Articles related to "Dyslexia"
Controversial Dyslexia Cure
If your child had dyslexia and reading was torture if not almost impossible, would you invest $3,000 to $4,500 in equipment that could help? This is what is happening.
dyslexia symptoms • dyslexia testing • dyslexia treatment • causes of dyslexia • signs of dyslexia
If your child had dyslexia and reading was torture if not almost impossible, would you invest $3,000 to $4,500 in equipment that could help? This is what is happening.
dyslexia symptoms • dyslexia testing • dyslexia treatment • causes of dyslexia • signs of dyslexia
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a type of learning disorder that focuses on language, and is characterized by certain traits found in either children, adults, and people with brain trauma.
dyslexia • learning disability • alexia • childhood dyslexia • adult dyslexia
Dyslexia is a type of learning disorder that focuses on language, and is characterized by certain traits found in either children, adults, and people with brain trauma.
dyslexia • learning disability • alexia • childhood dyslexia • adult dyslexia
Five Myths About Dyslexia
There are a number of misconceptions surrounding learning disabilities. Reading disabilities, when not addressed, can result in problems throughout school and beyond.
dyslexia in children • learning disabilities • language processing disabilities • reading disorders • writing letters backwards
There are a number of misconceptions surrounding learning disabilities. Reading disabilities, when not addressed, can result in problems throughout school and beyond.
dyslexia in children • learning disabilities • language processing disabilities • reading disorders • writing letters backwards
Types of Dyslexia
Despite the prevalence of dyslexia, there is still confusion about its definition. Three major subtypes of this language processing deficit have been identified.
dyslexia diagnosis • types of dyslexia • phonological dyslexia • orthographic dyslexia • mixed dyslexia
Despite the prevalence of dyslexia, there is still confusion about its definition. Three major subtypes of this language processing deficit have been identified.
dyslexia diagnosis • types of dyslexia • phonological dyslexia • orthographic dyslexia • mixed dyslexia
Diagnosing Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects language processing. Early detection and intervention provide an opportunity for children to succeed.
testing for dyslexia • dyslexia evaluations for children • how to test for dyslexia • learning disability evaluations • evaluating learning disabilities
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects language processing. Early detection and intervention provide an opportunity for children to succeed.
testing for dyslexia • dyslexia evaluations for children • how to test for dyslexia • learning disability evaluations • evaluating learning disabilities
Helping Children with Dyslexia
Children with dyslexia and reading disabilities may receive extra services at school, but there are ways parents can help at home as well.
helping children with dyslexia at home • teaching children with reading disabilities at hom • homework tips for children with dyslexia • teaching children with dyslexia • dyslexia in children
Children with dyslexia and reading disabilities may receive extra services at school, but there are ways parents can help at home as well.
helping children with dyslexia at home • teaching children with reading disabilities at hom • homework tips for children with dyslexia • teaching children with dyslexia • dyslexia in children
Dyslexia: Is It In The Genes?
University of Calgary medical researchers have found the location of a gene that makes people likely to inherit dyslexia. It is hoped that this ongoing research will lead to routine genetic screening that could provide early identification of the condition, so that children could get help prior to and upon entering the school system.
dyslexia • dyslexia • learning disabilities • learning disabilities
University of Calgary medical researchers have found the location of a gene that makes people likely to inherit dyslexia. It is hoped that this ongoing research will lead to routine genetic screening that could provide early identification of the condition, so that children could get help prior to and upon entering the school system.
dyslexia • dyslexia • learning disabilities • learning disabilities
Classroom Strategies for Dyslexia
Children with dyslexia have problems in reading and spelling. Making some changes to normal classroom activities can help these students succeed.
school accommodations for dyslexia • students with dyslexia • testing modifications for students with dyslexia • common classroom strategies for students with dysl • modifying homework for students with dyslexia
Children with dyslexia have problems in reading and spelling. Making some changes to normal classroom activities can help these students succeed.
school accommodations for dyslexia • students with dyslexia • testing modifications for students with dyslexia • common classroom strategies for students with dysl • modifying homework for students with dyslexia
Is Your Child Dyslexic?
