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.
Dyslexia remains ever-present.
Being part of the dyslexic community has afforded me the privilege of attending some truly remarkable activities over the past few months. update on my recent activities related to dyslexia. October and November have been incredibly eventful months in the world of dyslexia. In late October, I had the pleasure of attending the Dyslexia Scotland conference
The Power of Speech-to-text: A tool for Dyslexic Individuals
When we contemplate dyslexia, we inevitably consider the numerous challenges it poses in the realms of spelling, writing, articulation, and the simple act of transcribing thoughts onto paper. These difficulties can often lead to frustration, anxiety, discomfort, and a significant blow to one’s self-esteem.
Announcing the Dyscalculia Show
Announcing the Dyscalculia Show: A Unique Event for Dyscalculia Awareness, in Association with Dyscalculia Network Mark your calendars for the 15th to the 16th of March 2024 because something extraordinary is happening at the NEC in Birmingham. It's the...
Unleashing the Strength of Dyslexia: A Journey of Perseverance
Dyslexia, often known as a learning difference, has been a lifelong companion for me. Contrary to the challenges it presents, I firmly believe that dyslexia a wellspring of strengths that have shaped my journey as an entrepreneur and an advocate for dyslexia...
Embracing Dyslexia: A Week of Awareness and Celebration
I am Arran Smith, and I am a severely dyslexic adult who has dedicated over two decades to the field of dyslexia and neurodiversity. In this blog, I want to share my personal story and my deep understanding of dyslexia and its broader impact on the neurodiverse community.
My Dyslexia Journey
I am Arran Smith, and I am a severely dyslexic adult who has dedicated over two decades to the field of dyslexia and neurodiversity. In this blog, I want to share my personal story and my deep understanding of dyslexia and its broader impact on the neurodiverse community.
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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.
Need CPD training on Assistive Technology? ATEC is back!
If you are interested in Assistive Technology and the benefits it could have for young people, then it is worth checking out ATEC that is taking place on June 29th in Reading, Berks. Full details in this article.
Is the focus on spelling and grammar at school fair?
“There was fear in the classroom and grammar and punctuation were part of that.” Author Michael Morpurgo thoughts about the ‘Michael Gove-mandated lessons’ are a lesson for all who teach children and especially our dyslexic children.
How to inspire a love of reading with John Hicks and Darren Clark.
John Hicks and Darren Clark discuss the positive effects that reading has on a child’s cognitive and social development whilst sharing hints and tips on encouraging your child to learn to read.
Tips for supporting children with Maths difficulties such as Dyscalculia: The Jenga Effect
Maths difficulties can often be experienced by children who have dyslexia and dyscalculia. Cat Eadle from The Dyscalculia Network shares some thoughts on how to tackle maths difficulties and why it should be done early on in a child’s life.
Living with dyslexia.
Some really interesting comments by people who work in the field of dyslexia about what it is like to live with dyslexia on the Twinkl Resources blog. Here are some highlights.
The positive effects of reading and how to motivate our children to read.
How can we as parents motivate our children to read more and what are the benefits of being able to read? Find out more in this latest article from John Hicks.
Dyslexia Show: It happened and it was wonderful!
Coming up in March an opportunity for parents and educators to get updated on the latest thinking, products and services focused on dyslexia. Find out the latest news about Dyslexia Show Live on the 25th and 26th March 2022.
Non-conventional reading is OK! #DEARForDyslexia
#DEARForDyslexia is nearly with us and there are many ways in which we can all get involved in promoting the benefits of reading but we don’t need to read in the conventional way! Find out more.
How I nearly dropped out of Uni because of my dyslexia.
John Hicks interviews Nikita Archer about her experience of discovering that she was dyslexic at Uni and how she nearly dropped out and how getting support from the Disabled Students Allowance changed the direction of her life.