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Subject: Dislexic parent Author: cat [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 06:13:41 03/26/09 Thu Iam a dislexic parent, my son is 5, his teachers say he is not reading as well as he should be and that more reading needs to be done at home. I have tryed to explain that iam dislexic and that he is reading better than I can, Iv enrolled him in a book club, I take him to story corner events ect, but they are still displeased with his progress. How can some one who is unable to read well teach a child to read perfectly. I have run out of ideas. Any one with any sergestion on what i can do please please please reply [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: John (Compassion) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 15:52:40 04/27/09 Mon Dear Cat, My first suggestion to you would be don't be too hard on yourself. Don't be hurt by the ignorance of others. Some highly qualified and experienced professionals are specialised in other expertise and training. Sometimes, they just don't have the humanity they think they have. I suffered public humiliation as a child in primary school. I went on to get a degree in science and to make world first scientific observations. My literacy issues did affect my career, but I had a fulfilling and productive career. I supported a wife and four children who are all working adults now. I enjoy the grandson I have. Remember the things that really matter. Have fun with your son. There is some great advice on the site. There is one that says don't labour the reading (the small things). Make it fun, enjoy it. Your son's reading may develop naturally. If it doesn't, so what. There is fantastic inclusive technology now and it's getting better all the time. I'm using Dragon NaturallySpeaking now. There are great tutoring programs for reading and other things, like arithmetic. See if you can get advice from an educational psychologist, or at least a support teacher at your son school. I can see your son is quite fortunate to have your support.

[> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: Linda Ryan [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11:52:43 05/04/09 Mon Maybe you can find a child in your neighborhood that can read with your child. Kids love kids and the older ones are smart. Good luck! Try the school librarian to see if she knows of an older kid that lovessssssssss books!

[> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: Alix [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 23:00:23 05/04/09 Mon Have you thought of having him read to you? It worked with my children. Any time they were having trouble on any subject, I asked them to tell me about what they were studying. It's nice to see their eyes light up when they catch on.

[> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: christine sopoliga (don't give up hope) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 07:25:00 05/07/09 Thu Did you know children can get excess to the blind and dyslexia through your county library. This should be where you live. This would be books on tape. If you check books on tape this might help you.Being able to listen and look at the words helps me remember them. I graudated and I am sure your son can to.

[> [> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: John (Yes, a good approach) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11:20:29 05/08/09 Fri I think this is on the right track. To get your son to ENJOY reading in whatever form is the ultimate aim. To maximize his own potential as a functional reader is important too. If he ENJOYS the 'print' material in whatever form, he will persevere. In the end, we maximize our OWN potential. Assistive technology can be used to make the learning process easier ON BOTH OF YOU. Google your regional and the world dyslexia associations for advice on this. [I too have completed tertiary education and have had a career of over 30 years professional work. More importantly, I have had a happy and balanced personal life too.]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Dislexic parent Author: John (P.S.) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11:40:16 05/08/09 Fri Your local librarian should be of great help in liaising with the Dyslexia Associations. If the librarian does not know about this field of education, it's time the librarian learned about it. The school might need to back off. Dyslexia is a biological reality, not an attitude problem. Look through this forum and you'll find heaps of people who have dyslexia and have completed university degrees. The school needs to look to the individuals intelligence, aptitudes and skills. The full spectrum of these comes with dyslexia. Studies have shown 40% of persons with dyslexia show superior abilities in other intelligence or skills areas. Give a copy of this thread to the school and the librarian, if necessary. I can get references to show them if necessary.