Dyslexia in Children

Watch time: 9:13 minutes
In this film, we meet Ayana and Sophie, who talk about what it feels like to live and learn with dyslexia, while Professor Maggie Snowling explains what dyslexia is and how to spot signs of dyslexia early on.
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty, which affects around 10% of the population. Dyslexia mainly impacts a child’s writing and reading skills. Unless it is understood and supported by the school and parents, dyslexia can impact a child’s experience of education, their self-esteem and mental health.
Dyslexia is a neurological difference and each person’s experience of dyslexia is different, ranging from mild to severe, often occurring with other learning difficulties. Of course, thinking differently is also a huge strength and many dyslexic children shine in areas such as reasoning and in visual and creative areas, which is why it’s so vital that we understand how to help all children thrive.
Chapters:
00:00 - Sophie & Ayana introduce themselves
00:22 - Ayana's thoughts on how it feels to be dyslexic
00:41 - Professor Snowling on what dyslexia looks like in pre-school
00:53 - How she felt about being diagnosed with Dyslexia, Sophie's thoughts
01:15 - Dyslexia is a bit of a struggle
01:27 - Dyslexia, acquiring literacy: reading, spelling and literacy
01:42 - Thinking outside the box and creativity
01:54 - 1 in 10 people have some degree of dyslexia
02:01 - Structural differences in the brain & how dyslexia can run in the family
02:22 - Finding the right support - Ayana
02:33 - Sophie on where she considers her reading skills are
03:00 - How our understanding of dyslexia has evolved - Professor Snowling
03:20 - Dyslexia & co-occurances are now the rule not the exception
03:38 - Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD & Autism
03:48 - Ayana's thoughts on potential challenges
04:00 - Sophie on how annoying Dyslexia is
04:26 - Imposter syndrome and reluctance in asking for help
05:11 - In the classroom - intonation, hesitation and unfamiliar words
05:41 - Dyslexia & encouragement versus stigma, anxiety & depression
05:59 - Building resilience & choosing dyslexia to be a motivator
06:22 - Resilience and true grit
06:42 - How creativity helps & focussing on things that bring joy
07:01 - Being a kinetic learner & the calmness of plants
07:28 - Sophie on what to do if you have a rubbish day
07:48 - Sport is my happy place
07:58 - Encouraging talents that can stand alongside Dyslexia
08:23 - Ayana on asking for help, exploring creativity & finding your strengths
08:52 - Sophie reminds us of how special people with Dyslexia are
Our film is aimed at helping parents, carers and people working with young children to create environments where dyslexic children can learn and live, with a more informed understanding and a flexible notion of learning and success.
For more information you can read and download the Dyslexia and Children factsheet shortly - please watch this space.
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