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.
Three strategies for helping a dyslexic child to learn spellings.
Three strategies for helping a dyslexic child to learn spellings. Ed psych, Zoe Pennant shares her top three strategies for helping a child to learn spellings that work at home and at school.
Why do Mums recommend dyslexic children using touch typing at school?
Hear what Mums are saying about helping their dyslexic children to do better at school using touch typing skills and try this free test to see how good you or your child are at touch-typing.
Dyslexia and Channel 4’s The Write Offs: Dean shares his important message.
Dean from Channel 4’s The Write Offs shares an important message about wasting the potential in young dyslexic minds at school. In this exclusive article, Dean reveals his final speech from the show in it’s entirety and it is for parents and teachers alike. Martin Kemp from Spandau Ballet and Eastenders also makes an appearance in this article. Please share.
Sign this petition from the BDA to get diagnostic assessments and targeted support for children funded in schools.
Lets petition the UK Gov to provide funding for diagnostic assessments AND specialised support for our dyslexic learners so that they can unlock their potential. Please share this article.
GoRed For Dyslexia: International Dyslexia Awareness Month has arrived!
October’s International Dyslexia Awareness Month has arrived. Check out this article for the latest news and resources and find out how you can get involved. #GoRedForDyslexia
Understanding Neurodiversity
Are you supporting a child with dyslexia? Then this infographic from Prof. Amanda Kirby will give you a better understanding of how being a dyslexic thinker works as you consider the wider world of Neurodiversity.
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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.
Homeschooling a dyslexic child: A review of ‘Reversed’ by Lois Letchford
In this article I am going to review a lovely book about the highs and lows of a mother, Lois Letchford who home-schooled her son, Nicholas, who was essentially written off as being able to learn by his teachers in school. Reversed, by Lois Letchford will be for you if you are looking for inspiration for the support of your child.
Why don’t schools see poor behaviour as a cry for help?
In this article I want to share some thoughts I am having about poor behaviour in schools not being seen as a cry for help and how when this happens a child actually gets held back in releasing their potential. With a change of perspective our schools could really make more of a difference to the lives of dyslexic kids.
I am sorry it is going to be a rant…
What can it feel like to take notes when dyslexic?
When dyslexic it can be really challenging taking notes. Often these have to be taken under some kind of time pressure within school or college. This YouTube video from The Bell House shows an exercise that you can do to experience the difficulties of note taking for a dyslexic student. I have also included some tips that help too with some insights into how to use technology such as Soncent’s Audio Note Taker.
Dyslexic students will now find it easier to use technology in exams.
The Joint Council For Qualifications have just made it easier for dyslexic students to be able to use technology to support them as they take exams. Find out more how this applies to you.
Things not to say to someone who is dyslexic.
Have you seen this wonderful video from BBC 3 about what you shouldn’t say to someone who is dyslexic? It is a really good overview of some of the challenges that comes with being dyslexic.
How Can I Boost My Child’s Self-Esteem? Tips For Parents From A Parent.
If we are to help our children and young people to be the best that they can be despite the challenges of being dyslexic, then we need to be able to boost their self-esteem. How do we do that? Find out more. Please share this article.
What Parents Can Do To Help Their Children Learn More Effectively In School.
Mother of Sophie, Bambi Gardiner wasn’t happy with the support that her child was receiving in school. Bambi developed ways that helped her daughter to learn more effectively and in this interview Bambi shares some tips that you can use now to support your child.
Which aspects of learning impact on the self-esteem of a dyslexic student? The Results.
This article shares the results from the recent survey on aspects of studying that affects the self-esteem of dyslexic students. What are your thoughts?
Why the summer holidays are essential for dyslexic pupils.
The Summer holidays are almost upon us and the dyslexic children in our care are going to be exhausted. This article explores what we can do to help them to rest up , recharge batteries but also re-focus ready for when the Autumn term hits.