Finding the right school for your child is a difficult enough task, but if your child suffers from dyslexia, it is a decision that seems magnified a thousand times. Parents feel torn between providing a nurturing environment, focusing on dealing with the condition academically, and even having the promise of progress in literacy skills. But on the other side of things, there are actually definite ways in which you can evaluate schools and make a perfect decision. The following are practical guides in making the process of choosing a school not just accommodating but also empowering your child with dyslexia.
Learning About Dyslexia and Its Needs at School
Dyslexia is a language disability affecting reading, spelling, and writing differently. It does not reflect an existing measurement of intelligence. It instead points to a difference in the processing of written language by the brain. This shows how you could restrict your list of institutions to those that really value evidence-based therapies, organized literacy programs, and a caring atmosphere.
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