by Arran Smith | Oct 4, 2021 | Education
Many people think of Dyslexia as a ‘one size fits all’ condition. It is simply not. So check out this collection of resources from a leading college who support dyslexic learners and see what they say about co-occuring conditions and how to support them.At time of...
by Arran Smith | Sep 6, 2021 | Education, Technology For Studying
Once again I am thrilled to be supporting #GoRedforDyslexia that is taking place next month. Read on to find out more.Last October, the international campaign to raise awareness about dyslexia was a huge success literally reclaiming the colour red (that dreaded choice...
by Arran Smith | Aug 23, 2021 | Education
It is widely accepted that touch-typing (for many) is an essential life skill and it seems that Primary Schools are teaching more children how to learn before they get to Secondary School. Here are my top three reasons why this skill is essential to learn.I was really...
by Arran Smith | Aug 18, 2021 | Education, Technology For Studying
We don’t like to see our dyslexic learners struggle with learning but it can equally be frustrating when they refuse support? Why would they refuse support and what can we do to bring them round?As a parent, one of the most frustrating moments I experienced with my...
by Arran Smith | Aug 5, 2021 | Education
I am thrilled to be backing a petition to get the Joint Council For Qualifications to ensure that all hardcopy exam papers are dyslexia friendly using the British Dyslexia Association Style Guide. Mum, Alex Castle is behind the petition that is fast going viral. Read...
by Arran Smith | Aug 3, 2021 | Education
For some children with dyslexia, specific language impairment will be a part of the overall experience of being dyslexic. Whilst every child’s needs are different the resource listed below will give parents some great starting points for developing speech and language...