Dyslexia is more common than most parents realize. Here are a few signs to watch for if you think your child may be dyslexic.
dyslexic children • reading difficulities • warning signs of dyslexia • determining dyslexia • trouble reading
Dyslexia is more common than most parents realize. Here are a few signs to watch for if you think your child may be dyslexic.
dyslexic children • reading difficulities • warning signs of dyslexia • determining dyslexia • trouble reading
Review of Teaching Literacy by Hugo Kerr
Hugo Kerr's new book on literacy instruction is a good introduction to some of the important ideas in the teaching of reading today. But it is not without controvery.
hugo kerr • dyslexia • cognitive psychology • reading • teaching reading
Hugo Kerr's new book on literacy instruction is a good introduction to some of the important ideas in the teaching of reading today. But it is not without controvery.
hugo kerr • dyslexia • cognitive psychology • reading • teaching reading
Live a Great life With Dyslexia
What is Dyslexia? Read this article and you will understand.
dyslexia • links • home • home and garden
What is Dyslexia? Read this article and you will understand.
dyslexia • links • home • home and garden
Soon: a Dyslexia Test
A genetic test for dyslexia could be available soon. This article looks briefly at the news from genetics and the possible impact of such a test on education.
dyslexia • genetics • special education • blood test • specific learning disability
A genetic test for dyslexia could be available soon. This article looks briefly at the news from genetics and the possible impact of such a test on education.
dyslexia • genetics • special education • blood test • specific learning disability
Helping a Dyslexic Child
It can sometimes be quite apparent that your child has dyslexia. You may have had him screened for it, or perhaps you only have your suspicions. But what can you do?
dyslexia • literacy • kinaesthetics • reading rulers • acetate sheets
It can sometimes be quite apparent that your child has dyslexia. You may have had him screened for it, or perhaps you only have your suspicions. But what can you do?
dyslexia • literacy • kinaesthetics • reading rulers • acetate sheets
Researching Dyslexia
Dyslexia research, most often with people suffering from alexia, studies the brain's processes while reading, through functional imaging tests (or PETs and fMRIs).
dyslexia • alexia • brain • research • functional imaging technology
Dyslexia research, most often with people suffering from alexia, studies the brain's processes while reading, through functional imaging tests (or PETs and fMRIs).
dyslexia • alexia • brain • research • functional imaging technology
Dealing With Dyslexia: Make Contact!
Yes, make contact - lenses, that is! Preliminary tests show that a new system of coloured contact lenses can lead to significant improvements in reading for both children and adults with dyslexia, which can be broadly defined as a specific difficulty with processing language, memory and organisation.
contact lenses
Yes, make contact - lenses, that is! Preliminary tests show that a new system of coloured contact lenses can lead to significant improvements in reading for both children and adults with dyslexia, which can be broadly defined as a specific difficulty with processing language, memory and organisation.
contact lenses
How to Help Your Dyslexic Child
It's hard dealing with dyslexic kids,but it can also force a child to try harder. If your child struggles with dyslexia, here are some tips for helping him (or her).
tips for parents of dyslexics • helping dyslexic children • dyslexia • dyslexic children • how to help dyslexic children
It's hard dealing with dyslexic kids,but it can also force a child to try harder. If your child struggles with dyslexia, here are some tips for helping him (or her).
tips for parents of dyslexics • helping dyslexic children • dyslexia • dyslexic children • how to help dyslexic children
Anyone need a speaker?
I went to speak at a conference for The Colorado Advisory Network in April, 2000. Here, finally, are some refections on that experience.
speaker • speech • arvada • adhd • add
I went to speak at a conference for The Colorado Advisory Network in April, 2000. Here, finally, are some refections on that experience.
speaker • speech • arvada • adhd • add
Disabilty or difference? It's all in how you look at it.
Learning disabilities - are they disabilites are differences? Should people who deal with learning disabilites be called disabled or just different?
learning disabilities • different • differences • ld • add
Learning disabilities - are they disabilites are differences? Should people who deal with learning disabilites be called disabled or just different?
learning disabilities • different • differences • ld • add
Living with Learning Disabilites - or....(part 1)
Living with Learning Disabilites - or why I learn everything the hard way! An autobiographical look at living with an invisible disablity. A view from the "inside".
learning disabilites • adhd • attention deficit disorder • dyslexia • dyslexic
Living with Learning Disabilites - or why I learn everything the hard way! An autobiographical look at living with an invisible disablity. A view from the "inside".
