by Arran Smith | Feb 11, 2021 | Mental Wellbeing, Parenting Dyslexia
In this latest webinar from The Bell House, parents asked their questions about dyslexia and self-esteem. So with my parenting coach hat on I set about answering those excellent questions.In the video below, I answer questions about how to view dyslexia positively,...
by Arran Smith | Jan 22, 2021 | Education, Parenting Dyslexia
With this academic year already experiencing so much disruption, it is crucial that the awarding of grades for GCSE, AS and A levels are done appropriately. Whatever your thoughts are about the handling of the pandemic, OfQual are asking for your opinion and we need...
by Arran Smith | Jan 19, 2021 | Mental Wellbeing, Parenting Dyslexia
Can being dyslexic really be seen as being a gift? Parenting and neurodiversity coach shares his thoughts on this positive view on dyslexic thinking.People view having dyslexia from differing perspectives. Some see it as a disability (it supported by the...
by Arran Smith | Jan 5, 2021 | Mental Wellbeing, Parenting Dyslexia
It has happened again! Lockdown 3.0 has arrived and parents across the UK are supporting remote learning for their children again. With dyslexia in the mix, there are things that we can do as parents to help our children improve remote learning outcomes. Check out...
by Arran Smith | Jan 5, 2021 | Mental Wellbeing, Parenting Dyslexia
2021 has started with uncertainty about school closures due to COVID-19. The tier system is causing us as parents to adapt to more change and whilst hope is on the horizon with vaccines coming online, we still need to manage how we as parents cope with now, whilst...
by Arran Smith | Apr 27, 2020 | Mental Wellbeing, Parenting Dyslexia
In this article, I explore the feeling of overwhelm that some parents of dyslexic children across the UK are experiencing as they experience life under ‘Lock-Down’ whilst supporting their children. I will show you a simple strategy that you can use to overcome that...
