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Subject: A lost in life dyslexic


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Anna (frustrated)
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Date Posted: 06:10:48 08/20/08 Wed
Hello, I am not quite sure where this goes and who can help but I have just realised that I am possibly dyslexic. I have spent all my life feeling inadaquate and stupid and made to feel stupid by a lot of unkind people who are able to function normally in the world! I have only just started admitting this due to the posibility that I am dyslexic. My sister has always been noticably dyslexic, I however have quietly struggled. School was a disaster and the accademic side to college was a nightmare. Essays were hell and reading a mass of information overwhelmed me and I just could't absorb information. The only thing I have ever excelled at is Art. So I have pursued this but always have felt that Art was a drop out subject as many people say and have said to me. A lawyer once rolled his eyes when I said I was an artist. I got that a lot and it didn't do anything for my self esteem and confidence. When I left college I found it hard to get a job as all the forms I had to fill in wanted my GCSE'S which weren't good except Art and at a push english, maths was a joke, well I won't go on but the rest wasn't good. I had an Art degree but felt that wasn't good enough. I have just never been able to function in the world like other people it seems and dyslexia would explain a lot!!! I am 35 and feel I want to study something and better myself but I am terrified of college and learning because I find it so difficult. I don't feel I am stupid but feel something lets me down, my brain just doesn't function properly. Can anyone suggest what is the best thing to do. If I am dyslexic I wouldn't like to know how I can help myself and reach my potential, Can anyone out there in the cyber world give me any advise?

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Subject: My 9 year old daughter has Dyslexia


Author:
Brandy (upset)
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Date Posted: 09:47:47 08/07/08 Thu
I feel like I'm at a dead-in-road, My 9 year old daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia at the age of 6, I have been fighting with the school for 3 years now trying to get her some help, and they wont do it. She is now 9 years old, going into 3rd grade this school year, and is just reading on a 5-k level. She is not mild, but very severe. In first grade they told me it was normal that she was writing back ward ( she would right perfect morror), you could hold it up to a morror and read what she had on the paper, and they want to tell me it is normal, now she is going into 3rd grade, and still can't read, write, or spell anything. Is there anyone out there that can help me with this PLEASE. I don't know what else to do or how to go about doing anything else. I really don't have a lot of money and can't afford to have her go see a special teacher a lot. She dose talk to someone once a month, but that really don't seem to be helping. On top of the severe dyslexia she is also ADHD. Please help! Thank you.

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Subject: foreign language study


Author:
Jules
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Date Posted: 04:54:09 08/05/08 Tue
Just wondering if anyone has any views or adice about dyslexic children learning foreign languages. My teenage son was allowed to drop French and German (compulsory in his high school) after two and one year respectively. It seemed too much to cope with while he was struggling so much with english spelling. Does anyone have any success stories?

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Subject: dyslexia


Author:
wayne (frustrated)
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Date Posted: 13:07:42 08/12/08 Tue
my wife and i are from N.j. we are seeking help with our son every one has put us on a waiting list ,, he needs help nowm who do we turn to

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Subject: Dyslexic Children are not handicapped


Author:
e. morl
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Date Posted: 19:03:49 01/14/08 Mon
I am an adult who is dyslexic. Growing up it was not recognized. I always thought it was fun to take a book to a mirror and read it. The same is with vehicles which have their descriptions written the normal way, but seen backwards in the mirror. When I realized that I was different was when I was in my 40s, and I was able to read slides that were upside down and backwards. The I discovered that this ability was considered strange. I have a daughter & a granddaughter who are dyslexic. My daughter has learned to cope with this; my granddaughter is just discovering that the way she views and reads is different from other and causes problems.

I do not view this as a disability, but as a gift which makes us special. It is true that we have to learn to conform to what society considers normal, but we should be allowed to know that this ability is a special gift. Make a child feel that what is normal to them is wrong and a handicap is detrimental to the child.

I have told my granddaughter that this is a special gift, that even though she must learn to read & write as society dictates, she has the right to recognize that this ability is not wrong that it is a part of them. My daughter & I had to learn the hard way. She hid it from us, and learned to cope alone. She has become a special person to be in that she is able to live in a world where she is different, and yet uses that difference.

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Subject: A Booked called "The gift of dyslexia"


Author:
sandy
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Date Posted: 11:37:38 05/14/08 Wed
I have been reading the book: "The gift of dyslexia". It gives hope that the dsylexic person can learn to use dyslexia to their advantage. Does anybody know anything about this book?

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Subject: summer help


Author:
Kirsten
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Date Posted: 12:22:12 06/06/08 Fri
My 9 year old son was recently diagnosed with dyslexia. He has a high IQ and was also diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome. I chose not to send him to summer school and am planning on working with him at home. Does anyone know of a good program to use that would be appropriate for homeschooling for just the summer? I don't want him to regress and everything I have found so far just mentions spending time reading. That hasn't gotten him anywhere in the past. Please help!

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Subject: School not helpful wth son's dyslexia


Author:
C atherine Spears
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Date Posted: 11:26:52 08/12/08 Tue
Hello. I am so frustrated with my sons school. They have a dyslexic teacher and program for children up to 3rd grade that do not have an IEP, but since my son is in the 6th grade and has an IEP he can't be seen by this specially trained teacher. So I guess the school will keep given him the help they have for the past 5 years that hasnt helped. What do I do???? The school said they have been giving him insturction that is based on the Orton-Willingham program for years now, but why then is he at a 2nd grade reading level??

Something does not jive! Arizona parent with child in a charter school.

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Subject: TRYING TO FIND INFORMATION REGARDING HAVING DYSLEXIA OR NOT ?


Author:
Leigh Summerfield (Hopeful)
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Date Posted: 03:43:42 08/08/08 Fri
I am trying to find information regarding having dyslexia or not. I am now an adult with my own children and I am finding it hard to teach them maths. I have always had major trouble with maths and can not even do basic primary school maths, I can read just fine, though in school I was below average until I reached about 14 or so. I just cannot get maths to work in my brain, also I have trouble with everyday tasks, like the other day I had to set up pins for a game of ten pin on carpet for the kids and I kept setting them up in a mirror image fashion, like my brain could not see the proper way to place them, also I for a long time done things in a roundabout way, like my husband says, I do things in the opposite way, and I can also get stuck working out ways to to do tasks, like my brain just stops. I want to know if this is related to dsylexia or not, as I cannot find out what this is and I feel to silly to go the doctors, when I have done this all my life. Is it normal to mirror in=mage everything or to do it backwards or in roundabout way or doing the hardway as my husband says, thankyou for any information you have on this subject, thanks
Leigh S :)

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Subject: I want research please


Author:
Mahsa
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Date Posted: 07:58:53 08/13/08 Wed
hi

I'm Mahsa I'm studying psychology. My thesis is about music effect on learning disability . I think that you can help me because I want researches or thesis about this topic. please help me and send me researches if you have.