learning disabilites • adhd • attention deficit disorder • dyslexia • dyslexic
Living with Learning Disabilites - part 2
Part two of my life... mostly now. Also a look into how I run my classroom.
special ed. • special education • dyslexia • dyslexic • ld
Part two of my life... mostly now. Also a look into how I run my classroom.
special ed. • special education • dyslexia • dyslexic • ld
Tragic Afflictions and the Mysterious Connection
The link between tragic afflictions and creativity has long been a mystery. Like the plot of a best seller mystery novel, this thread runs through the lives of every historical person. Can we solve the mystery?
tragic affliction • depression • creativity • dyslexia • abuse
The link between tragic afflictions and creativity has long been a mystery. Like the plot of a best seller mystery novel, this thread runs through the lives of every historical person. Can we solve the mystery?
tragic affliction • depression • creativity • dyslexia • abuse
Response to Intervention: the Cons
Who decides if Johnny has a disability? In the past it was mostly math. Parents and educators could point to test results and say a child DID or DIDN'T have a disability.
response to intervention • rti • rti • specific learning disability • ld
Who decides if Johnny has a disability? In the past it was mostly math. Parents and educators could point to test results and say a child DID or DIDN'T have a disability.
response to intervention • rti • rti • specific learning disability • ld
Activity Lets Kids Understand Learning Disorders
Use this learning disability simulation activity to gain insights into why some learning disabled students have problems with writing.
understand learning disorders • learning disability educational activity • learning disorder • dyslexia • dysgraphia
Use this learning disability simulation activity to gain insights into why some learning disabled students have problems with writing.
understand learning disorders • learning disability educational activity • learning disorder • dyslexia • dysgraphia
Disconnect in Special Ed Placement
The Disconnect between syndromes, disorders, and conditions on the one hand and placement in Special Education on the other is sometimes hard to explain to parents. This
special education placement • adhd • attention deficit • dyslexia • fetal alcohol
The Disconnect between syndromes, disorders, and conditions on the one hand and placement in Special Education on the other is sometimes hard to explain to parents. This
special education placement • adhd • attention deficit • dyslexia • fetal alcohol
Homework and Dyslexic Students
It can take a dyslexic child three times longer to finish their homework -- how frustrating!. This article will highlight some practical ways to help make it easier.
dyslexic readers • homework help • study tips • reading problems • homework alternatives for dyslexic students
It can take a dyslexic child three times longer to finish their homework -- how frustrating!. This article will highlight some practical ways to help make it easier.
dyslexic readers • homework help • study tips • reading problems • homework alternatives for dyslexic students
Living Abroad With Special Needs
A brief intro on living abroad with special needs, followed by the personal experience of a Canadian mother who has lived in Hong Kong and Turkey, whose son has a fatal peanut allergy.
expat • expatriate • international • abroad • diplomat
A brief intro on living abroad with special needs, followed by the personal experience of a Canadian mother who has lived in Hong Kong and Turkey, whose son has a fatal peanut allergy.
expat • expatriate • international • abroad • diplomat
More Help for the Learning Disabled
This article is about another view of learning disabilities, and the philosophies of Dr. Mel Levine, a pediatrician with some excellent ideas!
education • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • dr. mel levine
This article is about another view of learning disabilities, and the philosophies of Dr. Mel Levine, a pediatrician with some excellent ideas!
education • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • dr. mel levine
Reading and Spelling, and Bears, Oh My!
Reading and Writing skills and the homeschooled child.
edcuation • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • home educated
Reading and Writing skills and the homeschooled child.
edcuation • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • home educated
Sequential Spelling
If your child is having trouble with spelling patterns or has a learning disorder, this may be the program for you. Be prepared for the length of each lesson but also watch as your child gains some of the concepts that are so hard for spelling-challenged folks to pick up on.
spelling • learning • disability • writing • dyslexia
If your child is having trouble with spelling patterns or has a learning disorder, this may be the program for you. Be prepared for the length of each lesson but also watch as your child gains some of the concepts that are so hard for spelling-challenged folks to pick up on.
spelling • learning • disability • writing • dyslexia
Spelling Smart: A Ready-to-Use Activities Program for Students with Spelling Difficulties
This book sells for around $30 which is a bargain for all the content, instruction and inspiration it provides. It is a valuable spelling program for any child who has difficulty conquering the world of spelling.
