Dyslexia Awareness Month
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is an unexpected difficulty in reading in an individual who has the intelligence to be a much better reader. Children and adults with dyslexia struggle to read fluently, spell words correctly, and memorize rote facts such as multiplication tables, among other challenges. But these difficulties have no connection to their overall intelligence. While people with dyslexia can be slow readers, they often, paradoxically, are very fast and creative thinkers with strong reasoning abilities. Dyslexia can’t be “cured” – it is lifelong. But with appropriate early supports, dyslexic individuals can learn to read, write, and spell and can become highly successful students and adults. (Source)
Resources
- Read about the signs of dyslexia
- Fact sheet from the International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
- Video: What is Dyslexia
- Decoding Dyslexia: Resources and October Events
Each week in October, we will feature a message about dyslexia in this newsletter. If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s learning, please contact the school principal and/or literacy specialist. Another great parent resource would be to contact your school’s Student Services Parent Advisory Committee (SSPAC) representative.
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