Understanding Dyslexia

Early Intervention for Kids With Dyslexia

Early Intervention for Kids With Dyslexia

When we first began our dyslexia journey, we were told that our 7 1/2 year old son was just a late bloomer.  We adopted a wait and see approach to his reading delays.  It is now known that early intervention for kids with dyslexia is vital. That boy did learn to read...

Could it be Dyslexia?  Signs of Dyslexia

Could it be Dyslexia? Signs of Dyslexia

If you know little about dyslexia, you may be wondering, how to know if someone is dyslexic or not. There are quite a few signs of dyslexia that are easy to observe. This is the first post in a 5-day series on Teaching Kids With Dyslexia to Read.  Read the entire...

Why Labeling Kids With Dyslexia is Good

Why Labeling Kids With Dyslexia is Good

Whether or not to 'label' a child diagnosed with dyslexia is a common concern among parents. As the parent of 7 kids with dyslexia and a passionate dyslexia advocate, I strongly believe that labeling kids with dyslexia is a good thing. Why Saying Dyslexia is SO...

How and When to Get Tested for Dyslexia

How and When to Get Tested for Dyslexia

  Do you suspect your child has dyslexia? Deciding to have your child tested for dyslexia is a big decision. We are going to take a look at how to test for dyslexia and when to make that decision. If you prefer to listen to this post, click on the player below:...