Most dyslexic’s are picture thinkers and use this ability to help in their ability to be artists and engineers among many other creative disciplines. They can utilize the brain’s ability to alter and create perceptions. They are highly aware of the environment. They are more curious than average. They think mainly in pictures instead of …
Research has confirmed some children learn better when moving to help them process information. Some might even have symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Fidgeting and squirming is helpful for them whenever they are confronted with challenging tasks. Some Children find it difficult to sit for long periods of time; some classrooms have been …
A dyslexic student has difficulty understanding what they just read or they may get confused with the letters or the words; taking them longer to test. Timed tests fill a dyslexic student with anxiety, causing them to hyper focus on the clock ticking away. As they begin the test they look down at the testing …
There is no evidence a dyslexic font will help a dyslexic reader read easier, faster, or even more accurately. But I do find using a less busy font less distracting, fonts that lack any special flourishes at the end of strokes and have a modern and simple look. I find it helpful to increase the …
Here at ABC Dyslexia Center I do Educational Testing for Dyslexia-reading, Dysgraphia-writing, and Dyscalculia-math, here in Kent Washington. For the reading test: I’ll be checking reading level, sounding out words, & reading comprehension. The Writing test: I’m checking spelling, punctuation, and handwriting. Testing the Math: I’ll be checking basic math skills & attention.After the testing …