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Subject: Dyslexia diagnosis... help!


Author:
momof2 (sad and confused)
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Date Posted: 15:19:53 11/23/07 Fri
Hi-

I am actually glad to be here because I finally have answers, which I am thankful for. I also am lucky to live in a big city with lots of options for treating my daughter. What I am confused about is why I feel like I do. I thought I would be relieved to finally know what was wrong. Now, every mispronunciation, "dyslexic" little thing she does breaks my heart and this little voice in my head says "oh yeah, she's dyslexic... we've got a huge battle ahead" We just found out last week... is this normal? If so, how long does it last? Will it stop once we actually decide on a plan and start doing something about it? She is in private school and we are NOT telling anyone other than her teacher, who already knows, for a host of reasons. Sometimes I feel so sorry for her, sometimes I just wonder how in the world she doesn't get some things. Please don't attack me, I KNOW feeling this way is wrong, which makes me feel even worse. My youngest daughter had a cleft lip and palate and just finished speech and OT in August so maybe I am just exhausted. Any advice or if any one else felt similar I'd like to know how you got through it and how long it lasts. Thanks.

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Subject: MRI and EEG Study of Dyslexia


Author:
CFMI
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Date Posted: 11:22:23 08/11/08 Mon
The Center for Functional and Molecular Imaging at Georgetown University’s Medical Center seeks participants between the ages of 5 and 21 to participate in our studies of the brain mechanisms related to dyslexia. This study will involve tasks that probe the motor responses and visual perception process.

What does participation entail?
We use an innovative technique high-density EEG and functional MRI to study neuronal correlates of cognitive performance. Participants will be asked to participate in several tests that will assess cognitive abilities, physical capabilities, and motor coordination. Electrical signals of the brain will be recorded from the scalp during some cognitive tasks. Also, MRI will be used to look at the areas that light up in your brain during these tasks.

Criteria:
To participate in this study, subjects must not have any metallic implants or braces. Participants should not be smokers or take prescription medications on a regular basis. Also, subjects must not be pregnant and must be able to cooperate with the EEG/MRI examinations.

Compensation:
Subjects are paid $20 for each hour spent during recording of electrical signals from the scalp or spent in the MRI scanner. Subjects will also be paid $10 for each hour of behavioral testing. Subjects may commit to several sessions lasting 1-2 hours each. You will also receive pictures of your brain! Free parking is included.

Contact Information:
To schedule a phone interview and testing visits, subjects (or parents) may contact us through email at cfmirecruit@georgetown.edu, or by phone at (202) 687-0655.

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Subject: Positive with dyslexia


Author:
A.M
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Date Posted: 05:20:19 08/11/08 Mon
Having had my son dianosed with dyslexia,it has brought a sense of relief and understanding,as it has in a way,brought some kind of clearance to some of the frustations experienced by my son and my family.The burden and torment for him has been lifted in some small way.As a parent i have tried to inform myself as much as i can and doing the dyslexia cert course has been a great help and insight,with the hope and result of benefiting my son and his learning style.Being an un-cooperative child at times,which i believe to be due to lack of confidence and frustration,it can be hard to approach methods and strategies with him,but i found making a split list with things he is good at and things he finds difficult,it was very successful as a confidence builder to start with,there was a great response and it was suprising for him as he didnt realize all the things he was good at and so few he found difficult,i would recommend it!
There is help in all forms be it professionally or through a parent/gardian,make it POSITIVE - turn it into a strength not a weakness,great things can come from dyslexia,it can just get lost in the fog of frustrations,filtering out what these great things are?.... then there will come positivity and confidence!

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Subject: repeat kindergarten


Author:
Leia
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Date Posted: 07:57:09 04/22/08 Tue
My daughter has not been tested yet for dyslexia. However, I am 99% sure that she has it. We have a STRONG family history of it and she has just about all of the signs related to dyslexia. She went to kindergarten this year and socially has done exceptionally well, academically , however, has been a challenge. Her wonderful teacher has helped my daughter every way possible and has been incredibly patient and understanding with her. She even praises my daughter for the 4/10 spelling words she gets right on her spelling tests. I love this teacher. My daughter is on a list to be tested this summer at a major university where we live who specializes in children with dyslexia and children who learn differently. The kindergarten teacher, my husband (her dad) and I have been discussing fo the last few months what to do about moving my daughter on to the first grade. We go back and forth. We have discussed sending her on to first grade and just seeing how she does, homeschooling her, or repeating kindergarten just to give her that extra year to mature and to maybe pick up some of the skills and lessons she did not learn during kindergaten this year. I beleive now that we are leaning toward he repeating kindergarten. She is a very bright, sweet, smart, loving, funny, wonderful child but struggles with letter recognition, letter retention, she reverses almost all letters and numbers, she can write for example the letter "L" three times in a row, if you move on t othe next letter, and come back to "L" a minute later she cannot recall what letter that is. The funny thing is that she's a really gifted little artist. Her teacher and the other parents are always amazed at her paintings and drawings. Our biggest fear is that she will move on to first grade and be overwhelmed by the academic standards required of her and loose all self-esteem and love of learning. Right now she is very self confident, loves going to school (it's a small private school) and she has a good time. I guess my question is, has anyone made thier dyslexic child repeat kindergarten and was it a good or bad decision? I am hoping that one more year of kindergarten will let her cement the knowledge she already has and hopefully retain somo of the things she did not learn this year. Plus it would give her one more year to mature and maybe handle things a little better when she does move on to first grade. Anyway, thanks and any response or info would be great. I am beginning to feel overwhelmed by all of this already and I am afraid that the next 12 years of school may be really tough on all of us.

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Subject: above average reader


Author:
fiona
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Date Posted: 05:01:30 08/09/08 Sat
it has recently been suggested to me that my 9 year old son could be dyslexic due to poor short term memory and problems with maths and spelling. However he is an excellent reader, with a reading level of 11 years and 10 months, is very articulate has a good grasp of the english language and vocabularly. From what I've read this doesn't seem to add up. He has some traits but not others so I'm not sure what to think.

