Dyslexia is an impairment in the brain’s ability to translate written images received from the eyes into meaningful language and is the most common learning disability in children. Children with dyslexia usually have normal speech, but may have difficulty interpreting spoken language and writing. Follow link for tips on helping a child with Dyslexia. Click here to read the handout: 34 Tips

Please note that this is list of practical tips from HIDA members & that  the list is an “a la carte” menu – you can pick and choose things to try. Not every suggestion is necessary or appropriate for every child. HIDA hopes that sharing ideas will help parents and teachers assist their children with dyslexia.  Below are some samples from this list:

1. Reading is reading.

• Encourage reading of all kinds (comic books and graphic novels, subtitles in Japanese cartoons, “trashy” tabloids, etc.).
• Choose books for your child to read that are below his/her grade or age level. This helps build confidence and allows him/her to enjoy reading. Look in the back of the book for the grade level.
• Read books to your child that are higher than his/her grade level.
• Read books by Dr. Seuss. Dyslexic children have difficulty with rhyming words.