Word: dyslexia
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Sources: Overcoming Dyslexia, by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.; Straight Talk About Reading, by Susan Hall and Louisa Moats
...suspect your child has dyslexia, it's never too early to do something about it. Talk to your child's teacher and educate yourself about the laws that govern special education. The earlier you intervene, the better your child's chances of becoming a fluent reader. --By Sora Song...
Most parents turn to the school to evaluate their child. But if the school refuses or you disagree with its assessment, find an outside evaluator. The International Dyslexia Association (800-ABC-D123) can help you find a tester...
...brother recounts how, in order to overcome the dyslexia which plagued him, Consolini “memorized the dictionary,” before applying to Harvard...
Still plagued by his dyslexia, the English major channeled his dedication to extracurriculars. He became a member of the Harvard Dramatic Club after seeing plays by Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller at their trial runs in Boston. He also “went out for the Crime [the Crimson]” his sophomore year simply because it was “the most arduous thing you could do,” he recalls...