Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic
Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic

Author: Marcia Brissett-Bailey

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1839971347

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'My book showcases positive role models for black people and those within our wider dyslexic community and society, to inspire current and future generations.' This is a raw, honest and enlightening collection of experiences, across the black and dyslexic community, giving an intersectional perspective on topics including the education system, the workplace, daily life and entrepreneurship. These stories highlight the challenges, progress, successes and contributions of the black and dyslexic community, helping others to find their voice, feel empowered and be proud of their differences. It charts journeys from early childhood through to adulthood and, despite the lack of representation within the public arena, how black dyslexic people of all ages are changing the world. Raising awareness, breaking silences and tackling the stigma around dyslexia and the difficulties stemming from a lack of support. Contributors share how they tackled their unique adversities and provide practical tips for others to live proudly at the intersection of blackness and dyslexia.

Looking for Heroes
Looking for Heroes

Author: Aidan A Colvin

Publisher: Think Out of the Box Press

Published: 2016-07-10

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9780997679410

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An estimated 13 million students in the United States have dyslexia, a neurologic disorder that impairs reading. Reading quickly and accurately is often the key to success in school. Without it, many dyslexics struggle and fail. Some, however, go on to achieve wild success. How? In this true story, dyslexic high school student Aidan Colvin decides to ask them. Over the course of one year, he writes 100 letters to successful dyslexics. He doesn't expect anyone to write back, and is genuinely surprised when people do. This book features letters from Writer John Irving, Arctic Explorer Ann Bancroft, Surgeon and CEO Delos Cosgrove, Sculptor Thomas Sayre, Poet Phillip Schultz and others. It also features conversations with Comedian Jay Leno and Filmmaker Harvey Hubbel. This is a story about growing up, fostering grit and humor in the face of challenges, and seeing one's differences in a new light. It is also a story about the importance of heroes for kids like Aidan, but also for anyone. Throughout the book, Aidan shares tips that have helped him succeed in the classroom.

Brilliant Bea
Brilliant Bea

Author: Shaina Rudolph

Publisher: American Psychological Association

Published: 2021-11-16

Total Pages: 20

ISBN-13: 1433837420

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An endearing and empowering story that demonstrates that a learning difference like dyslexia doesn’t define who you are. Despite her struggles with reading and writing, Beatrice is a natural and brilliant storyteller. With the help of a kind-hearted teacher, Beatrice uses an old-fashioned tape recorder so she can speak her words and then play them back, as a technique for learning in whole new way. With her new approach, Beatrice is able to show her classmates who she really has been all along. This book is set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font.

Dyslexic Legends Alphabet
Dyslexic Legends Alphabet

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1919-02

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780648261681

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From Albert Einstein to Agatha Christie, Pablo Picasso to JFK, Dyslexic Legends Alphabet presents an eye-opening and motivational A to Z of legends with dyslexia who have made their inspirational mark on our world. This book is a must-read for any child who may be struggling at school or feel like their dyslexia (or any other disability) is holding them back from achieving greatness.

Brilliantly Dyslexic
Brilliantly Dyslexic

Author: Elizabeth Trudeau

Publisher:

Published: 2021-12-15

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781737769613

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Brilliantly Dyslexic is a children's book with over 20 true stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to entrepreneurs to artists, illustrated by different artists from around the world.

Black Again
Black Again

Author: LaTonya Summers

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2023-09-21

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 1839973196

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"I was driven by the belief that if I wanted to go somewhere I'd need to be something other than Black." LaTonya Summers was only six years old the first time she unconsciously tried to be "more white". Recollecting experiences from her childhood in foster care through to her life today as an Assistant Professor and mother, LaTonya examines how her perception of self was affected by internalized racism and led her to adopt white norms - influencing everything from her music and clothing choices to her speech and values. Join LaTonya in her journey of realization - how all those years assimilating, stretching and pressing for whiteness harmed her, and how, in a world that sees her as Black, it's about time she did too. Discover how LaTonya has truly "made it" by embracing and endorsing the Afrocentric norms and values that have sustained her and her family better than any white picket fence ever could.

This Is Dyslexia
This Is Dyslexia

Author: Kate Griggs

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2024-10-03

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1529953707

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The future needs Dyslexic Thinking! British social entrepreneur, founder and CEO of charity Made By Dyslexia, Kate Griggs has been shifting the narrative on dyslexia and educating people on its strengths since 2004. Having been surrounded by an extraordinary 'smorgasbord of Dyslexic Thinking' her whole life, Griggs knows the superpower of dyslexia all too well. Revised and updated, with new research and a forward from Sir Richard Branson, This is Dyslexia covers everything you need to understand, value and support Dyslexic Thinking. From offering practical advice on how to support the dyslexics in your life to breaking down the 6 Dyslexic Thinking skills in adults, Griggs shares her knowledge in an easily digestible guide. This is Dyslexia redefines and reshapes what it means to be dyslexic. It explores how it has shaped our past and how harnessing its powers and strengths is vital to our future.

The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan

Author: Ben Foss

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0345541235

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"Identifying and building on your child's strengths; understanding your child's rights, and how to talk to schools about them; best practices for accommodations and the latest technologies"-- Jacket.

Overcoming Dyslexia
Overcoming Dyslexia

Author: Sally E. Shaywitz

Publisher: Knopf

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 9780375400124

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Draws on recent scientific breakthroughs to explain the mechanisms underlying dyslexia, offering parents age-specific, grade-by-grade instructions on how to help their children.

Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia: 101 Games and Activities to Teach Your Child to Read
Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia: 101 Games and Activities to Teach Your Child to Read

Author: Hannah Braun

Publisher: Zephyros Press

Published: 2018-10-30

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9781641521048

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Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia is the definitive activity workbook to improve phonemic awareness, dysgraphia, and auditory processing disorder (APD) for kids ages 7-12. For kids with an official dyslexia diagnosis, or kids struggling with dyslexia related symptoms, learning to read can be challenging. Using a targeted approach to skill development, Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia applies the latest research-based learning methods to games and activities that strengthen auditory discrimination skills, support letter formation in writing, and most importantly--make reading fun. Specifically designed for kids ages 7-12, these engaging activities offer children daily opportunities to practice and hone their reading skills, instead of more homework for your child or student. With icons that designate skill building in phonemic awareness, dysgraphia, and APD for each activity, this workbook allows parents and teachers to focus on strengthening specific areas that will help kids become lifelong readers. From rhyme triangles to letter tracing mazes, Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia offers an entertaining and effective approach to reading with: 101 illustrated games and activities that include word association, picture association, matching, coloring, listening, writing with sounds, and races 6 research-based learning methods such as phonological awareness training, phonemic awareness training, multisensory instruction, overlearning, explicit phonics instruction, and more! A flexible program that can be used one-on-one or in a small group Learn to Read for Kids with Dyslexia makes reading enjoyable and rewarding with fun-filled games and activities that teach children how to read fluently and confidently.