This week I share my recommendations of books about dyslexia, sessions to support the dyslexic learner and offers from Nessy for great dyslexic programmes to help with reading and spelling.
Kate Griggs
Last week I read the really interesting book ‘This is Dyslexia’ . This book was published in 2021 and is written by Kate Griggs, the founder of the global charity ‘Made by Dyslexia’. It is a great guide for dyslexic individuals and also gives lots of information about dyslexia for parents, employers and educators. ‘This is Dyslexia’ explains how the dyslexic mind processes information differently to the neurotypical brain and how dyslexic employees have the skills needed for the everchanging workplace environment. The book is set out in a dyslexia friendly format and there are also lots of QR codes throughout the book, which will link you to inspiring videos. Kate Griggs is an award-winning campaigner and dyslexia advocate, who has been researching dyslexia for many years. She also wrote the lovely children’s book ‘Xtraordinary People’ which helps dyslexic youngsters understand and celebrate the strengths that come with dyslexia.
Nessy offer
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SEND Station
SEND STATION offer various short courses and I have attended one of the sessions regarding the alphabet arc previously, so I can definitely recommend it. An Alphabet Arc is a good way for children to have visual and multi-sensory support to practise blending and segmenting to read and spell. It helps practise the sequence letters of the alphabet and understand the alphabetical code, a skill that is essential for reading and spelling. If you’d like to learn how to use an Arc and have your very own set of Arc resources join Sarah Singleton’s master class Alphabet Arc session. This session is just £9.50 per delegate which includes booking fee, handouts, resources including an Arc and Certificate of Attendance. Follow the link to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/163964681777 or go to https://www.sendstation.co.uk/ to discover more sessions that are on offer.
and Finally…….
The most important things in life aren’t things, but people, places and memories.
With Christmas approaching, remember 'your presence is more important than your presents'.
Instead of a video about the Science of Reading this week, here is a video about the Science of Kindness…..
Have a good week. PJ 🙂
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