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Subject: Groups for homeschool dyslexics


Author:
Patti
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Date Posted: 11:55:46 07/22/08 Tue
I am homeschooling my dyslexic son, age 10.We would love to find others in our situation. We live in south central PA.Anyone out there??????? thanx

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Subject: testing an 11 year old boy


Author:
lucas
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Date Posted: 11:07:49 08/02/08 Sat
I have an 11 year old son who I believe is dyslexic but the school keep testing him and they are not equipped for his problem so they will not address dyslexia. I am dyslexic and I just want to help him. I don't live with my son but I am in touch with him, his mom, and his teachers constantly. They live in pennsylvania does anyone know of any support groups that might help me in finding a school

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Subject: Dyslexia and workplace


Author:
louis
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Date Posted: 02:24:36 07/17/08 Thu
Hi all this is my first post,

I am in new job and boss knows i have hidden disabilitys) but i feel althought he is making provisions to help me with it as a good boss would, i feel the rest of team and him are ostracising me and trying to push me out of job (making me quit) What do i do? as i know i cant say i left because i was fired due to my dyslexia but i am feeling i have to leave .. happens every job
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Thanks
Louis

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Subject: Using My Frustration for a Goal


Author:
Susanne
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Date Posted: 06:26:26 08/01/08 Fri
I am a 37 year old mother of two that was diagnosed with dyslexia I always thought I had it, but now I know. Growing up with this problem made me a very Frustranted and determined child. I am using this attribute to Swim Lake Ontraio next year. Last year I successfully took on the challenge of swimming 19.2 km across Great Lake Erie. I completed this swim in a record time of 8 hours, 14 minutes.



In 2009, I plan to take on a 50km swim across Lake Ontario, which is a much bigger, stronger and colder lake. My starting point would be Niagara-on-the-Lake, USA with completion at Marilyn Bell Park in Toronto, Canada.

This swim is far more complicated than the Lake Erie swim, and requires a great deal of financial support. It is believed the swim will cost around $10,000 for boats, crew, food, and all the necessary precautions to ensure my safety as well as the safety of everyone there to support me on the day of the swim.



I am set to begin my training in the next couple of months, and I am looking forward to the process of marketing my swim. I have many ideas of how to go about raising the funds necessary to make my dream a reality. The reason I am writing this post is ask any of you if you have sponsoship ideas or would like to contribue to this great indever. Dyslexia has formed whom I am today and whom I will be tomrrow. It has taught me to try and try harder even if it seems like the world is pushing back with a much greater force. I may not be able to spell but it will not hold me back from accomplishing my Goals. Many doors have been closed to me because of my dyslexia but I will continue to open new ones. If you want more information on my swim or would like to contribute please contact me at robinsonsusanne@hotmail.com



Thank you very much for your assistance.

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Subject: Multi-sensory Teaching Strategy


Author:
Helen davies
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Date Posted: 02:55:04 07/30/08 Wed
The majority of dyslexic children experience confusion over the direction of "b" and "d". I like to use this teaching method: to remember the letter "b". Say "First the bat and then the ball." Form the down stroke of the bat first; saying "b"---bat, then the ball comes after it. Each time the child writes he/she says "b-bat" making the down stroke.
To remember the letter "d" say, " First the dog's body then the tail". Form the dog's body first. Say " First the dog then the tail." Saying "d-dog" as you write.

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Subject: Curiculum, Labels, Teacher-training


Author:
Ann Thompson
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Date Posted: 09:21:57 07/31/08 Thu
Does anyone really give serious consideration to what skills are critical in education?

Reading seems a basic need, but information can be had orally and visually through various media. Have we considered larger print with wider spaces between words and MUCH narrower columns for dyslexics? For some, these accommodations make a HUGE difference. (Seems we are still laboring under the illusion that every person in the world has identical eye function if we just "teach it right"). For more on this please see "Narrow Columns for Dyslexic Readers" on the Learning Disabilities Research Community website (ldrc.ca).

In Math, it amazes me that we still expect all students - regardless of directional and reversal issues - to be able to mentally manipulate (spin and flip) 2-dimensional geometric images! Some adults report that they get a headache just thinking about this...

What is essential?

Should grade 8 students be using a calculator for two-digit calculations?

And does absolutely EVERYONE have to be able to read at age 6? How silly! Why not allow re-teaching (using MORE than just intense phonetic approaches) AT EVERY GRADE LEVEL? We already know dyslexics have a poor track record with phonics; why not try other methods?

Teachers are "trained", not "educated". Very few are expected to do any independent professional reading. They are told what read, which forms to fill out, how to think. Schools are founded on an out-dated "bright-or-dull" paradigm that just can't adjust quickly enough to new scientific findings about human variability.

Children continue to be labeled according to old standards instead of being valued for the skills - however "non-academic" those skills may be - that they naturally possess. Small wonder so many quit. The damage is done in the VERY early grades when the child struggles with reading/printing/arithmetic. By the time he/she arrives in third grade self-concept is already damaged and the labels are in place.

It's time to sit down and re-invent schooling. This will be a herculean task that will require the co-operative effort of parents along with educationists. (Teachers have a very difficult time admitting that parents know anything...)

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Subject: Excellent writing programme


Author:
Adele
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Date Posted: 12:35:01 07/29/08 Tue
Hello everyone!
Some of you may already know about this super computer programme Clicker 5. For those who don't, Clicker 5 is a writing support tool for any subject area and can be used in school and/or at home. It helps students to build their own sentences by selecting words, phrases and pictures. They can hear single words being spoken before they choose which ones to use. Completed sentences will also be spoken back to them and as each word is being read out it is also highlighted. Which certainly helps students with their independent reading and writing.You can print out work, make books, matching activities,animated presentations - the list is endless! What's more is that it is supported by hundreds of free teaching resources which you can download and adapt to your own/students needs and abilities! Some people may find it expensive but it is well worth the money!! To find out more click on www.cricksoft.com
Anybody else know of any other good software programmes/downloadable activity websites?

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Subject: Fine Motor Control


Author:
Mistie Caruso
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Date Posted: 13:13:19 07/27/08 Sun
This year I worked with a group of third grade students with dyslexia. While working with my group of students I quickly noticed that there were two distinct handwriting patterns within the group. The first pattern was the students that very slowly and methodically formed each letter regardless of writing in manuscript or cursive. The handwriting of these students was legible and did not change regardless of the activity presented. I felt that this group actually had a harder time with fine motor control than the next. The second pattern was the students that seemed to scribble the words down in small very slanted manuscript. These students tended to prefer to write in manuscript versus cursive. I did notice that when the students with this writing pattern were presented with activities that provided word banks or the activity focused only on a single spelling pattern that their handwriting was much more legible. When this same group was given a “spelling test” at the beginning of each new lesson that reviewed prior “spelling rules” the handwriting of this group became extremely illegible. I felt that the students were trying to “hide” any spelling errors with their handwriting due to the improved handwriting when given a word bank and when the activity focused on only one “spelling rule”. Is this truly a pattern or my imagination? Have any of you also noticed this while working with your groups?

