The History of IDA
Without understanding, there is confusion. For many years I struggled to comprehend why there was no support for my learning differences. What I’ve come to know is that the structure…
Speech-Language Pathologists – The Critical Evaluation Component
…deficit in the phonological component of language.” Remember “phono” means sound and the phonological component of language is the part of our brain that analyzes individual sounds to help create…
From Bystander to Active Participant
…more prepared and with a completely different mindset. I was informed, organized, and most importantly, prepared. I was able to effectively communicate my childrens’ strengths, struggles, and needs. I walked…
It’s a Processing Thing
…can learn to read accurately, with the underactive back systems and use of alternate routes, reading is more complex and takes longer compared to a person without dyslexia. This results…
Executive Function Difficulties in Adults with Dyslexia
…to achieve goals. Examples of tasks that use executive function include adapting our response to a sudden change, task switching (commonly known as multitasking), planning, problem solving, sequencing tasks, and…
Goals: Not Just Smart, but Wise Too
…completed the target or not. This is a very important component of goals because if you cannot figure out how your child’s interventionist is measuring the goal, then it is…
Extraordinary and Outstanding Points!
…was crushing. I couldn’t get to my car fast enough so I could let my tears flow freely. As this was a point in time where I was already beating…
What’s Dyslexia Got to Do With It?
…yourself grace when you need it most. To learn more on how dyslexia impacts the common skills mentioned in this article, and discover strategies that help, download Red Square Pegs…
Dyslexia for Beginners
…learn concepts that come easily to their peers. Dyslexia typically results from a deficit in the phonological component of language. This is crucial for early identification of dyslexia. Poor phonological…
What is Reading?
…create a word) multiplied by our ability to accurately and efficiently comprehend language. In other words, our ability to comprehend that the letters d-o-g represent an animal with four legs…
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…dyslexia. Learn More Join Our Community Awareness Dyslexia awareness comes through gaining knowledge of and having access to resources. It helps us realize that “dyslexia” is not a scary or…
Oh, Don’t Worry…They’ll Catch Up!
…passed (Ozernov-Palchik & Gaab, 2016). The dangers of the “they’ll catch up” comment comes into play when students who previously demonstrated a need for intervention are now even more behind…
