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 parents should understand the signs of dyslexia in their children.
Educational psychologist, Zoe Pennant shares a personal reason as to why parents should understand the signs of dyslexia in their children.
The Write Offs – Reviewing the Channel Four documentary about Dyslexia.
Channel Four has launched it’s documentary, The Write Offs. Presented by Sandi Toksvik, The Write Offs seeks to widen the public understanding about dyslexia. Here is my review of the programme. #TheWriteOffs
Concentration & Dyslexia: What could help your child to focus on homework at home?
With children with dyslexia often reluctant to spend time studying at home, are there things that we as parents could do to help our children to boost concentration and actually enjoy studying? This article shares some tips that could help your child to enjoy learning more.
Dyslexia Show Virtual coming up at the end of September
Latest information about Dyslexia Show Virtual taking place this month with news on my webinar about what parents can do to help build the self-esteem of their dyslexic children.
Five Reasons Why Touch-Typing Could Help A Dyslexic Learner.
Dyslexia is a spectrum of strengths and weaknesses. For some dyslexic learners, being allowed to use a keyboard to produce school or college work is so much better than pen and paper. In this article I explore five reasons why using a keyboard effectively is great for some dyslexic learners.
Assistive Technology that should be standard in schools.
What would happen if assistive technology was standard in schools? Read on to see my ‘shopping list’ for technology that boosts confidence and attainment.
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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 & Inclusion: What strategies work in providing a differentiated classroom environment in KS2?
So what differentiated strategies work in a Key Stage 2 classroom to support the learning of dyslexic pupils? As a parent of a dyslexic daughter who didn’t get effective differentiated learning in KS2, I was keen to learn more and share what I found with you.
Which aspects of learning impact on the self-esteem of a dyslexic student?
We are looking for pupils and students who have dyslexia to complete our survey about how they feel about being a student with dyslexia especially with their self-esteem. Please complete our survey ONLY if you are a student aged between 11 and 21. Please share this article. Thanks.
Homeschooling & Dyslexia: Resources For Parents
With a recent dramatic rise in pupils being moved into a homeschooling environment, how do parents prepare themselves for teaching a child with dyslexia? This article will provide homeschooling parents with a bunch of resources that could be useful.
How To Study With Dyslexia.
In this article I am going to share information and resources that you can use to encourage a dyslexic student to improve the learning experience.
The SEN Jigsaw 2019: A Overview By John Hicks.
On June 8th 2019, parents and specialist teachers came together to discover the latest information and resources related to Special Educational Needs. Open this article to find out what happened and be one of the first to be told when the SEN Jigsaw 2020 will be taking place.
The Human Cost Of Dyslexia Result Pt 4: Exploring The Human Cost Of A Child Having Dyslexia
This is article four of four sharing the data gained from a collaboration with the British Dyslexia Association to survey parents about the emotional or ‘Human Cost’ of dyslexia. The topic focuses more specifically on the ‘human cost’ of a child having dyslexia.
The Human Cost Of Dyslexia Result Pt 3: Family Dynamics
This is article three of four sharing the data gained from a collaboration with the British Dyslexia Association to survey parents about the emotional or ‘Human Cost’ of dyslexia. The topic in this article being about dyslexia and family dynamics.
We are supporting The Dyslexia Show, Birmingham NEC,March 20th and 21st 2020
In this article I will share with you why I am supporting the launch of The Dyslexia Show, a new independent event taking place on the 20th and 21st March 2020 at the Birmingham NEC.
Five Top Tips For Teaching Maths To Dyslexic Pupils.
How can teachers help dyslexic pupils when it comes down to teaching maths? Maths teacher and headmaster of St David’s College, Andrew Russell shares how tackling the fear of maths and self-defeating beliefs can be essential for successful learning. Read on for Andrew’s top five tips (and for an obvious mistake!).