Dyslexia

A Definition:

Dyslexia can be when someone has continuing difficulty in learning to read, write and/or spell, despite taking part in appropriate learning opportunities.  Of course other experiences and/or difficulties can also affect learning.

Difficulties associated with Dyslexia can be:

• Processing spoken (heard) language
• Processing read (seen) language
• Matching sounds to words and letters/letter patterns (phonics)
• Reading fluency
• Working memory (keeping information in your head while you do the working)
• Organisation
• Sequencing and direction
• Number skills
• Motor skills and co-ordination

Anyone can be Dyslexic.  It can run in families, but not always.  Most dyslexics have a different range of difficulties.  The impact on learning can vary considerably.  About 10% of people have Dyslexia - that's 1 in 10 people!

Some Useful Information to help your child at home:

Be Encouraging

• Always give positive feedback and praise them for effort

Be Understanding

• Re-assure your child that their difficulties are not their fault
• Remember it may take your child longer to learn a new skill, and they may need to practice it more often.

Be Supportive

• Encourage your child to do things they are good at and enjoy
• Encourage hobbies ad interests

Be Patient

• Your child may get more tired with the effort it is taking them to learn, so keep home learning tasks short and allow for breaks
• Allow time to relax

Be Organised

• Have a regular routine for homework
• Create a quiet, clutter free homework area (switch off TV)
• Help your child be organised for school

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Here are some useful activities to support learning at home:

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