley, Kelli. The Adult Side of Dyslexia. Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2021.