Ep. 130: Teachers' Guide to Trauma

Trauma impacts every facet of our being. Today we’ll hear from educator and author, Dr. Melissa Sadin. As part of our Dyslexia Awareness month series, Dr. Sadin will share her personal story about how trauma and reading affected her family. Trauma can get in the way of the brain learning to read but we can help our students through intentional instructional practices. ResourcesThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Developmental Trauma Disorder ACES STUDY​​The Trauma Foundation Carol Dweck Growth Mindset  Bessel van der Kolk, MD The Attachment and Trauma NetworkTNTP’s The Opportunity MythLooking for more literacy support and resources? Explore all of our podcast episodes, free listening guides, and classroom tools at literacypodcast.com.Interested in bringing Melissa & Lori Love Literacy to your school or event? Email us at [email protected].