For Parents
Parenting a dyslexic child can bring questions, worries, and moments of wonder. This series was created to help you understand your child’s dyslexia more clearly, recognise how it affects their learning and wellbeing, and explore practical ways you can support them at home and at school.
The videos are grouped into three themes. You can follow them in order for a guided journey or choose the topics that matter most for your family right now.
Our aim is to help parents and whānau:
- Understand both the challenges and the strengths of dyslexic thinking
- Recognise the wider impact dyslexia can have on emotions, stress, and confidence
- Learn practical strategies to support learning, motivation, and self-esteem
- Build confidence in advocating for your child and celebrating who they are
1.Understanding Dyslexia
▶️ Understanding dyslexic challenges for parents
▶️ Understanding dyslexic strengths for parents
▶️ Different types of learning differences
▶️ Things kids wish everyone knew about dyslexia
Handout: Other types of learning differences
2.Holistic Impact
▶️ Understanding learning stress in dyslexic children
Handout: Dyslexia and anxiety common triggers
3. What Parents Can Do
▶️Why dyslexic learners need accommodations
▶️Helping your child develop a growth mindset
▶️Using effective praise to improve self esteem
▶️Anxiety strategies for your dyslexic child
▶️Using dyslexic strengths for support
▶️ Accommodating for dyslexic challenges
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