28.10.21 Books, Research and Dyslexia

In an earlier blog, I wrote about the Science of Reading, which explains how we learn to read and the proven strategies to help learners. This week, I want to tell you about some very inspiring people who are experts in specific learning difficulties; many of whom have helped us to understand the Science ofContinue reading “28.10.21 Books, Research and Dyslexia”

20.10.21 Interesting information, facts and events

Another week has gone by quickly. I do hope you managed to get through last week’s blog all about the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy. I did have some lovely feedback from a couple of teachers who had read it all and advised me that it was really informative. I realised afterwards though thatContinue reading “20.10.21 Interesting information, facts and events”

15.10.21 Structured Literacy and Science of Reading

Well, as I mentioned in my previous blog, last week I received an email from Mike Jones, who is the CEO and founder of Nessy.com and he approved of my blog, suggesting that I use this platform to also share my understanding of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy. Nessy and other dyslexic programmesContinue reading “15.10.21 Structured Literacy and Science of Reading”

8.10.21 Neurodiversity

October is a time to make more people aware of neurodiversity. Don’t forget to look at the ‘Dyslexia’ page on this site for more information and videos (such as the one below from the British Dyslexia Association). Watch and share these videos (including some from famous celebrities) to help promote a better understanding of dyslexia.Continue reading “8.10.21 Neurodiversity”

1.10.21 – Dyslexia Awareness month

During the month of October there are lots of Dyslexia Awareness days throughout the world to try and ensure that there is a greater understanding of dyslexia. The British Dyslexia Association have activities going on throughout their Dyslexia Week 4-10 October. https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/support-us/awareness-events/dyslexia-awareness-week/dyslexia-week-2021 The British Dyslexia Association are focusing on invisible challenges that come with dyslexia.Continue reading “1.10.21 – Dyslexia Awareness month”