spelling • dyslexia • learning • disability • ld
This book sells for around $30 which is a bargain for all the content, instruction and inspiration it provides. It is a valuable spelling program for any child who has difficulty conquering the world of spelling.
spelling • dyslexia • learning • disability • ld
The Importance of the Arts
This is an article about the general usefulness of the non-written arts in home education.
education • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • art
This is an article about the general usefulness of the non-written arts in home education.
education • homeschooling • homeschooled • home education • art
Reading Obstacles
Sometimes problems get in the way of your child's path to reading.
reading • problems • child • parent • teaching
Sometimes problems get in the way of your child's path to reading.
reading • problems • child • parent • teaching
Reading Upside Down & Backwards
The lens of our eyes turns the world upside-down and backwards onto our retinas. Learning to read English first requires learning to see right-side up and frontwards
learning to read • learn to read • vision • sight • reading
The lens of our eyes turns the world upside-down and backwards onto our retinas. Learning to read English first requires learning to see right-side up and frontwards
learning to read • learn to read • vision • sight • reading
Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome
Dyslexia is a very frustrating disability. For one form, Scotopic Syndrome, there is a successful, non-traditional approach with no doctors, no surgery, no medication.
scotopic sensitivity syndrome • dyslexia • helen irlen • sss • overlays
Dyslexia is a very frustrating disability. For one form, Scotopic Syndrome, there is a successful, non-traditional approach with no doctors, no surgery, no medication.
scotopic sensitivity syndrome • dyslexia • helen irlen • sss • overlays
Tips to Help Dyslexic Students
Dyslexic students can thrive in the classroom with the right help. This article will give teachers the simple tips they need to help their dyslexic students succeed.
dyslexia • dyslexic student help • teaching aids for dyslexic students • reading difficulties • reading help
Dyslexic students can thrive in the classroom with the right help. This article will give teachers the simple tips they need to help their dyslexic students succeed.
dyslexia • dyslexic student help • teaching aids for dyslexic students • reading difficulties • reading help
Tweens with a Learning Disability
A tween with a learning disability can lead a fruitful and healthy life. Find out what you can do as a parent to help your child adjust to this condition.
tween learning disability • child learning disability • types of learning disabilities • strategies for learning disability • attention deficit disorder
A tween with a learning disability can lead a fruitful and healthy life. Find out what you can do as a parent to help your child adjust to this condition.
tween learning disability • child learning disability • types of learning disabilities • strategies for learning disability • attention deficit disorder
Creative Therapy - Mind Maps
Mind mapping is an excellent method for improving concentration, task completion, memorization, project development, and any other number of tasks that need done. Created by Tony Buzan, it bridges the gap between visual journaling and written/verbal journaling.
mind map • tony buzan • dyslexia • dyslexics • project analysis
Mind mapping is an excellent method for improving concentration, task completion, memorization, project development, and any other number of tasks that need done. Created by Tony Buzan, it bridges the gap between visual journaling and written/verbal journaling.
mind map • tony buzan • dyslexia • dyslexics • project analysis
101 Ways to Get Your Child to Read
This user-friendly manual by Patience Thomson will encourage and develop reading as an essential and, above all, enjoyable life skill.
quick reads 2009 • learning to read • get your child to read • encourage a child to read • reading difficulties
This user-friendly manual by Patience Thomson will encourage and develop reading as an essential and, above all, enjoyable life skill.
quick reads 2009 • learning to read • get your child to read • encourage a child to read • reading difficulties
AD/HD - Danger of Misdiagnosis
Much of the early information about AD/HD has changed over time. Adding to the confusion are the number of other conditions with similar symptoms.
ad/hd symptoms • attention deficit disorder • behavior problems • mental health • hyperactivity in children
Much of the early information about AD/HD has changed over time. Adding to the confusion are the number of other conditions with similar symptoms.
ad/hd symptoms • attention deficit disorder • behavior problems • mental health • hyperactivity in children
ADHD & Related Conditions
Conditions that often occur with ADHD include obsessive-compulsive and antisocial behaviour disorders, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities and Tourette's Syndrome.
adhd • adhd related conditions • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • adhd anxiety • adhd depression
Conditions that often occur with ADHD include obsessive-compulsive and antisocial behaviour disorders, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities and Tourette's Syndrome.
