Dyslexic spies can crack the hardest puzzles
Diana Hudson, author of Exploring Science with Dyslexic Children and Teens explores why an alternative way of learning can be most beneficial for dyslexic students.
Tag: special education
Uncertainty: the root of anxiety in so many students with SpLDs
Clare Ward & James Galpin explain their theory behind why uncertainty is the root cause of anxiety for people universally, and especially for students with special educational needs.
When doing observational drawing, remember these 5 pointers
Observational Drawing for Students with Dyslexia by Qona Rankin and Howard Riley offers practical advice to dyslexics who wish to improve their observational drawing, either…
What is the best way to assess literacy difficulties in children?
Is dyslexia a genuine learning difficulty that warrants due recognition and specialist teaching? Valerie Muter, author of ‘Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties’ explores.
Preparing SEN kids for the transition back to school
Ann-Marie McNicholas, author of ‘The Dyslexia, ADHD, and DCD-Friendly Study Skills Guide’ writes about neurodiverse kids and what can be done to support them with catching up and preparing to go back to school.
My journey into understanding my neurodiverse brain
Alison Patrick, author of The Memory and Processing Guide for Neurodiverse Learners writes about her own journey to identifying her own dyspraxia and ADHD
I Have A Question About Coronavirus
It isn’t always easy to explain complicated things like coronavirus to young children or those with special educational needs. There are so many new terms…
Why view special education through a Solutions Focused lens?
‘Solutions Focused Special Education – Practical and Inclusive Strategies for All Educators’ was edited by Nick Burnett and features the work of experienced and expert…
How can you explain Nystagmus to a child?
Nystagmus is a vision impairment that affects 1 in 1000 people, but what is it exactly and how can you explain it to a child? In…
Can I Tell You about Nystagmus?
My name is Nadine and I am special-needs blogger, Life Coach (coachingforcarers.co.uk) and author of Can I tell you about Nystagmus? This easy to read…