CHARACTERISTICS CHECKLIST
Problems with sounds of speech or processing them
Problems decoding unfamiliar words
Problems reading single words in isolation
Inaccurate reading out loud
Problems with reading comprehension
Problems learning how to spell
Problems with written composition
Problems learning and reiterating the alphabet in correct order
Family history of similar problems
DYSLEXIALEARNING WITH
Michelle PauzeExceptionality Profile
It’s more than just seeing things backwards
A great resource for parents, students, and teachers
Dyslexia Information
LDOnline.org
KidsHealth.org/learning/Dyslexia
InterDys.org
http://www.dyslexia.ie/information/information-for-parents/talking-to-your-child-about-dyslexia/
References
http://www.dyslexia.com/
http://idaontario.com/About-‐Us/What-‐is-‐Dyslexia.html
http://targetedlearningstalbans-‐tlc.blogspot.ca/p/dsylexia.html
Early discovery and treatment is of value, however there are ways to help students achieve in school and in life.
TEACHERS CAN HELP BY....!
Provide and outline of the day/class
Avoid having students read aloud in class
When writing on board, ensure material is well spaced, neat, and maybe different colour
Read material aloud that is on handouts, on the board, or written instructions
Always allow more time for completion
PARENTS CAN HELP BY...
Consistently reinforce the positive aspects of child’s overall efforts
Make effort to remove anxiety from home environment
Being on same page as teachers
But what does that mean? Dyslexia means that your
child may have more difficulties in the learning of
literacy skills, such as reading, spelling, and writing. Dyslexia is a life-long condition that can make it
uneasy for a student to succeed academically in a typical instructional environment. It is not due to
lack of intelligence or a desire to learn; with
appropriate teaching strategies students with dyslexia can learn successfully. This may mean that
your child will receive accommodations in class or be put on an IEP*.
HOW TO HELPDyslexia is a GIFT not a DISABILITY...
Dyslexic people are HIGHLY creative, intuitive, and excel at
three-dimensional problem solving and hands-on learning.
We learn best through the creative process, with methods that
focus on mastery of the meanings of words and symbols.
Our true gift is that of MASTERY. When we use learning
methods that fit our thinking style, we can excel in academics
and read and write efficiently.
The KEY is to FOCUS on our STRENGTHS
Your child is ‘Dyslexic’...
*IEP- Individual Education Plan: is a working document which describes the strengths and needs of an individual exceptional pupil, the special education program and services established to meet that pupil’s needs, and how the program and services will be delivered. It also describes the student’s progress.
When having to explain to your child that they are
dyslexic, make sure they understand that it is
nothing to be embarrassed of, that help is available, and there is no reason why they can’t be
successful.
• Explain it is very common and students in their
own classroom may have it, there are also
famous people with dyslexia (Albert Einstein)
• It is a big word to describe have difficulties with
reading, writing, and spelling
• Everyone has strengths and weaknesses, try to
focus on their strengths
• Make sure they know they have support at home and in the classroom
• This may be a reoccurring topic, over months or years
Explaining ‘Dyslexia’ to your child...