Information and inspiration for those who support dyslexic learners
For more than a decade Studying with Dyslexia has been a trusted place for people who support dyslexic learners. We share guidance, insight and inspiration to help educators, parents and individuals understand dyslexia and the wider neurodiverse world with confidence. Through articles, resources and community spaces we bring people together to learn, to share and to feel supported on every step of the journey.
Why would Phillip Schofield belittle the Dyslexia Screening Bill with Matt Hancock MP?
Simply the greatest opportunity for getting dyslexia support to young children and Philip Schofield used a cheap trick that snatched the focus away from doing lot’s of good. Find out more about The Dyslexia Screening Bill.
Assistive Technology: Reviewing the Orcam Read.
A fantastic piece of technology unlocking difficulties with reading but is the price tag too steep? Check out my review of the OrCam Read.
Assistive Technology: How to help dyslexic undergraduate students collate their research.
John Hicks interviews Jonathan Webb from Pro-Study about the challenges of collecting research for dyslexic students and how he designed a software solution that reduces the stress and overwhelm of looking for references when studying.
Festive fun with Succeed With Dyslexia’s Comic Book Workshop.
Is your child creative? Then join in some festive fun designed to inspire and develop creativity skills for dyslexic learning with this free Comic Book Workshop on the 7th December with Rossie Stone and Darren Clark.
How to remove overwhelm when writing coursework for school.
Parents and teachers watch this video for some actionable strategies for helping your child to express their learning with creative writing or written coursework in KS3 and KS4.
Dyslexic strengths: Empathy is key to your child building wonderful friendships.
Want your child to have fun and build wonderful friendships? Children’s author, Phillipa Warden shares some thoughts on how to nurture a skill that is often strong in dyslexic children, Empathy. Download her resources for developing this essential relationship skill.
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A trusted source of information, inspiration, support and community for everyone who supports dyslexic learners.
Studying with Dyslexia is built around 4 core areas: Information, Inspiration, Support and Community. These areas shape the content we share, the conversations we encourage and the support we offer to educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents and the wider community.
Information
Clear explanations about dyslexia, learning, study and neurodiversity.
Helping people understand what dyslexia is, how it can shape learning, and how strengths and challenges can show up in different ways. Making important ideas feel clear, accessible and useful for educators, parents, individuals, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community.
Inspiration
Understanding lived experience, positive examples and stories that build confidence, encouragement and possibility.
Sharing real experiences and reflections that help people feel seen, valued and understood. Showing how dyslexic learners can recognise their strengths, navigate challenges and feel more confident in their learning journey.
Support
Practical strategies, tools, study ideas and resources that help dyslexic learners thrive.
Providing clear and practical support that helps people take meaningful steps in understanding and supporting dyslexic learners. Sharing useful strategies, tools and resources that can be used in education, at home, in study and across the wider learning journey.
Community
Shared understanding, meaningful questions, discussion, sharing knowledge and learning from each other.
Building positive spaces where educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community can connect, share and grow together. Encouraging supportive conversations, shared experiences and community learning that help people feel understood, included and part of something bigger.
Dyslexia and mental well-being.
What is the relationship between dyslexia and mental well-being and is this being taken seriously?
The impact of inadequate dyslexia training for teachers.
84% of teachers want better dyslexia training. 9 out of 10 parents of dyslexic children think that their teachers need more training. What can teachers do to improve literacy amongst our young people?
Strategies for passing spelling tests.
How can we help a dyslexic learner with their spellings? These three inspirational videos should help!
How to make writing stories engaging with fun lesson plans.
In this article I am thrilled to introduce children’s author, Phillipa Warden. Phillipa is going to share some great ideas for engaging dyslexic learners with story writing.
Does your child have everything they need to read?
Is your child struggling with reading? Maybe they need the right tools to help? This article shares some great resources from #dearfordyslexia that could make a real difference.
Tips for a dyslexic friendly classroom with Judy Hornigold
Specialist dyslexia and dyscalculia education consultant, Judy Hornigold shares some tips on how to make dyslexic friendly classrooms as we look forward to her speaking at the Positive Dyslexia Conference in Liverpool on the 11th November 2021.
Reviewing Mission Dyslexia: A great resource for boosting Self-Esteem.
Reviewing Mission Dyslexia a great resource for helping a child with dyslexia grow positive self-esteem. Win a copy of this book in my latest giveaway.
Experiencing Dyscalculia.
Want to know more about Dyscalculia and how to support a child in class with the condition? Watch this useful video about what it is like to have dyscalculia and download this resource for good practise in class.
Parenting a child with dyslexia: 3 tips for emotional wellbeing.
How are you reacting to your child being dyslexic? Let me share with you three tips for emotional wellbeing that will help you to support your child more effectively.