by John Hicks | Jun 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
This week I have found a video with excellent advice on how to improve concentration and reduce distraction. An aspect of dyslexia can be a reduced level of attention and concentration. If you or someone you support struggles with concentration (dyslexic or...
by John Hicks | Jun 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
Wonderful to welcome guest blogger Cigdem Knebal to the blog this week who has contributed this great 5 step guide to boosting a young dyslexic’s self confidence. Cigdem Knebel – Founder of Simple Word Books Cigdem writes… Dyslexia causes difficulty...
by John Hicks | Jun 27, 2016 | Uncategorized
Today I came across the blog of one Emmett James Driver, the Irish filmmaker. Emmet is dyslexic too and he wrote a post on his blog about his journey as a dyslexic and what he has learnt from his experiences. Irish film maker, Emmett Driver Read on to find the 7...
by John Hicks | Jun 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
This week, my oldest daughter attended a special education needs assessment with a DSA (Disabled Students Allowance) Needs Assessor. She was delighted to find that the assessor felt that she needed a range of equipment and software to support her studies for...
by John Hicks | Jun 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Chairman of the British Dyslexia Association, Lord Addington has recently submitted a bill to the House of Lords to increase the amount of training on common learning difficulties such as dyslexia, for teachers. Across the UK, it is evident from my conversations...
