Dyslexia Awareness Week

Positive about Dyslexia    

6^th – 11^th November

Please see below a blue ribbon, this symbolises Dyslexia Awareness Week.  We have asked all staff to support us with this venture by wearing the ribbon all week.

We have given staff some information to help raise awareness, if pupils ask what the ribbon symbolises.   

Dyslexia

• Dyslexia is a difficulty in processing language – based information.
• Dyslexia can affect anyone and is different for everyone.
• It is not a disability, it is a difference in the way you learn.
• It is estimated that 1 in 10 people has dyslexia.

Challenges associated with dyslexia

• Problems with reading, taking notes, remembering numbers, names and details
• Difficulty with time keeping, managing time, organising work etc…
• Problems with written work e.g. spelling and writing
• Short term memory problems and sequencing difficulties

Strengths associated with dyslexia

• Being very creative and enjoying practical tasks
• Strong visual thing skills e.g. see/think in 3D
• Good verbal skills
• Good social interaction
• Being good at problem solving

Famous Dyslexics

• Jamie Oliver – Chef
• Stephen Naismith – Footballer
• Richard Branson – Entrepreneur
• Orlando Bloom – Actor
• Holly Willoughby – T.V presenter
• Bill Gates – Microsoft