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Subject: Questions--Aud. Proc. problems vs. dyslexia


Author:
Cheryl B.
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Date Posted: 12:57:37 07/21/08 Mon
I have been reading/researching much about dyslexia, b/c I have a son whom I am convinced has it. There is so much confusing info. out there. Can anyone tell me for sure if dyslexia is the result of an Auditory Processing Disorder or is this something that may or may not accompany dyslexia? Are they really the same thing maybe and different terms are used by different people? Some of what I've read also seems to hint at that dyslexia can be induced and that there are different kinds of dyslexia. I've had people tell me its no big deal that my son is dyslexic, and other sources say its too important not to do anything. I am currently using the Sue Barton Reading and Spelling System and my son is making some progress, but I don't know how much to expect or not and how soon. I would greatly appreciate input and advice. THANKS!!!

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Subject: Reading with a dyslexic child


Author:
Helen
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Date Posted: 11:46:55 07/24/08 Thu
I would like to share another method that parents can use when listening to their dyslexic child read. Instead of reading to them or listening to them read, I like to read along with the child. This builds up the child's confidence and they learn the words by hearing the parent read them. When the child is reading well using this method, the parent stops reading and the child continues on their own. If at any moment the child experiences difficulty with a word, the parent once again starts reading along with them.

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Subject: Teach Your Child The Times Tables!


Author:
Nikki
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Date Posted: 00:03:52 07/23/08 Wed
If you are a parent who is frustrated by their inability to help their Dyslexic child master the Multiplication Tables, then check this out:

http://hubpages.com/hub/Find-Out-How-To-Teach-Your-Dyslexic-Child-To-Outperform-The-Other-Kids-In-Tables-Tests

Nikki
Also FREE pages available at:

http://hubpages.com/hub/Teach-Your-Child-The-Times-Tables-FREE-PAGES

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Subject: Can the school just ignore dyslexia?


Author:
maggie
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Date Posted: 12:30:44 04/07/08 Mon
I have 2 sons ages 16 and 8. My oldest was tested several times in elementary school for learning disabilites and he was never found to have any. After that the school just put him on the back burner and forgot about him. I have just watched him struggle all this time thinking that if he has no disablity then why does he struggle. My 8 year old is now showing signs of reading difficulties as well and,like his brother, the school wants to test him for learning disabilites but they say they can't test for dyslexia. What can I do?!

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Subject: Support for Parents


Author:
Dawn
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Date Posted: 06:05:40 05/27/08 Tue
I am the mother of a 12 1/2 year old with dyslexia/ADHD; I am trying to find an online support group for myself. My daughter is in the 7th grade, and is doing well in school. My concern is high school... she's not eligible for services because she is "doing too well". she does well because of her tutor and all the support she gets at home. I find myself having trouble keeping up with her school work/projects. i'm trying to increase her independence with her school work. maybe i'm expecting too much from her... not sure what to expect... anyone know of a good book for parents ...

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Subject: In the process of being diagnosed


Author:
Malinda (frusturated)
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Date Posted: 12:34:44 05/22/08 Thu
My daughter is 10 and when she was in the 2nd grade our pediatrician said she thought she was dyslexic and told us to talk to our school about it. Well, I did some research and found that some of the signs matched her and talked to the school. Nothing ever came of it because they said there wasn't enough evidence to test her. My mistake I guess, I let it go and now she is in the 4th grade and she has continued to have low confidence and has trouble in math and reading and has horrible spelling. She meets 3 times a week with a reading specialist who now says that she wants her tested for Dyslexia because she should have outgrown some of the characteristics by now and she hasn't. I have done A LOT of research on Dyslexia and she matches so many of the signs. I know she is. I met with her teacher again this week and she told me she is day dreaming a lot in class. They just finished the testing so we should know what "the school board" decided on the matter next week. I just hope they finally diagnose her so she can get the help she needs. This process has been frusturating because it seems like we are just to leave our child in the hands of someone else. I should have forced the issue two years ago and she could have been doing better by now. If the school board feels for some reason she isn't Dyslexic is there anywhere else I can take her to be evaluated and get some help? I live in Texas. Thanks

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Subject: Support System for Single Parents of Dyslexic Children?


Author:
Teresa
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Date Posted: 08:05:27 07/11/08 Fri
I am a recently divorced mother of a wonderful 9 yr. old daughter. I also have a 15 yr. old son. Part of the reason for the divorce was the lack of family support by their Dad and when my daughter was diagnosed. It was too much emotionally for everyone to handle and I had to make a choice to free up that emotional energy. My kids are doing better. I crave the companionship of talking some things out and brainstorming challenges with another adult. I don't want to date, don't get me wrong. She is my main focus right now and keeping my head above water for my son preparing for college in three more years.

Anyone know of any chat groups or resources for single parents shouldering the responsability both financially and personally for a dyslexic child?

Thanks!

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Subject: Classroom seating position


Author:
Joanna
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Date Posted: 12:21:46 07/20/08 Sun
My tutor suggested I share this with you:

Classroom seating position

Pupil C is a 10 year old Belgian boy in the final year of his primary education . Pupil C was new to this school two years ago having spent the previous four years in the USA due to his father’s work .

When he joined us we immediately saw that he was a reluctant reader and speller in both English and French . He was referred to a French speaking speech and language therapist who confirmed his difficulties, attributing them in part to his bilingual situation and to an international move during his formative years.

Pupil C has already repeated one year of his primary education and we are now trying to give him the tools of the trade to deal with secondary education in September 2008 .

If left to choose where to sit in class, pupil C invariably chooses a rather anonymous corner in the back row . He was observed for a week, sitting in this position and many slips in copying off the board, noting down homework for the wrong day etc were noted . It was also apparent that he had considerable difficulty finding his place on the board , resulting in frustration on his part. Indeed, copying homework off the board into his homework diary represented a real chore for him and he often had to finish it off during a break-time resulting in further frustration as he is a keen footballer and needs his break-times to feel good with his friends.

The ‘green’ blackboard in pupil C’s class presents little glare and pupil c does not complain that letters jump around . However, he does complain about the white board used in science and technology, saying that he loses the numbers and writing . He also complains of headaches after a science lesson – no doubt due to screwing his eyes up as a recent eye check-up was fine;

When pupil C was moved to the front of the class, it was easier for the teacher, who is aware of his problems, to keep an eye on him . Pupil C does not enjoy being at the front, he feels far too conspicuous, but with the support of his teacher he is becoming more comfortable in this position and is seeing that it really helps his copying from the board and consequently his time management .
It also means that his teacher can keep a discreet eye on him to check he is on the right page etc. when copying from the board .

