Is your Home Dyslexia Friendly

IS YOUR HOME DYSLEXIA-FRIENDLY?

The dyslexia-friendly index for Parents
Take this quiz to find out how dyslexia-friendly your home is:

CHECKLISTYesNo
I talk to my child about dyslexia and about people who have dyslexia.  
I have attended at least one dyslexia talk/course for parents.
I practice reading with my child at home.
I help my child find ways to work around his or her weakness caused by dyslexia.
As far as possible, I supplement verbal and written information with pictures, diagrams or manipulatives.
I break down the school's weekly spelling list into bite-sized components, with revision spread across the week, instead of expecting the child to master the entire list in one day.
I break down words in the weekly spelling list into chunks and point out unique features in the words.  
I help to ensure that worksheets (especially reading comprehension tasks) are printed only on one side.  
While I am sensitive to my child's weaknesses, I am also keenly aware of his or her strengths and I provide support to develop those strengths. 
I provide at least one laptop or computer (equipped with Word Processor or a Web Browser) at home, for my child to use as a spell aide.  
I communicate my child's needs to his or her form teacher and/or allied educator yearly.
Total up your scores and check how dyslexia-friendly your home is!
'Yes' ResponsesGeneral indication
9 - 11Learners with SEN in your school are well supported to maximise their potential.
5 - 8Learners with SEN in your school are generally supported but will benefit from more support.
0 - 4Learners with SEN in your school may find school life challenging.

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