adhd • adhd related conditions • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • adhd anxiety • adhd depression
Brain Gym
Brain Gym is a series of body movements or exercises that are believed to help with many learning disabilities and other roadblocks to success.
brain exercises improve learning • how the brain works • brain exercises for adhd • mind body fitness • brain fitness
Brain Gym is a series of body movements or exercises that are believed to help with many learning disabilities and other roadblocks to success.
brain exercises improve learning • how the brain works • brain exercises for adhd • mind body fitness • brain fitness
Tips For Improving Literacy Skills
It is vital that children read books in order to develop their literacy skills, as these abilities are the building blocks of academic achievement.
improve literacy skills • literacy skills of children • develop child's reading abilities • pre-literacy skills • developmental reading disorder
It is vital that children read books in order to develop their literacy skills, as these abilities are the building blocks of academic achievement.
improve literacy skills • literacy skills of children • develop child's reading abilities • pre-literacy skills • developmental reading disorder
Ways to Improve Drawing Ability
Why do some people have a natural drawing ability and others struggle with drawing even the most basic of subject matter?
improve drawing ability • drawing technique • the secrets of sketching • tips on how to draw • hints on drawing
Why do some people have a natural drawing ability and others struggle with drawing even the most basic of subject matter?
improve drawing ability • drawing technique • the secrets of sketching • tips on how to draw • hints on drawing
Learning Disabilities in the Workplace
Learning disabilities (LD) not only impact a child's academic ability, they may also interfere with a person's performance in the workplace.
learning disabilities at work • adults with learning disabilities • accommodations at work • modifications in the workplace • job accommodations
Learning disabilities (LD) not only impact a child's academic ability, they may also interfere with a person's performance in the workplace.
learning disabilities at work • adults with learning disabilities • accommodations at work • modifications in the workplace • job accommodations
Terms Used in Asperger's Syndrome
This article is about the terms commonly used in Asperger's Syndrome.
asperger's syndrome • terms
This article is about the terms commonly used in Asperger's Syndrome.
asperger's syndrome • terms
Curing Dry Skin Problems, the Natural Way
Learn how Beneficial Fats contribute to Great Health. Notice how your hair shines and your skin becomes smooth and soft. Gain other health benefits too.
soft skin • smoother skin • moisturiser • shiny hair • better skin
Learn how Beneficial Fats contribute to Great Health. Notice how your hair shines and your skin becomes smooth and soft. Gain other health benefits too.
soft skin • smoother skin • moisturiser • shiny hair • better skin
Danny Glover - A Smiling Humanitarian
Overcoming many obstacles, Danny has won numerous acting awards.
danny daniel glover • black actors workshop american conservatory theate • escape from alcatraz • places in the heart 1984 • the color purple 1985
Overcoming many obstacles, Danny has won numerous acting awards.
danny daniel glover • black actors workshop american conservatory theate • escape from alcatraz • places in the heart 1984 • the color purple 1985
Near Death Experiencer Roland Dell
Pastor Roland Dell felt Jesus beside him after suffering a heart attack and being rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. His story of that experience is fascinating.
near-death experiences • pastor roland dell • lightship ministries • united evangelical church of america • coast guard
Pastor Roland Dell felt Jesus beside him after suffering a heart attack and being rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. His story of that experience is fascinating.
near-death experiences • pastor roland dell • lightship ministries • united evangelical church of america • coast guard
Recently Published Books On Autism Treatments
Countless books abound on diverse treatments and therapies designed to help children and adults with autism. Following is a short list of some of the most recent ones.
books on autism treatments • books on autism therapies • biomedical intervention • brain balance • rapid prompting
Countless books abound on diverse treatments and therapies designed to help children and adults with autism. Following is a short list of some of the most recent ones.
books on autism treatments • books on autism therapies • biomedical intervention • brain balance • rapid prompting
Design Your Own Spelling Curriculum Without Paying for a Book
There are spelling lists listed all over the web for no cost. Now you can take those lists and add in games, worksheets and study aids to make your kids top spellers.
spelling • homeschool • frugal • curriculum
There are spelling lists listed all over the web for no cost. Now you can take those lists and add in games, worksheets and study aids to make your kids top spellers.
spelling • homeschool • frugal • curriculum
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