Pupil C’s form-teacher has adopted the following to help pupil C :-

1. She has informed all the other teachers that he should sit towards the front of the class

1. She has instigated a class copy of the homework diary . This is completed by herself daily and remains on her desk in class . If any child needs to finish copying or a child or parent wishes to check something , they have easy access to a correct and complete record . This initiative has been greatly appreciated by pupils and parents alike . It is also very useful when a child has been absentand needs to check what homework he/she has missed ;

3. A solution for the whiteboard glare has not as yet been found other than giving pupil C a photocopy of the key points on the board

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Subject: Famous Dyslexic People Assignment 3


Author:
Adele
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Date Posted: 12:31:29 07/18/08 Fri
Hello everyone! I am currently taking the Certificate in the Teaching of Children with Dyslexia course. I thought I would share with you my approach to the practical exercise Famous Dyslexic People. The student I worked with had great fun with this activity and achieved much success.

At present I am working a dyslexic child who for the purpose of this exercise I will call Daniel. He has low self-esteem and lacks confidence. We completed the confidence building exercise making lists of things he was a good at and not so good at. I downloaded the pictures from the Famous People with Dyslexia file, which I then made bigger and laminated. I didn’t tell Daniel that all these people had Dyslexia. Initially we looked at the pictures and I provided name labels for these for him to match. Daniel was engaged right from the beginning and identified the people he recognised such as John Lennon, Tom Cruise, Whoopi Goldburg and Robin Williams. He didn’t ask why we were looking at these pictures and I didn’t offer an explanation.

We placed these out on the floor, as this was where Daniel chose to work as we ran out of room on the table. Daniel told me what he knew about these people and what he liked about them and didn’t like. I scribed his responses under each of these pictures and he volunteered to write too. In the following sessions he brought in some of the DVD’s he had of films these people had been in, articles he had found and picked up advertising leaflets for Richard Branson’s company. Daniel is very good at Art and I showed him the pictures of Leonardo Da Vinci and Pablo Picasso. I explained who they were and what they had achieved using visual aids, such as books, video, models and pictures showing their paintings. He was amazed at how much money these pictures were worth!

I asked Daniel if he could see any resemblances between himself and any of the people we had discussed. At first he said that they were famous and he wasn’t. They had lots of money he didn’t! I asked him to look at what they were good at. We listed these such as good at acting, singing, painting etc. I took out the work Daniel had done previously about what he was good at and we went through them. We then compared his notes to the ones we had made on the famous people. I gave him some stickers to put alongside the similarities between himself and the famous people. I sat back and watched the expression on his face as he realised that there were quite a few! His whole body language changed to a more positive pose. I asked him how he felt. He said he felt good because there were lots of things they were good at that he was good at too. He then went quiet for a while. I asked him what he was thinking and he said that these people were much cleverer than he. He then proceeded to tell me the things that he couldn’t do and had difficulty with, he then ended with they don’t have the same problems as me. I couldn’t help but smile. I explained that all the people we had talked about had Dyslexia just like him. At first he didn’t believe me. I then explained the difficulties they had, how they over came them and how they were determined not to let their difficulties to get in the way of their work and dreams. Daniel said that he would do the same and said he was going to work hard.

The work Daniel had done with me in these sessions was put into a portfolio and entered as part of an AQA accreditation unit. He was as proud as could be when a certificate was awarded to him in assembly! What a bonus!

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Subject: Might my son be dyslexic?


Author:
jilly
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Date Posted: 12:46:31 06/09/08 Mon
My son is 15yrs old, a superb athelete in football, cricket, volleyball, boxing, and golf. However he has struggled at school and academically for a very long time. He cannot seem to concentrate on any subject apart from sports. His handwriting is dreadfull, and he has difficulty in getting down to any task, whether it be at home or at school. He is constantly late for school, and it is an effort getting him out of bed in the morning. He is always acting the fool, and has been disruptive in class and rude to his peers, quite often getting after school detention for his behavior, which he always maintains that it is unjustified. in a cocky cheeky manner. He is disorganised and forgetfull. If we ask him to do a job around the house we ask him 10 times, and find that he is pre-occupied with something on television. He is studying for his gsce's, all his coursework is far from up to date, and his grades in mock exams are very low. We have been frustrated with his behaviour, urging him to knuckle down and concentrate on his school work because it is such an important year. We have arranged for him to have extra tuition after school, the first 2 x sessions he did not bring a pen with him. We are constantly in touch with the school, we get e-mails every day telling us that our son has forgotten to bring such and such, has left his book at home or his homework, or that a piece of coursework is not upto standard. He has his head in the clouds or so it seems most of the time...but people said that i was the same. My son is a wonderfull caring boy, and we love him very very much. But what we thought about him being lazy, and a typical teenager suddenly made us think again when he told us that one of his teachers wants him to take a dyslexia test at school tomorrow. I would appreciate any words of advice. Many thanks Jilly

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Subject: dyslexia and behavior


Author:
DM
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Date Posted: 13:44:25 07/15/08 Tue
When my almost 7 Yaer old son, who was diagnosed with moderate to severe dyslexia about 2 months ago, goes to the doctor or dentist he has a severe anxiety attack. He thinks he's going to do well until he gets there but then just loses it. Does this behavior have anything to do with dyslexia? I'm not sure how to deal with it. Has anyone experienced any of that?

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Subject: Teaching Dyslexic Children The Times Tables


Author:
Nikki
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Date Posted: 14:20:50 07/12/08 Sat
This is a challenge faced by the parents of many dyslexic children. Please take a look at this resource. If you like what you see then please leave a comment.

thank you.

http://hubpages.com/hub/Find-Out-How-To-Teach-Your-Dyslexic-Child-To-Outperform-The-Other-Kids-In-Tables-Tests

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Subject: searching for help


Author:
laura (joyful)
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Date Posted: 17:37:00 07/10/08 Thu
I AM SEARCHING FOR RED COLORED OVERLAYS

I CANT FIND THEM IN OUR TOWN

OR RED SUNGLASSES

I USE THEM TO HELP ME READ

LOOKING FORWARD TO REPLY

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Subject: Tomball ISD Job posting for RTI/Dyslexia Coach


Author:
Cindy Hudson (Personnel Dept.)
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Date Posted: 09:59:51 07/09/08 Wed

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING
Tomball Independent School District


2008-2009 OPENING
In keeping with the provisions of School Board Policy DC (Local), Paragraph 1, notice is hereby given of position openings in Tomball Independent School District.


