methods for teaching dyslexics

Question 1

spelling lessons

Answer 1

want to know how the language works

helps encourage confidence

helps reinforce practice

Question 2

reading lessons

Answer 2

practice is key

make sure foundations are in place

if there’s visual stress use colour overlays

use buddies higher up in years to help with reading

Question 3

writing lessons

Answer 3

show them that every sentence is a unit of information

Question 4

classroom stress

Answer 4

can lower self-esteem

stress from bullying and feeling inferior

prove to them they are capable

building confidence is key

Question 5

Phonics lessons

Answer 5

use a phonics alphabet code chart

find out if they have any difficulties with sounds

• create tasks to distinguish sounds
• free + tree

Question 6

Improving hand-eye coordination

Answer 6

karate

beading

racket sports

anything involving motor/fine motor skills