Dyslexia Reading for Kids and Adults

Way to Olympics: Adelle Tracey

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In this edition, we've got a lineup you won't want to miss:

  • Blog of the week: Dyslexia Reading Instruction Methods for Kids

  • #LexicMinds Way to Olympics: Adelle Tracey

  • Trivia: What is "Dyslexia with writing" called?

  • Tools & Tips: Lex AI

  • Featured Videos:

    • For Professionals: Why the Dyslexic Brain is Misunderstood

    • For Parents: How to Teach Kids with Dyslexia to Read | Child Mind Institute

  • Podcast: Dyslexia and Reading Long Emails

Dyslexia Reading Instruction Methods for Kids

Why read me: 

Comprehending how to effectively teach children with Dyslexia to read can make a significant difference in their academic development and self-esteem.

This blog provides insights into how kids with Dyslexia need unique accommodations with reading and what specific, evidence-based methods can support their learning.

Parents and educators can learn what to look for in effective reading instruction and how to advocate for these methods in a child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) for the best possible chance to succeed.

What you get:

  • An overview of the reading development process in children and insights into the unique learning way of children with Dyslexia

  • Descriptions of proven reading programs that support students with Dyslexia

  • Strategies for advocating for appropriate reading instruction within a child’s IEP

  • Tips on finding schools with effective reading programs for dyslexic students

On the Way to Olympics: Adelle Tracey

As the #Paris2024 Olympic Games are coming, the following weeks we have a lightening of a #lexicmind spotlight with Adelle Tracey. She is a middle-distance runner who does not fit in a single box. Tracey has both Dyslexia and Dyscalculia.

🏆 Great Achievements:

  • In February 2022, she won her second national title, contesting the 1500 metres at the British Indoor Championships.

  • Tracey won silver for Jamaica in the 1500 metres event in the 2022 NACAC Championships.

💡 Dyslexia as a Brilliant Advantage:

“My difficulties helped me find my strengths and think outside the box”.

Adelle Tracey

Tracey’s unique mind and resilience helped her get a first degree in Make-up and Prosthetics and a second one in Sports Science. Amazing, right?

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Tools and Tips

TextCortex

Are you looking for a tool that integrates with your daily life and work? Test TextCortex: it may be a lifesaver for you. This powerful AI writing tool helps you reduce your writing time.

Pros ➕

  • No Email Drama: It can help you reply to emails considering the context!

  • AI Web Browser: It has access to online search for your team’s decisions.

  • Better Writing: Highlight a text to improve it on the spot. No worries.

Cons ➖

  • Potentially Expensive: Some features use credits which may need top-up.

  • Results Issues: As any AI tool, some results may not be ideal or need rework.

Podcast

Dyslexia and Reading Long e-Mails

That feeling you get when you get one heck of a loooong e-mail!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4b9B8RqHQR7Ys5Usrt2hgx?si=bff0d3a857af4be8&nd=1&dlsi=5c61d5a9b6724d61

Mind Bites

AI tools are a great help and accommodation for Dyslexic thinkers. Speechify can come in handy as a text-to-speech tool. 🎧

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