Navigating Reading: A Guide for Teaching Children with Dyslexia

By Suzanne Byrd

Navigating Reading: A Guide for Teaching Children with Dyslexia is a comprehensive resource for educators and parents looking to support children with dyslexia in the reading process. Written by experienced educators, this book provides practical strategies and techniques for teaching reading to children with dyslexia.

The book begins by introducing the concept of dyslexia and discussing the challenges that children with dyslexia may face in the reading process. It then delves into a variety of effective teaching methods, such as phonemic awareness and phonics instruction, that can help children with dyslexia learn to read.

In addition to these strategies, the book also covers important topics such as assessment and accommodations, working with parents and caregivers, and creating a supportive learning environment. With its clear explanations and practical examples, Navigating Reading is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to help children with dyslexia succeed in reading.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Qasas.Pub
• Release date: Apr 9, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224934577

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Suzanne Byrd

Navigating Reading: A Guide for Teaching Children with Dyslexia

First published by Mental Health Publishing 2023

Copyright © 2023 by Suzanne Byrd

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Contents

I. PART ONE

1. Introduction

The importance of early intervention for children with dyslexia

The challenges and benefits of teaching children with dyslexia to read

2. Understanding the reading process

How the brain processes language and reading

The different skills and strategies involved in reading

The impact of dyslexia on reading development

3. Assessing reading skills

How to assess a child’s reading skills and identify areas of difficulty

Common assessments used to diagnose dyslexia

Tips for (parents) working with schools and professionals to obtain appropriate assessments and support

II. PART TWO

4. Traditional Reading Approaches

Phonics-based reading instruction

Whole language instruction

The pros and cons of each approach for children with dyslexia

5. Alternative reading approaches

Structured literacy instruction

Multisensory structured language education (MSLE)

The Orton-Gillingham method

The benefits and effectiveness of these approaches for children with dyslexia

III. PART THREE

6. Reading accommodations and assistive technology

Adjusting the reading environment to support children with dyslexia

Using assistive technology to help children with dyslexia access and comprehend text

7. Encouraging reading at home

Ideas for making reading enjoyable and meaningful for children with dyslexia

Tips for selecting and finding books that are appropriate for children with dyslexia

IV. PART FOUR

8. Working with schools and professionals

Collaborating with teachers and other professionals to support a child’s reading development

Advocating for appropriate accommodations and support in the classroom

9. Supporting reading development beyond the classroom

Encouraging a love of reading and lifelong learning

Providing ongoing support and resources as a child with dyslexia becomes an independent reader

Conclusion

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I

Part One

In this part of the book we present an introduction to the reading process, and discuss how reading abilities are assessed in potentially dyslexic children.

1

Introduction

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects a person’s ability to read, write, and spell. It is a neurological condition that is present from birth and is characterized by difficulty with phonemic awareness, phonology, and decoding.

Phonemic awareness is the ability to hear and manipulate the sounds (phonemes) in spoken language. Phonology is the sound system of a language, including the rules for combining phonemes to form words. Decoding is the process of translating written words into sounds or meaning.

People with dyslexia often have trouble with these skills, which can make it difficult for them to learn to read and spell words accurately. Dyslexia is not a result of a lack of intelligence or motivation, but rather a different way of processing language.

It is important to note that dyslexia can manifest differently in different people. Some may struggle with reading fluency, while others may have difficulty with comprehension or spelling. The severity of dyslexia can also vary, with some people experiencing more significant challenges than others.

Despite these challenges, individuals with dyslexia are often highly intelligent and creative. With the right support and accommodations, they can learn to read and