Resources
The journey you are on with your child will be constant. At times it is frustrating and overwhelming, yet also full of indescribable moments of success and awe at what you and your child will discover.
We understand the emotional roller coaster of dyslexia. Be gentle with yourself and your child. You ARE in the right place, and we are ready to guide and listen when you need direction.
Parents crossing paths in our lobby often share helpful exchanges that encourage and connect them to one another. We also help parents in more formal ways and can steer you to a parent driven Facebook group as a source of communication and support.
We have many books, useful websites and special conferences to offer to those wanting to deepen their knowledge. We encourage parents to learn about dyslexia, get engaged, ask questions and be leaders in changing their child’s lives. You are your child’s best advocate, and we are your expert and supportive resource!
Overcoming Dyslexia, Dr. Sally Shaywitz, M.D.
Dyslexia Advocate! How to advocate for a child with Dyslexia within the public Education System.
Understanding Dyslexia
This is a great video by Kelli Sandman-Hurley on how the brain of a dyslexic individual processes language. Watch to understand the importance of the specific teaching methods critical to train the brain to function more effective for literacy acquisition.
This animation by British Dyslexia Association seeks to preempt misconceptions among young audiences by shedding light on the real challenges dyslexic children face.
This handbook contains a array of resources that can be useful throughout a child’s life, from elementary school through college. The degree of difficulty a child with dyslexia has with reading, spelling, and/or speaking varies from person to person due to inherited differences in brain development, as well as the type of teaching the child receives.
IDA Accommodations for Students
Finding the right classroom accommodations and modifications that are appropriate for your student will be important. There will be years they will need very few and years they will need an increase in assistance. International Dyslexia Association has put together a basic list to get you started.