Dyslexia
What is Dyslexia?
Early identification and intervention of students with dyslexia leads to successful learning. We advocate so no child slips through the cracks. About 1 in 5 children have a different way of learning and thinking. With the right intervention and education, they can reach their full potential and make their mark upon the world.
How Do We Advocate?
The Special Education PTSA Dyslexia committee advocates through legislative change, parent education and by building collaboration with the Seattle School District. Interested in working to make a difference? Contact [email protected]
Resources
The Washington State Dyslexia Resource Guide was designed to provide guidance to families and schools with the goals of helping to build an understanding of dyslexia, learn how to identify students with dyslexia, and to support teachers and parents in educating students with dyslexia.
We partnered with community organizations to host a three-part series: Dyslexia 101, The Science of Reading, and Literacy Advocacy. You can watch the recordings on youtube.
Decoding Dyslexia Washington: https://www.decodingdyslexiawa.org/for-parents
International Dyslexia Association https://dyslexiaida.org/fact-sheets/
Understood.org https://www.understood.org/en/articles/dyslexia-your-questions-answered
Hamlin Robinson Resources https://www.hamlinrobinson.org/hrs-learning-center/resources/information-about-dyslexia
Books About Dyslexia
Basic Facts on Dyslexia & Other Reading Problems by Louisa Cook Moats
Dyslexic Advantage by Brock Eide and Fernette Eide
Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz
Proust and the Squid: the Story & Science of the Reading Brain by Maryanne Wolf
Dyslexia is My Superpower (Most of the Time) by Margaret Rooke
My Dyslexia (a memoir) by Philip Schultz
Reader, Come Home: The Reading Brain in a Digital World by Maryanne Wolf
Conquering Dyslexia: A Guide to Early Detection and Intervention for Teachers and Parents by Jan Hasbrouck
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning
