Dyslexia is an unexpected difficulty in learning to read. Dyslexia takes away an individual’s ability to read quickly and automatically, and to retrieve spoken words easily, but it does not dampen one’s creativity and ingenuity. (The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity) It is believed that one in five people are dyslexic.
Signs of Dyslexia:
Remembering names and difficulty pronouncing names
Using the wrong word in writing or speaking without realizing it
Extreme Work-habits
A discrepancy in verbal and written communication
Trouble estimating how long task will take
Avoid reading in front of people
Staying on task
Amusia
And many more
Gifts of Dyslexis (from madebydysliexia.com):
Visualizing – Interactions with space, senses, physical ideas, and new concepts
Imagining – Creating an original piece of work, or giving ideas a new spin
Communicating – Crafting and conveying clear and engaging messages
Reasoning – Understanding patterns, evaluating possibilities, and making decisions
Connecting – Understanding self; connecting, empathizing, and influencing others
Exploring – Being curious and exploring ideas in a constant and energetic way
And more!
Resource videos:
The True Gifts of the Dyslexic Mind
Resource websites:
The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity
Boulder Valley Kids Identified with Dyslexia
International Dyslexia Association
Resource Youtubers:
Resources Podcasts:
The Dyslexia Quest (Search where you listen to podcasts)
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