Identifying and Teaching Students with Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties

(An Inclusive toolkit for schools) [2024 edition]

 

Essential reading for senior managers, teachers, teaching aides, SENCos & those responsible for student well-being/inclusion. Also a good resource for parents supporting a child with dyslexia - See below for Sample Pages

 

Packed with practical and easily accessible information, everything you need to know to help you plan class, individual and group lessons.

'There is nothing you can do in class for a student with dyslexia that won’t benefit all students'


Further Description

All children & young people have the right to a diverse & inclusive education, which nurtures their strengths, recognises their weaknesses & allows them to reach their potential. Indentifying and understanding dyslexia and other SpLDs, can make it a reality.

Dyslexia is the most common & prevalent of all learning difficulties & it is likely that a student with a Specific learning Disorder (SpLD) will have other SpLDs i.e. dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia or  a developmental disability such as ADHD. Experts agree that there is nothing you can do for a child with dyslexia that won’t raise the potential of all students. This is something I totally subscribe to & have accounted for within the manual. There are comprehensive strategies & ideas for creating an ‘Inclusive Classroom.’

Using the information provided, you will quickly & easily acquire the knowledge & skills you need to effectively understand, identify, assess, teach & support individuals struggling with dyslexia & other LDs in Literacy. Screening and assessment tools and programs for intervention are listed.  Class, group and individual teaching advice is provided.

Major research indicates ‘5 Big Essential Elements’ are needed to teach reading to all students, delivered in a structured sequential sequence using evidence-based research programs.  This method is absolutely the best option for students with literacy based SpLDs & explanations of each element, strategies, activities, accommodations, resource links & examples of planning are included. 135 pages in length.

Dyslexia is a Learning Difference (and these children have to learn differently) it only becomes a disability if this doesn’t happen

$35-00 Each

The Manual covers many areas including:

Dyslexia explained: how and why early intervention is effective and essential
How to Identify students at risk of reading failure/dyslexia
Class checklists for signs of dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia & more
Recommendations for formal & informal screening & assessment Tiers 1 to 3
Advice about  Intervention Programs and Assessment Tests
Top Tips for making classrooms Inclusive and ‘Dyslexia Friendly’
Removing Barriers to learning; comprehensive strategies, resources, accommodations to address difficulties with reading, spelling, memory etc.
Advice about technology
Best teaching approach for a student in class, small group and individually
Strategies, activities and games to support specific deficits
A list of Important Reading and Spelling rules
Individual Learning Plans- guidance, plans and examples
Advice about Homework and Accommodations for class and exams
Raising confidence and self-esteem.
Advice for classroom assistants.
Useful Publications

Easy to read and dip into, this manual is extremely practical and provides helpful hints and strategies to support students with dyslexia and learning difficulties in literacy.

 

Excerpts From Chapters only :

 

About the Author

Contents Page

Dyslexia Deficits

Part of Dyslexia Checklist

Screening and Assessment

Removing Barriers to learning

Spelling Rules

Writing IEPs

How to Start a Tier 3 Reading/Sound Pack

Setting Homework

 

Testimonies


This Toolkit is AMAZING! A definite ‘go to,’ full of useful tips and websites, that teachers can quickly reference and utilise to assist their students both academically and emotionally. Not only does it include a clear and concise explanations of SLDs and what to look for, Karen shares numerous games and activities that can be used in the classroom, by the teacher and support staff, to further assist students in an explicit manner. The Inclusive Toolkit for schools is a must for every classroom!

Anne Italiano- Literacy Support Educator/Specialist Kerrimuir Primary

 

Many of us can relate to having a favourite recipe book. Dog eared, jam smeared and seems to fall open at the exact page of your very best, most referred to recipe. Karen has managed to create this for teachers!
The practicality of this manual will assist beginning teachers through to the most experienced with daily ideas to use. Suggestions and recommendations contained within are aligned with current best practice. Although, slightly less delicious than the items made from a recipe book, the outcomes will be none-the-less equally as satisfying.

Anita McLean- Head of Learning Diversity and Inclusion Kardinia International College

Many of us can relate to having a favourite recipe book. Dog eared, jam smeared and seems to fall open at the exact page of your very best, most referred to recipe. Karen has managed to create this for teachers!
The practicality of this manual will assist beginning teachers through to the most experienced with daily ideas to use. Suggestions and recommendations contained within are aligned with current best practice. Although, slightly less delicious than the items made from a recipe book, the outcomes will be none-the-less equally as satisfying.
Anita McLean- Head of Learning Diversity and Inclusion Kardinia International College


E-mail: karen@dyslexiasupportservices.com.au