POSITION: Response to Intervention / Dyslexia Coach

LOCATION: Curriculum and Instruction


QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Master’s degree preferred.
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
Minimum of three years of classroom experience.
Reading specialist certification preferred.


CONTRACT PERIOD: 202 days
SALARY: $47,745.00–$62,270.00
SUPERVISOR: Asst. Supt. C&I
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2008

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD PRESENT THEIR APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:

Mike W. Williams, Director of Personnel
Tomball Independent School District
221 West Main Street, Tomball, Texas 77375
Telephone: (281) 357-3100
Email: cynthiahudson@tomballisd.net
Date Posted 07/01/2008
The Tomball Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, and or employment practices. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, at 221 West Main, Tomball, Texas 77375-5595, 281-357-3100, Ext. 232, and or the Section 504 Coordinator, 1302 Keefer St., Tomball, Texas 77375-5595, 281-357-3140.

Please send resumes to cynthiahudson@tomballisd.net

Thank you,

Cindy Hudson

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Subject: Dyslexia Research Study


Author:
Sarah Illingworth
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Date Posted: 14:17:32 06/30/08 Mon
Hello,

I am a graduate researcher in the Psychology Department of Oxford University and am currently carrying out research into dyslexia and how the brain is organised, using a non-invasive imaging technique called Doppler Ultrasound.

I am looking for adult (18-38 yrs-old) dyslexics to take part in my study. It takes place in Oxford in the Psychology department, lasts 1.5hrs and participants are paid £10 for participating, and can learn about their brain organization in regards to language.

Participants need to speak English as a first language and have normal hearing. They should have a prior diagnosis of dyslexia and are asked to bring a copy of the report from their Educational Psychologist if they have one.

I will be testing throughout July and if you are interested in taking part, or would like me to send you a full information sheet/answer specific questions please email me at

sarah.illingworth@psy.ox.ac.uk

Best Wishes
Sarah

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Subject: Feature Film


Author:
Rosemary Engelhardt
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Date Posted: 10:36:00 06/30/08 Mon
taarezameenpar.com

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We will be having a feature film at the Guilderland Public Library with a young student w/dyslexia.
Please contact the Reference Desk @456-2400, x-7 for further information.
Rosemary Engelhardt
Reference Librarian
Guilderland Public Library
2228 Western Avenue
Guilderland, NY 12084
518-456-2400 ext. 7

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Subject: Dyslexia Research


Author:
Eleni
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Date Posted: 05:35:58 06/29/08 Sun
Hello
I am performing a research titled “Parents of children with dyslexia: affects of perceptions and coping on school performance”.
I am looking for participants so if you are interested please e-mail me. I will send you the information sheet, questionnaires and answer to any questions. It will not take long to answer.
Thank you

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Subject: Is she too young to be screened?


Author:
Tracey-ann
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Date Posted: 03:04:04 05/22/08 Thu
My daughter is 5 years old and is in Reception we live in Spain and therefore the school starts here at aged 3 . Her teacher has approached me in view to do a dyslexia test for her, this is not being performed by a governing body simply by the head of her primary department using a screening software but the results will also stay on her school file.

She was born 3 weeks premature and then unfortunately had severe health problems and spent a further 2 weeks in Intensive Care on life support. She was a slow developer in all areas walking just before 18 months and lazy with her speech. She is very shy and quiet at school and in company outside of the family home.

The school has noted that her reading and writing is of sub standard ie getting her p and d when writing them but doing them fine at home and i and e's in speech, but is this not "normal" for a 5 year old ? When working with me and her dad and sister at home she is absolutely fine it seems she clams up in a school classroom from the pressure they are putting on her. She is getting quite stressed about it for instance last night I was up with her all the night because she was crying and worried that she is not clever enough in the class which crucifies me as she is only a baby still in my eyes and should not be getting stressed out at such a young age at school . I do agree that she needs more attention with her reading and writing even though she knows her alphabet, recognises letters, and main key words, I am not in denial about the fact that I need to work with her more at home but from your professional advice is she not too young to sit this test for an accurate diagnosis ?

I appreciate your comments

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Subject: is my student dislexic


Author:
Blissten Followell
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Date Posted: 15:56:59 06/04/08 Wed
I am a preschool teacher and I had a new student start a couple days ago. She is writing her name AIVILO when in fact her name is Olivia. I have seen her write it the correct way 2 times also. She tells me she likes to write it like that and I will ask her to fix it and she will go sit down and come back up with it the exact same way. I have seen children do this before but they normally can fix it when I ask them to. I was also writing letters and numbers on the board and when I put the number 6 on the board she told me it was 9 and then when I wrote 9 on the board she told me it was P. I believe these are signs of dislexia and I would like to know how to help her out with this. I figure in Kindergarten they will do more to help but I just need to know if there are any tactics to help her in the mean time just to get her on the right track. Also she is 4 years old and has glasses I dont know if that has anything to do with it either. If you could help me I would dearly appreciate it. Thank you

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Subject: 13 yr old dyslexic boy found to be not dyslexic


Author:
robbin (toyboy)
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Date Posted: 20:18:35 06/07/08 Sat
My son was diagnosed as dyslexic at age 10. he is not 13 and was tested for an IEP. I am told that he is not nor ever was dyslexic. he had a developmental delay and now has "closed the gap" in his learning. Does anyone have experience in this type of matter. What is the second diagnosis is incorrect?

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Subject: dyslexia


Author:
john (lost)
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Date Posted: 08:27:36 06/26/08 Thu
Hi
Im dyslexia im 43 an im shocked at the amount of ppl how are able to tell you you are dyslexia but not the amount of pll to really help,it frustrateing an its lead me in to all sault of trubles with in my life as for sports very good but after awhile my engery went after doing my back in sliped disc which has left me in limbo land no work ect wont ever be a pen pusher so im stuck maybe in my 30ty i should of beeen able to do easyer jobs but then mangerment involes writeing typeing ect again back to hard laber work it a shame as ive tryed over the years to get help an when ive tryed ? ive been left walking around colleges asking is there a dislexia classes were ppl how were surpost to help me have sent me to these place were there wasnt the classes as they said which upset me an pulled away seem ive gone full circal an im trying again with a college taken me 4 to 5 years to do so an it still mite not happen.why ive typed this message is to let you now what you all readdy no? an it a wast of good ppl an talent an the fact these ppl have familys that suffer becase they cant fit in after the back gose or the enrgey? it a case of only if i walk that path would i now how it feels to be dyslexia if you can find ppl how have the right outlook on these ppl suffring with dyslexia again awast of ppl lifes or the time with in there lives ty for letting me moan about this .

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Subject: This helpes children with Dyslexia learn how to read.


