Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty affecting a person's ability to deal with text, and often numbers as well. Dyslexia is estimated to occur in about 8% of the population. Similar to color blindness, it is a permanent disability which needs continuous support through schooling. It is often accompanied by strengths in areas such as creative work, physical co-ordination and empathy with other people.

From our personal experience in a private preschool, we have had success teaching children with ADD, ADHD, autism, Down syndrome, and dyslexia, among other learning disabilities. We have done no official studies that prove that this program will work with these learning disabilities. Every disability varies in its severity and each child varies in maturity and cognitive/motor ability.

Anxiety is the most frequent emotional symptom reported by dyslexics. They become fearful due to the failures and confusion experienced in school. This anxiety causes the dyslexic individual to avoid schoolwork and assignments. Parents and teachers may misinterpret this avoidance behaviour as laziness. However, this avoidance is related more to anxiety and confusion than to apathy. A key component of the Remediation Plus System is that the approach is emotionally sound.

Scenic Land offers a free screening for dyslexia. Call or email the school to schedule an appointment for this free service. If the screening determines that your child is at-risk for dyslexia, the school can assess your child using a battery of nationally normed tests to determine if he or she meet the criteria for a diaganosis.

The word dyslexia is derived from the Greek "dys" (poor or inadequate) and "lexis" (words or language). Dyslexia is a learning disability characterized by problems in expressive or receptive, oral or written language. Problems may emerge in reading, spelling, writing, speaking, listening, or mathematics. Dyslexia results from differences in the structure and function of the brain.

Dyslexia is defined as a learning disorder marked by an inability to read; dys (Greek, meaning difficult or disordered) and lexis (Greek, meaning word), hence difficult or disordered word. Dyslexia essentially means difficulty reading words. Researchers have now furthered the definition to include not only reading difficulties, but an impairment in areas of language development that is observed when the individual begins learning to read.

Mystic Lake Camp strives to offer a positive experience for children of all abilities whenever their needs can be met. Please make an appointment with the Program Director to discuss your child’s needs before coming to camp. Mystic Lake Camp does not have the resources available to provide a camper with one on one attention for the duration of their stay.

There are two types of dyslexia. It is either brought about by early ear infections which caused temporary hearing problems (acquired dyslexia) or though congenital and developmental traits (developmental dyslexia). Its cause has not been fully established, but the effect is to create neurological anomalies in the brain. These anomalies bring about varying degrees of difficulty in learning when using words, and sometimes symbols.

Each dyslexic person's difficulties are different and vary from slight to very severe disruption of the learning process. There is no total cure, but the effects of dyslexia can be alleviated by skilled specialist teaching of phonics, sequencing and techniques to raise the person's self-esteem. The neurological differences also give some dyslexic people visual, spatial, physical co-ordination and lateral thinking abilities that enable them to be successful in a wide range of careers.

No, we will not diagnose any particular learning challenge. We will refer to other qualified professionals It is important to obtain the diagnosis to determine future educational programming and planning. With detailed report from a child psychologist we can tailor the child's program to fit his or her individual needs. Dyslexia can be overcome, not cured.

Yes, we have tutored many, many children with dyslexia. Our program was designed for children with learning challenges such as dyslexia and ADD. With detailed report from a child psychologist we can tailor the child's program to fit his or her individual needs. Dyslexia can be overcome, not cured.

If your child has had difficulty learning to read words and spell, she might have dyslexia. Young children with dyslexia typically have difficulty learning the alphabet, rhyming, and dividing words into their sounds. Many parents of students with dyslexia describe their children as bright and eager learners until they encounter instruction in reading. At such time, they often become frustrated and despondent.

If you think your child may be dyslexic, contact your school principal and explain your concern. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA Reauthorization 1997) and Public Law 94-142, the Education for all Handicapped Children Act of 1978, you are entitled to have your child evaluated by the school. Generally, schools provide a basic evaluation, but they do not always make a differential diagnosis for dyslexia.

Yes. Any child, regardless of aptitude or learning challenges, will make the most of his or her potential from a plan that respects the person of the child, broadens the mind with exposure to many subjects of interest, and relies on instilling habits that build character. Short lessons, small steps, focus on skills and habits, use of manipulatives and exposure to living ideas through books are perfectly geared for children with special needs. You can read more here.

Contact the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) coordinator at your school. If your child is not in an exceptional student education program, the ESE coordinator will arrange a meeting of the Child Study Team (CST) at the school. With your input, the CST will develop a plan to assist your child. If your child continues to have problems, the CST will request your permission to evaluate your child to determine if he or she needs special attention.

The student services team at each school makes this decision. Parents must give permission for any necessary assessments.

Parents of children with medical conditions or disabilities may also benefit from our services. Having a medical condition or disability does NOT exclude a child from the many problems that commonly affect all babies and children. Although we DO NOT provide advice specifically related to your child's condition or disability, we may be able to assist you with other problems that you may be experiencing with your baby or child.