Difficulty in reading, writing and sounds ✅ A) Dyslexia

 
Dyslexia 

•         Difficulties and Negatives

•         Reading

•         Reading can be slow, inaccurate, and hard work—especially with new or unfamiliar words.

•         Difficulty reading fluently (speed + accuracy).

•         Spelling

•         Struggles with correct and consistent spelling.

•         Words may be spelled how they sound (phonetic spelling) rather than how they look.

It can also affect grammar, challenges, self - esteem and more. 

The positives are that people can be creative and talented, strong visual-spatial reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. 

Creative thinking

Problem - solving

Visual Spatial reasoning

Strong memory for stories

Resilience and determination

 

Reading Support for People with Dyslexia

Why Reading Can Be Difficult

• Dyslexia affects how the brain processes written words.

• Reading may feel slow, tiring, or frustrating.

• Some people mix up letters, lose their place, or struggle to remember what they’ve read.

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Helpful Strategies and Resources

1. Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts

• Examples: OpenDyslexic, Arial, Calibri, Open Sans, Verdana.

• Why they help: Clear shapes, wider spacing, and easier letter recognition.

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2. E-Readers

• Change font size, letter spacing, and background colour.

• Some allow tinted backgrounds (e.g., cream or pastel) for easier reading.

• Examples: Kindle, Kobo.

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3. Text-to-Speech

• Software reads text aloud while you follow along.

• Great for reading emails, articles, or e-books.

• Examples: NaturalReader, Voice Dream Reader.

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4. Audiobooks

• Listen to books instead of reading.

• Some apps highlight the words as they are read aloud.

• Examples: Audible, Calibre Audio, Listening Books.

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5. Simplified Text

• Books with shorter sentences and plain language are easier to process.

• Examples: Barrington Stoke, Dog on a Log Books.

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6. Graphic Novels and Comics

• Combine pictures and text for easier understanding.

• Help with following the story visually.

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7. Assistive Technology

• Reading pens scan and read single words or sentences.

• Specialist apps like Omoguru adapt text for easier reading.

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8. Orton-Gillingham Approach

• Structured, step-by-step reading method.

• Uses sight, sound, and touch to help with word recognition.

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9. Easy Read Documents

• Use simple words and pictures.

• Helpful for instructions, information sheets, and guides.

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Where to Find Resources

• Dyslexia-friendly books: Barrington Stoke, Dog on a Log Books, Bloomsbury.

• Audiobooks: Listening Books, Calibre Audio, local libraries.

• E-reader apps: Kindle, Kobo.

• Assistive technology: Omoguru, C-Pen Reader.  Teaching Strategies for Students with Dyslexia