Reading and writing are essential tools that open up vast opportunities. For parents of dyslexic children, ensuring their child can effectively use these tools is of utmost importance. But what if these children encounter challenges in reading and writing? How does it impact their future, and how can dedicated parents assist? The Dyslexic Child in …
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Understanding Dyslexia Dyslexia is more than just reading problems. It can change how kids talk, listen, and make friends. Sometimes, other people might say things that hurt our kids’ feelings about reading. This can make them feel sad or worried. The Power of Resilience Being strong during tough times is called resilience. It helps kids …
As parents, educators, and allies of children with dyslexia, understanding dyslexia is crucial. More than just a reading disorder, dyslexia can cause a distinct way of processing information. Dyslexia Beyond Reading Difficulties One symptom often overlooked is the rapid, unorganized generation of ideas. Many children with dyslexia have areas of deep interest and passion. Yet, …
Dyslexia, a pattern of reading and writing difficulties, impacts many people across the globe. Yet, new insights from neuroscience, particularly the Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, reveal fascinating links between dyslexia and brain activity. Specifically, dyslexia leads to an overactive front brain region, a crucial area for word analysis. Capitalizing on this increased neural …
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Welcome to our inaugural issue of “Courtney’s Corner”! I am thrilled to become a part of this community and to have the opportunity to share my educational journey with all of you. Childhood Challenges Struggling with Dyslexia As a child growing up with dyslexia, everyday academic tasks felt like a monumental challenge. Despite tireless efforts …
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As an educated and involved parent, you understand the importance of keeping your child’s learning trajectory moving forward, even during those carefree summer months. This is especially vital when it comes to maintaining and improving your child’s reading and writing abilities. You may have heard of the ‘summer slide,’. This is a term educators use …
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Transitioning from high school to adult life is a significant phase. This phase, however, presents extra hurdles for students with disabilities like dyslexia. Access to further education, jobs, and essential services might pose challenges. To help, the federal government introduced transition plans via IDEA in 1990 and IDEIA in 2004. This post navigates transition planning. …
Dyslexia, a common language-based learning disability, presents various challenges for affected children in reading, writing, and spelling. As parents and educators, your support plays a crucial role in helping dyslexic children overcome these challenges and excel in their academic and personal lives. This blog post offers helpful strategies for parents of dyslexic students, aiming to …
Dyslexia, a learning disability that affects reading, writing, and spelling skills, can present unique challenges when it comes to reading comprehension. Reading comprehension is a critical skill for success in both academic and non-academic spheres, making it essential for parents to support their dyslexic child in this area. This article aims to provide parents with …
Dyslexia is a common learning difficulty affecting many students, but with the right support, they can achieve great things. One critical aspect of that support is fostering self-determination, which helps students become active participants in their education and advocates for their own needs. Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings offer a unique opportunity for students, parents, …
