What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a brain-based learning disability that makes learning to read, write, or spell difficult.
Primary characteristics include difficulties with:
â—† Learning the sounds letters make
â—† Reading words in isolation or reading unknown words
â—† Reading smoothly with enough speed and accuracy to comprehend
â—† Spelling
What is Dysgraphia?
Dysgraphia is a related disorder to dyslexia and a written language disability that involves both motor and language skills, such as finding, retrieving, and producing letters.
Primary characteristics include difficulties with:
â—† Forming letters correctly
â—† Excessive erasures and cross-outs
â—† Poor spacing between letters and words
â—† Letter and number reversals beyond grade 2
â—† Awkward, inconsistent pencil grip
â—† Heavy pressure and hand fatigue
â—† Copy words correctly
â—† Completing writing assignments
Dyslexia & Related Disorders: Information for Parents
https://www.somervilleisd.org/page/dyslexia
Characteristics of Dyslexia and Related Disorders: Parent Informaiton
October 7, 2024