What is Dyslexia?
If your child is showing a number of these signs, then a dyslexia assessment can help you to understand that there is a genuine reason for their difficulties, and this can significantly improve self-confidence and learning ability and enable your child to reach their full educational and vocational potential.
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See dyslexia differently
Useful resources
Books
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Can I Tell You about Dyslexia? A guide for Friends, Family and Professionals by Maureen Boon
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Dyslexia – A Parent’s Guide to Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Other Learning Difficulties by Dy Valerie Muter and Dr Helen Likierman
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Dyslexia is My Superpower (Most of the Time) Margaret Rooke
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The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Brightest People Can't Read and How They Can Learn: Ronald D. Davis
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Video
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What is dyslexia? – extract from TED-Ed Lesson by Kelli Sandman-Hurley, animation by Marc Christoforidis.
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British Dyslexia Association. YouTube Channel
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See dyslexia differently – this animation from the British Dyslexia Association seeks to pre-empt misconceptions among young audiences by shedding light on the real challenges dyslexic children face whilst also acknowledging their strengths and potential.
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My Dyslexia Mind – A Newsround Special
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Dyslexia is Rubbish and Brilliant - Dyslexia Scotland