Consistency, firmness, and a forgiving attitude are just three of these five solid attributes required for guiding your dyslexic child down the path of success.
Dyslexia from a Parent's Point of View — Q & A
Read this interview with a parent whose time and effort made all the difference for her daughter with dyslexia.
Upon completion of this section, you will:- Learn many strategies for determining your child's strengths and interests
- Discover tips on how to communicate and encourage your child while learning
- Understand the importance of incorporating your child's strengths and interests in the IEP
How do I incorporat
Upon completion of this section, you will:- Understand why it's important to help develop your child's strengths and interests
“Persons, children or adults, are interested in what they can do successfully, in what they approach with confidence and engage in with a sense of accomplishment.”
Reward effort, not just the product
During the past 25 years, I have interviewed many dyslexic adults. Some have learned to deal successfully with their learning problems, while others have not.
Anxiety and anger are just a few of the emotional symptoms experienced by those with dyslexia. Learn the facts about what dyslexics feel and how their experience differs from people without the condition.
We have identified some of our favorite books that you might find helpful. For each, we've provided a brief summary about the content.
Success starts here!
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