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Best of RAR: Is My Child Dyslexic?

Oct 11, 2023

Learn about dyslexia as a genetic brain wiring difference. Discover the signs and misconceptions of dyslexia. Hear personal experiences and strategies to support dyslexic children. Reflect on grammar programs and success in English. Explore the connection between dyslexia and math. Challenge myths about dyslexia as a learning disability.

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Dyslexia is a genetic brain wiring difference that affects language acquisition skills, not a learning disorder or a sign of low IQ.

Recognizing dyslexia at a young age is essential to provide systematic reading instruction.

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Understanding Dyslexia and its Genetic Nature

Dyslexia is a genetic brain wiring difference that affects language acquisition skills. It is not a learning disorder or a sign of low IQ. Dyslexic brains process language differently, and they excel in areas like entrepreneurship and invention. Children with dyslexia often struggle with reading and spelling, have difficulty with phonics, and may exhibit reverse letters or skip words. It is crucial to acknowledge dyslexia and provide support, accommodations, and a reading-rich environment. Remediation is possible at any age, and programs like Orton-Gillingham can be effective. Accommodations such as audio books and assistive technology can also help dyslexic learners.

Introduction

2min

Understanding Dyslexia: Signs, Misconceptions, and Support

3min

Understanding Dyslexia as a Learning Difference

16min

Reflection on Grammar Program and Success in English Major

2min

Excerpt from 'While Everyone is Sleeping' and Discussion on Dyslexia and Math

3min

Supporting Dyslexic Children: Strategies and Techniques

18min

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On today’s Best of Read Aloud Revival episode, I’m replaying one of our most popular episodes.

Without fail, at every homeschool conference, at least one person comes up to me and says, “Dyslexia was not even on my radar until I listened to the episode with Marianne Sunderland.”

And that’s because most of us don’t understand what dyslexia really is and the signals to look for in our kids. And we don’t know what to do when they do show signs of having a dyslexic brain.

It’s important to remember that a dyslexic brain is not a disorder. Nothing needs to be fixed. It’s the way God made your child’s brain. And it’s genetic, so it’s the way God made your brain or your husband’s brain too.

Dyslexia means your child processes language differently, which means we need to teach dyslexic brains in a way that makes sense to dyslexic brains.

If you have any academic frustrations with your kids of any age, listen to this episode. Even if dyslexia is nowhere on your radar, I encourage you to listen. You might be surprised.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Dispelling myths about dyslexia as a learning disability or sign of low intelligence
Signs and signals to look out for beyond difficulties with reading
How homeschooling can provide better support for dyslexic kids than traditional schools

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Best of RAR: Is My Child Dyslexic?

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Understanding Dyslexia and its Genetic Nature

Importance of Early Diagnosis and Systematic Reading Instruction

Addressing Writing Challenges and Promoting Strengths

Creating a Supportive Homeschool Environment

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