"This book is a really practical, hands-on guide packed with a wealth of
advice on strategies and "things to try" reflecting the authors′
extensive experience. If you want to make effective, inclusive
dyslexia-friendly classrooms a reality rather than an aspiration, this
book is for you." - Dr John P. Rack, Head of Research and Development,
Dyslexia Action
In this toolkit the authors provide you with the foundations for making
your setting and your teaching style dyslexia-friendly. There is a
general overview of the principles and practices required, and what the
dyslexia-aware teacher needs to bear in mind.
Chapters cover:
- understanding learners with dyslexia
- dyslexia and phonics
- dyslexia and English as an Additional Language
- dyslexia and mathematics
- dyslexia and science
- dyslexia and creativity
Each chapter includes visual chapter overviews, tried and tested
strategies for the classroom and the whole school, using technology to
help learners, case studies from practice, children′s voices and sources
of further information. The book offers you ideas and advice, and will
ensure you feel confident you are doing the right things to help
overcome barriers to learning.
Barbara Pavey is a lecturer in Higher Education, training dyslexia
specialists in the North of England.
Margaret Meehan is Coordinator of Specialist Tuition at Swansea
University.
Sarah Davis is an Early Years Leading Teacher working in North
Yorkshire.
