Dyslexia: Tween
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11 Year Old Daughter with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia
Asked by C.B. from San Francisco
on January 11, 2008
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I have an eleven-year-old (fourth grade) daughter who was diagnosed with dyslexia in second grade. Once diagnosed, we received remediation through her school and got ...
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- I'll add one more answer to your already wonderful answers about your daughter. I had a son who was finally diagnosed with mild dyslexia and we too had him do some sp...
- Dear C., KUDOS to BOTH you and your husband for being pro-active with this matter. My son is dyslexic as well, and I can't get his father to take the proper action...
- Hi C., Check out dyslexia.com. My husband is dyslexic and so are my two girls 10 and 14. We spent thousands of dollars on all the programs out there and finally f...
Seeking Advice from Other Parents of a Child with Dysgraphia
Asked by K.G. from Cleveland
on March 20, 2008
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My 10 year-old daughter was recently diagnosed with dysgraphia (difficulty writing) and I wonder if anyone else has a child with this learning disability who can share...
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- As a teacher, you'd need to approach the school in developing any type of plan, but I'd say a 504 would be best. Though I've never heard of your daughter's diagnosis,...
- Hi, K., My son, Chris, has a written expression learning disability. He was diagnosed at approximately the same age as your daughter and was put on an IEP plan. A...
- Hello, I have 2 children w/ dyslexia. I know it's different but the school situation is much the same. Get an IEP. It's way more specific about what a teacher cann...
Dyslexia
Asked by J.K. from Iowa City
on March 19, 2008
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My son is 8 years old and is now in 2nd grade. He was kicked out of 2 schools and put in Kindergarten twice before we discovered he has dyslexia. I am not much for lab...
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- Hi Jodi - I might have a receive for you, her name is Dr. Monica Potter, she is a parent/child educator in the Chaska School District. I use to take her "Single Pa...
- If the teacher is doing a tremendous job, I suggest you let her do her job. If this new way has been happening for a little while give it more time. Throwing too muc...
- I don't know specifically about dyslexia, but in all my time dealing with the school and their special ed program, you need to do what YOU think is best. I had to sta...
6 Year Old with ADD and Dyslexia
Asked by D.B. from Sumter
on March 3, 2008
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Let me start with some back round. I found out recently that my daughter has ADD and dyslexia. We have suspected the dyslexia for years now, but could never get the s...
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- Well let me start by saying sorry this is happening to your family. Just wanted to let you know my hubby had dyslexia and the best thing you can do for her is keep wo...
- Talk to the Schenck School in Atlanta or another private school that specializes in dyslexia. Ask them for referrals to educational specialists who have expertise in t...
- Have you asked your school counselor if anyone else within your childs school has dyslexia also? I know that they are not allowed to give you names for privacy reasons...
10 Year Old Defiant Son
Asked by J.F. from Minneapolis
on January 10, 2008
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I am so desperate for any advice from other parents of 10 year old boys. My son is not at all respectful of my discipling him, he doesn't care what I threaten him with...
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- maybe he just wants more attention from you- sounds a lot like my 8 year old son- the other thing a lot of us moms just threaten and we don't follow thru so that's a l...
- Sounds like you are dealing with ODD-Oppossitional Defiant Disorder and possibly ADHD-Attetion Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I strongly suggest you get your son help...
- I am a 52y/o mom of 8 from ages 16-31, 4 of them adopted from Russia. 5 girls 3 boys. The first thing I see is that you are threatening him. Get parenting with love...
Concerning Dyslexia
Asked by T.W. from Norfolk
on May 24, 2009
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My son (who is a twin) was just diagnosed with dyslexia. Does anyone have any advice or experience dealing with this?
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- T., I have an aunt and a good friend who are dyslexic. My aunt sadly used it to her advantage and never learned to overcome it. My friend wanted to over come her ...
- T., my 25 yo son was diagnosed with dyslexia when he was in the 2nd grade, so I have a LOT of experience dealing with this. There are 2 web sites that will really h...
- My brother has it and he is super-bright. Please don't let it stop your son from reading and doing math!! Math is hard because my brother would copy the problem wron...
How Can I Get My 14 Year Old to Enjoy School?
Asked by S.B. from San Francisco
on February 13, 2008
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I have a 14 year old son who has dislike school since second grade. It has been a constant struggle to get him up in the morning and to motivate him to take pride in h...
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- Hi S., I am also on the tail end of my masters in psychology as an MFT, and a former educator. Authors Ryan & Deci (2001) wrote a wonderful article about somet...
- For his dad to take an interest would make a difference.
- Hi there! Maybe trying to get him interested in something like sports or some sort of club might be good for him. Is he good at music or doing something with his hand...
Assessment for Dyslexia!!!!
Asked by L.H. from Sacramento
on January 31, 2008
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I am so angry! I just found out that the going rate in my area/state for private assessment for Dyslexia is $5,000! And that's just for a legal assessment and diagnosi...
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- I work with the school district (Sac City Unified and Elk Grove Unified) in the scope of my work duties. My job is to go to IEP meetings with families and help them t...
- Hi Lyla, We live in Elk Grove, also. My husband is 64 and is dyslexic, also. Be encouraged, as he is getting along fairly well. True, he doesn't read a lot, but he ...
- I don't blame you for being angry -- you have every right to be so. My advice is to request an IEP assessment. Write a letter to whoever is in charge of the school ...
11 Year Old Son Trouble Following Instructions
Asked by I.R. from Dallas
on November 4, 2010
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I have a 11 year old son who has trouble following instructions in school & home. He isn't hyper at all so I know that ADHD is out of the question but he does have tro...
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- You son may have ADHD - Inattentive Type. He sounds just like my daughter, who takes a high dose of medication for it. She did her homework, but it never made it to th...
- I feel your pain! I have the same problem with my daughter who just turned 10, only not quite as bad. I know she doesn't have ADHD either but I have thought maybe a mi...
- One thing that comes to mind is MSG. Alot of kids get affected by it and by other artificial additives in food and drinks and MSG is hidden under many names. You'll ...
Seeking Moms with Children with Dyslexia
Asked by M.O. from Huntsville
on June 20, 2009
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I home school my son who has been disgnosised with Dyslexia and I am looking for a academic program that will help him. The one we have been using isn't bad but I am ...
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- PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE http://www.littlegiantsteps.com
- Iam so happy to hear that you are homeschooling! It makes all the difference in their lives. Okay, my 10 year old son has the same problem. I have bought many program...
- Hi M., Dyslexia runs in my family... my parents were determined that I not be labeled in school unless it became absolutely necessary, but it has always been understo...