Author:
Bill (Happy)
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Date Posted: 10:29:31 06/24/08 Tue
http://flipflopgames.com/index.html
Pumpkin Breakout

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Subject: memory games


Author:
Becky
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Date Posted: 04:37:44 06/22/08 Sun
Hello does anyone know of books out there that help improve short term memory.

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Subject: Jobs for people with dyslexia


Author:
Rita (Help)
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Date Posted: 06:15:28 03/14/08 Fri
My son has been dyslexic all his life. As a small child I knew something was different but did not realize what it was. He had severe asthma from birth. He had to live on high amounts of breathing medication and steriods for years. He developed ADHD which is a side affect of the medications used over a long period of time. He had difficuly reading, spelling and doing math. I taught him at home except 3 months out of each school year because of health issues. Sixth grade he started attending public school more days. Teachers didn't understand his disabilities. He was very coperative and quiet in class but had difficulty comprehending instructions and needed one on one tutoring. In seventh grade, one of his teachers resented his condition so greatly, he humiliated my son by placing him in the hall way with his back against the wall and talking down to him in front of the whole class. My son came out to my car after school in tears and his whole body shaking from being terrified and humiliated. He suffered many things in school from students and teachers. He no longer has the extreme asthma as he did growing up but still has to avoid certain chemicals and scents and cannot stay out in cold weather. He is now 22 years old. He got a job about 2 years ago working at the board of Education as a computer technician. The Board of Education had a lay-off and my son was one of the employees to be laid off. Since he has not been able to find a job. We have searched and searched for jobs. Most people look at him and make excuses not to hire him. He has a nervous twitch at times. He works on computers somewhat and types but no one in this area seems to be willing to hire him. He needs a job with someone who is willing to train him further in his abilities. Years ago, on the job training was available and many learned the skills they have from on the job training. Now a days, it seems that if you do not already have the skills for that job, you probably will not be hired. Do you know any companies who train and hire people who have dyslexia. My son is not stupid, he picks up on people's attitude towards him and gets offended. He has become somewhat angry because of the way people have treated him for years. He plays several musical instruments and has a miniature recording sound board. He loves to recording amateur CD's for people singing. But yet no one wants to hire him. He works on people's computers in the community but not many wants to pay him. He restores, takes off virus's, reformats, sets up programs, etc. but needs to further his knowledge with computers. I do not have the money to send him to college. He is so nervous he can't sit still long enough to learn in classroom and cannot endure sitting for hours doing home work. He is intelligent in some areas. He has also had some Bible Class in school. He knows some Bible history and scriptures. He can explain things that shock me. But yet no one will hire him. Where do we go from here? Is there someone who knows how to help us. He needs a job to support himself and a wife that can help him on a daily basis to remind him of the things he forgets to do for example: reminding him to take money to work with him just before he leaves out the door or he will not be able to buy lunch that day. I tell him when he is going on a trip or going out to eat with someone to take money but no matter how many times I tell him he still forgets to put it in his pocket, so, I have to ask him as he is ready to go out the door, "Did you get your money to buy your food?" His answer is generally,"No!"
I say, "Go back and get your money!" I have to watch his every move making sure he will have what he needs for the day. I have tried every method I can think of to help him think for himself. But as of yet, he still forgets. My younger brother has the same problem, but he married a wife that watches his every move. She has become his life saver. My brother is intelligent in areas. He plays professional music, directs music in a church in colorado, teaches music in a school, also has a music school after school hours and hired other professional music teachers to help teach. He also does music recordings and uses computer. But he cannot keep up with his wallet or his shirt or shoes or etc. His wife accomodates for his disabilities. She keeps up with the bill paying, running errands and etc. She really works toward helping him succeed. I truly appreciate her love for my brother. I am hoping for a wife for my son who is willing to do the same. My husband has dyslexia and I also have to accomodate his disabilities. But as of now, my son needs a job extremely bad. I am 50 years old and am developing some health problems. I want to die with the peace that my son can support himself and have a wife that can stand by his side for as long as he lives. If anyone can help please send information. Please e-mail me at godschild120@hotmail.com. Thank You

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Subject: School for these children.


Author:
Voula (confused)
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Date Posted: 21:29:39 05/03/08 Sat
We live in Canada and my son is dyslexic.He was tested in Vermont at the Stern Learning institute at 5 y.o.He is now 6 y.o.At 3 y.o we noticed something was wrong,but were told it was a language problem.He has been seeing a language therapist since then.
He is in a strong private bilingual school.Although we have had some support,we have to pull him out and put him in a unilingual school.This is in his best interest since his reading has been suffering in both languages.(French and English).
Our dilemma:Send him to the only local Dyslexic school or send him to a small English private school.The private school is willing to accomadate him ,but most of the tutoring will be arranged by us.
Factoring the tutoring ,both schools are equal the cost.
We have been given different advice.
The Stern center told us to keep him in the English private school that has the small class size and recommended the ongoing tutoring.
Some books favor the dyslexic school.
PLEASE HELP.

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Subject: purchasing of books for children


Author:
sue (happy)
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Date Posted: 11:48:06 06/04/08 Wed
could somebody please send me addresses and telephone numbers where i can purchase reading books for children with dyslexia. so desperate for these addresses.

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Subject: my child


Author:
jackie (confused)
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Date Posted: 19:21:37 05/07/08 Wed
I got the letter and the Doctor call Monday that my child is dyslexic and in two days I have gone through many emotions and have already found that our school system isn't very supportive.

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Subject: 3-year-old


Author:
J
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Date Posted: 12:15:09 05/29/08 Thu
My daughter is 3 years old. Today, she wrote her name backwards. I've seen no other signs of dyslexia. She knows her shapes, can count, speaks normally. Do I have something to worry about?

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Subject: Theatre for Dyslexic


Author:
venia (happy)
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Date Posted: 13:36:27 03/28/08 Fri
Hello everyone. I am a stage actress but I also have a instrest in a career in education. At the universty I went to, study acting I learned that skills used in acting can help dyslexic children. I think it is called process drama, or theatre education. I am a dyslexic person myself, and I have a dream of not only using theatre drama to work with dyslexic kids I want to start Theatre for dyslexic.It would be a theatre company in which the plays will be put on by dyslexic children and in time adults as well.

It's a dream I have but it's a little scary to start. I could use some advice on what steps I need to take to get started? Does anybody know anybody out there that is using process drama, or theatre education, I could use some advice.I really belive using the arts as a teaching tool can not only help a dyslexic in school , but raise their self-esteem as well. Please feel free to e-mail with any commment and suggestions.

