Teen Dyslexia

Lazy or Overwhelmed? Rethinking What We See as Avoidance

When a child avoids work, adults often jump to one conclusion: laziness. But avoidance is...

The Damage of Comparison (and Why “Everyone Else Can Do This” Hurts)

Few phrases damage confidence faster than comparison. “Everyone else can do this” sends a clear...

From “What’s Wrong With You?” to “What Do You Need?”

This question changes everything. “What’s wrong with you?” focuses on blame.“What do you need?” focuses...

Things We Say That Hurt — and What to Say Instead

Words shape learning—long before worksheets, grades, or test scores ever do. Most adults don’t mean...
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TeachingBooks.com: The Best Library Resource You’re Not Using (Yet!)

Discover TeachingBooks.com: A Treasure Trove for Readers of All Ages If you’ve ever wished for...
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Dyslexia in Teens and Adults

We know that people with dyslexia typically have difficulty with word recognition and reading unfamiliar...
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Should I Tell My Child They are Dyslexic?

No matter what age, a child who struggles to read and write can face many...
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Is My Child Dyslexic?

January 14, 2022 | Characteristics, Dyslexia, Dyslexia Therapy, SpellingIs your child an emerging reader?Have you...