October is Dyslexia Awareness Month.
Do you think your child may have dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that effects people of all ages. Dyslexia is genetic and affects 1 in 7 people. It is a treatable condition and sometimes requires learning modification techniques or simply educating yourself on understanding more about the condition.
Some signs of dyslexia include:
| • Difficulty learning to read or spell in school. |
| • Difficulty reading aloud. |
| • Does your child sometimes skip lines when reading? |
| • Does your child experience difficulty copying from the board or from paper to paper? |
| • Does your child get confused about following instructions, for example when playing a game? |
In Alabama, there are many resources to help you.
For FREE DYSLEXIA TESTING:
Scottish Rite Learning Centers are located through out the state. To learn more or schedule an appointment visit www.alscottishritelearningcenters.com or call (205) 365-1640.
The Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association is idaalabama.org. You can also contact them at (256) 551-1442.
Schools for Kids with Dyslexia:
Mobile: St. Paul’s Episcopal School (251) 461-2176
Huntsville: Greengate School (256) 551-4439 www.greengateschool.org
Birmingham: Spring Valley School (205) 423-8660 www.springvalleyschool.org
To learn more about Dyslexia and for area support groups, contact the following:
Auburn- marty@all-forchildren.com
Hoover- www.hettiejohnson.com
Huntsville: madisonlearningdifferences@yahoo.com
Mobile- julierentz@comcast.net
Montgomery- pplum49@aol.com
Pell City- pamclinkscales@msn.com
Quad Cities- mvedmonds@comcast.net
Tuscaloosa- edcarrie@bellsouth.net
Our friends with dyslexia have options and support, we simply need to share them! Please feel free to tweet, facebook, or share this information to help share the information!
Life is about possibilities, not disabilities!