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Subject: Handwriting


Author:
Joanne Gammage
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Date Posted: 18:02:27 05/27/08 Tue
I have discovered that to help my son relax while he is writing, I get him to stop what he is doing. Then using his index finger in a tray of rice grains or sand he traces the figure eight lying on it's side. As he relaxes the movement becomes more fluid and he can return to his writing which comes a little easier to him. It also helps to practice letter formations in a handwritingbook to get used to the lines and movements of letters and numbers.

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Subject: Dictionary help for dyslexics


Author:
singingwitch
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Date Posted: 02:22:54 04/20/08 Sun
The children in my class often say "How can you look up a word in the dictionary when you don't know how to spell it?" I have taken an excerpt from one of my course assignments and hope this information will help. This dictionary is great for ALL children and I think every teacher should have one.
The ISBN no. is 978-1-85503-214-9 and you can get them from Tesco Direct and Amazon at about £7 or £8.

'As spelling is often so difficult for them they should be allowed access to a spell-checker and/or a dictionary at all times. The most valuable of these, in my opinion, has been the ‘ACE’ dictionary which can help any child with spelling difficulties and particularly helps TL as it is broken down into short and long vowel sounds and then syllables, so if a child can sound out the word then they can use the dictionary to find out how to spell it'.

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Subject: QUICK PEN/READING PEN


Author:
Kim (need help)
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Date Posted: 21:54:34 05/25/08 Sun
I have a 12yo with dyslexia that hates to read. She wants to, but gets so frustrated because she cannot read or understand "many" of the words. She says she feels "stupid" because she can't read thhe same books that her peers read. Nothing I say can change any of this; however, I have found an assistive device that I wonder if it would help. It is call the "Reading pen". Does anyone know anything about this product. I would like to purchase this pen for her, but would like feedback. I am desperate to get a device that will help her read more fluently, but not make her feel more self conscious than she does already. I would love all the input anyone can provide. Thanks,
desparate mom with a precious child with dyslexia

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Subject: Affordable programs


Author:
Melynda
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Date Posted: 20:01:49 11/11/07 Sun
I am a homeschool mom because I want to help my first grade dyslexic child. I am just trying to go at her own pace for now and only provide things that I know she can accomplish. However, I would like to find a program or book to use so that she can learn in her unique way that I know she can. I love the Barton System but I absolutely cannot afford it. We are a low-income family. I'm not asking for freebies (although will happily use them if offered) but I desperately want to find something that she will enjoy. Preferably something below $100. Any suggestions?

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Subject: RESOURCE for Learning Disabilities


Author:
Listening Ears, LLC
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Date Posted: 14:16:38 01/26/08 Sat
Information and resources for health professionals, patients, industry, and the public.


1) Listening Ears, LLC provides research-based nuerocognitive interventions including Lindamood-Bell learning processes, PACE/Master the Code, and auditory intervention. Areas of focus include: Learning disabilities, C/APD, Dyslexia, AD/HD, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech and Language problems and other developmental delays and disorders. We provide a FREE program screening and a complimentary consultation to review test results and treatment recommendations. Programs are custom-designed to meet the individual needs of each child. Distant home programming available.

Phone: 480 495-3871
Toll Free: 866-519-8273
www.Listening-Ears.com
info@Listening-Ears.com
Locations: Scottsdale, AZ and Chandler, AZ

2) The Alcott Center for Cognitive Enhancement, LLC provides research-based nuerocognitive interventions including Lindamood-Bell learning processes, PACE/Master the Code, and auditory intervention. Areas of focus include: Learning disabilities, C/APD, Dyslexia, AD/HD, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech and Language problems and other developmental delays and disorders. We provide a FREE program screening and a complimentary consultation to review test results and treatment recommendations. Programs are custom-designed to meet the individual needs of each child. Distant home programming available.

Phone: 800-588-5805
www.ThinkAlcott.com
info@ThinkAlcott.com
Locations: Grand Rapids, MI and Richland, MI

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Subject: Spellchecker for dyslectics


Author:
Ghotit
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Date Posted: 00:03:54 05/15/08 Thu
Hi

My name is Ofer Chermesh and I establish a company named Ghotit (www.Ghotit.com) that develops different internet services that helps dyslexics (5-17% of the population) to perform better in their day to day activities.

For many reasons regular spellchecker don't work effectively with people how suffers from dyslexia Ghotit first solution is an online context sensitive spell checker that is capable to cope with severe spelling mistakes and misused word for example Ghotit will offer a user that spells "I will be happy to meat you at 8 o'clock" to change the word meat to meet.

Ghotit received a good review at:

http://blog.buzvia.com/site-review-ghotit-co-spell-checker-service

http://speedchange.blogspot.com/2008/02/ghotit.html

http://www.ldresources.org/

From Reaching All Readers Conference Ghotit received the title "BEST Online Spelling Tool EVER"
http://reachingallreaders.wikispaces.com/Technology+Supports?responseToken=2b64321ae077d3b17ded7dec3bfa8143



From Teaching Every Student Ghotit received the title "the BEST spell checker for students with ADD"


http://teachingeverystudent.blogspot.com/2007/06/free-technology-toolkit-for-udl-in-all.html

In addition please find below inputs we received from various dyslectics.

I will be happy if you will be willing to try Ghotit.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Regards,

Ofer (ofer.chermesh@gmail.com)

• My god I have been look for this for all-my life, help that understands me. I write with a dictionary and thesaurus and some times cant even find the word looking for. I could not hold back the tears from the emotion then when I worked out how helpful this spellchecker will be for me.

• i really like it and i'm so glad i found it!! it will really help with my homework etc and my teachers wont get angry at me annymore!!

• Thank you for contacting us with your product. I tinkered with the spell checker for sometime this morning, entering common mistakes that our dyslexic students (and ADD) students make in spelling. I must say that I am extremely impressed with your product and would certainly like to further evaluate it with our students over the next several weeks.

• that spell checker is SO good, its actually waaay better than microsoft because it tells you the reasen why you are usuing the correct word. i really like it, its really good!!

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Subject: Can't get our school to test for Dyslexia


Author:
Lissa Christenberry
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Date Posted: 11:16:25 05/13/08 Tue
Our daughter is finishing her second school year in kindergarten. She just turned 7 in March.

In October of 07 at our IEP (Speech/Language) meeting everyone was just at a loss as how to help her with her words. Recogonizing letters sounding out letters etc. Retention was not there either.

We decided to take her to Lindamood Bell for testing. Long story short we went to their program with great results. After 9 weeks we were on track. Lots of hard work went into this. We came back home and changed schools to one that had teachers trained in LMB and seemed eager to help with Sydney's diffeculity. Now here we are and we're losing ground again.

I am sure that she is dyslexic! But the sc