Opportunity Gap: How to Support Kids of Color Who Learn Differently

• Ask Me Anything: Your back-to-school questions answered

  Back-to-school season can bring a mix of excitement and stress for parents and kids. From adjusting sleep schedules to managing new routines, there’s a lot to prepare.In this episode, Julian Saavedra answers common questions parents have about getting their kids ready for the school year. Get his tips for how to ease first-day nerves and create calm morning routines.For more on this topic:Back-to-school support guideBack-to-school: A 4-week plan for a great startBack-to-school checklist: Everything but the booksTimestamps:(01:56) How to create smoother mornings for your child(05:56) How to help your child manage first day of school anxiety(15:47) How to help your child master homework  For a transcript and more resources, visit the Opportunity Gap page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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• Julian Saavedra talks supporting your child on The Mama’s Den podcast

  Julian Saavedra joins The Mama’s Den podcast for an honest conversation about learning and thinking differences in kids of color. Listen as he shares how families can support their kids’ needs at home and in school. And get tips for how to work alongside your child’s teacher.The Mama’s Den is hosted by Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, and Felicia LaTour. Related resourcesWatch The Mama’s Den on YouTube8 steps to advocating for your child at schoolNeed help advocating for your kid at school? We talk to a proTimestamps(14:23) Why talking about learning disabilities in diverse communities is important(19:06) How educators can best support struggling students(22:33) When should parents seek support for their child?We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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• Best of: Unpacking viral ADHD myths on social media with Dr. Kristin Carothers

  ADHD is getting a lot of attention on social media. Some posts share helpful tips from experts. But many others share false information. In this episode, we look at how social media spreads harmful myths about ADHD. Listen as Dr. Kristin Carothers, a psychologist, talks about why these myths are dangerous and how they add to stigma and shame. Then get her advice on what parents can do to help set the record straight.Related resources:8 common myths about ADHDHow social media changed ADHD foreverThe Opportunity Gap show pageTimestamps:(04:17) Why we should be careful about spreading myths (18:56) Tips for debunking ADHD mythsWe love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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• What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities?

  In this episode, Julian Saavedra breaks down what makes a good summer for kids with learning differences. Find out why rest is important for kids. And learn simple activities to help kids stay active and involved during the break.Related resources6 summer learning apps and games for tweens and teensSummer guide for familiesSummer survival guide: Hacks to help your family thriveFor a transcript and more resources, visit the Opportunity Gap page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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• 8 key special education terms parents should know

  Special education has many terms that can be hard to understand. You may hear them often at school meetings or even see them in learning plans. And learning what they mean can help you best support your child.In this episode, host Julian Saavedra breaks down 8 key special education terms in simple, clear language. Learn what these terms mean and how they relate to the support kids receive at school.Related resourcesLearning disability and ADHD glossaryDisability inclusion glossaryOpportunity Gap podcast pageTimestamps(00:33) What is a learning disability?(01:37) What is ADHD?(02:59) What is special education?(04:54) What is an IEP?For a transcript and more resources, visit the Opportunity Gap page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected]. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

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