Tag: reading
Stories, and how to fall in love with them
Children’s author Naomi Jones on motivating dyslexic children to read.
I've always loved books. As a child I learnt to read early. I was already...
Write This Way
Structured Lessons and Activities for Reluctant Young Writers
Dr Gavin Reid is an international psychologist and author who has written over 35 books in the...
Great books for struggling readers
Lindsay Pickton reflects on the challenge of building confident readers.
Reading for Pleasure has become a timetabled item in many schools. And this is a...
Unlocking reading
Dyslexia doesn't have to be a barrier to the wonderful world of books, says Emma Steel.
I've had the privilege of working with many bright...
SEN132 : Sept/Oct 2024
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Making his debut in SEN Magazine, Norwegian journalist Trond Ola Tilseth reports on a fascinating experiment being carried...
We’re off kilter
Bridget Mather-Scott is fascinated by the imbalance between literacy and numeracy in Early Years.
High-quality education in the Early Years is essential for providing children...
Action required
Melanie Smith pleads for more access to dyslexia specialists in schools.
Ten year-old Emily struggles with anxiety and worries about school. Despite her diligence, she...
Dyslexia’s two-edged sword
Dyslexia can feel like a superpower or a ball and chain, says Louise Selby.
I am atrocious at packing. I can spend a whole day...
When phonics fails
Deborah Salsbury favours a balanced approach to teaching reading, incorporating elements of both phonics and a whole-language approach.
"It's not your fault you can't read"...
Dyslexia in practice
Keir Williams identifies ten ways secondary teachers can meet the needs of their dyslexic learners.
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that affects reading and...
