Helpful Websites

BDA - British Dyslexic Association

The BDA is the voice of dyslexic people. Our vision is that of a dyslexia friendly society that enables dyslexic people to reach their potential

iamdyslexic.com

This is a very interesting website which has been set up by a very talented dyslexic boy (initially when he was 12 yr old ). There is some very useful information, and it is especially interesting for children with dyslexia also. Take a look !

Dyslexia Action

Dyslexia Action is a national charity and the UK's leading provider of services and support for people with dyslexia and literacy difficulties

British Dyslexics

British Dyslexics is distinctly different from other Dyslexia Charities. We are not only interested in helping children and teenagers to succeed in education, but we also passionately believe that getting extra help should not depend on a parents ability to pay for extra tuition themselves. Unlike other Dyslexia Charities we currently make no charges for any of the services or information we provide.

CDL - Center For Development & Learning

An American website, but with some useful information. Founded in 1992, the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) is a results-driven nonprofit organization. CDL specializes in the development and dissemination of leading edge research, knowledge, and best practices from multiple disciplines that impact teaching and learning. CDL's mission is to improve the life chances of all children, especially those at high risk, by increasing school success. CDL's goal is to help all children learn to higher levels and apply their knowledge toward good ends

dyslexics.org.uk

An independent, non-commercial, no-nonsense, dyslexia website! Teaching dyslexic children at home. Here you will find a comprehensive and evidence-based guide to teaching dyslexic children at home. The site includes plenty of practical advice, useful not just for the parents of dyslexic children but for any parent (or grandparent) whose children, schooled or otherwise, need help with the basics of the three R's; reading, writing and arithmetic. Home tutors and the parents of children with school phobia /school refusal may also find the content useful.

Practical Parenting Site

This site is run by Dr Andy Gill (PhD in Psychology), Practical Parenting Advice is a FREE one-stop resource for parents and professionals wanting tips and support on child behaviour, development and family relationships.