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How to support dyslexics
Stunted academic growth is a very common thing in the lives of most dyslexics. That’s exactly why I continue to refer to myself as “very lucky” each time I look back at how far I’ve come.
Stunted academic growth is a very common thing in the lives of most dyslexics. That’s exactly why I continue to refer to myself as “very lucky” each time I look back at how far I’ve come.
I wanted to drop out of school in my second year at the university because I couldn’t cope anymore with my struggles in school. I am happy I didn’t and this has given me the opportunity to encourage others that they may find the path that leads to their own destiny.
I’m passionate about dyslexia cause because I know the pain. It’s a lonely path especially when there are no supports.
When you identify a child that has shown signs of dyslexia, you can help with following;
Praise gives power, criticism kills
When you identify a child that has shown signs of dyslexia, you can help with following;
Praise gives power, criticism kills
Don’t ask person with dyslexia to read aloud
Don’t give a punishment for forgetting books or sport kit
Don’t use the word “lazy.” They need time and patience
Expect less written work
Prepare a printout of homework and stick it in their book
Don’t give a punishment for forgetting books or sport kit
Don’t use the word “lazy.” They need time and patience
Expect less written work
Prepare a printout of homework and stick it in their book
Do not ask them to copy texts from a board or book
Accept homework created on a computer
Discuss an activity to make sure it is understood
Give them opportunity to answer questions orally
The little things matter as we all journey to make the world a better place.
Accept homework created on a computer
Discuss an activity to make sure it is understood
Give them opportunity to answer questions orally
The little things matter as we all journey to make the world a better place.
