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Reading Rockets

Reading Rockets: Accommodating Students With Dyslexia [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This five page PDF resource guide provides great information on accommodating students who have dyslexia in all classroom settings. Accommodations on materials, instruction, and student performance are included.
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Reading From Scratch: dyslexia.org

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Learn more about the Reading From Scratch program that is based on scientific research to help students with dyslexia. This site features helpful hints for teachers, a bibliographies, definitions and more.
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Is the Corpus Callosum the Missing Link in Dyslexia?

For Students 9th - 10th
A very interesting article which explores the condition of dyslexia may be caused by a non functioning corpos callosum. Many examples and research findings are given to back this claim. Also, the symptoms of dyslexia are discussed.
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Read Works

Read Works: The Upside of Dyslexia

For Students 4th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about dyslexia and how it can boost creativity in students. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: What Is Dyslexia?

For Students 9th - 10th
Kelli Sandman-Hurley urges us to think again about dyslexic brain function and to celebrate the neurodiversity of the human brain. [4:35]
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: New Research Into Dyslexia

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Research the array of sophisticated technologies scientists use to look closely at the brain. Diagram the major lobes of the brain and explore the functions of the frontal lobe to learn about how dyslexic individuals process information.
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Reading Rockets

Reading Rockets: Learning Disabilities

For Teachers K - 1st
This resource provides a wealth of information about learning disabilities, the most common of which is dyslexia - difficulty with language and reading.
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Sharper Mind Centers: Questions About Add/adhd

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Sharper Mind Centers provides a list of frequently asked questions about ADD, ADHD and Dyslexia. The questions are thoroughly answered and are very interesting. This is a good site to answer questions on the subject.
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PBS

Pbs: Misunderstood Minds

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A wonderful spotlight on scientific explanations behind learning differences and strategies to aid success in school. Includes profiles of the students in the documentary as well as interactive activities designed to give site visitors a...
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Wizzlewolf: Special Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site with links to numerous others that are a valuable component to any teacher who works with students with disabilities. Site developed by a National Board Certified Teacher.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Kids With Special Needs

For Students 3rd - 5th
"There are many different people in the world, and each one is special. However, some people may have physical or mental challenges that require extra help or assistance."
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Open Universiteit: Studieplaza

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Enter the Study Plaza and learn how to manage your time and to study effectively.
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Schwab Learning: Learning Difficulties

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Primarily a parent's guide to helping kids with learning difficulties which also offers resources helpful to teachers.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Patricia Polacco's Biography

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Visit this website for a first-person biography on author Patricia Polacco. The site also includes the transcript of an interview with Polacco, a bibliography (with summaries) of her works, and a link to her official website.
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Reading From Scratch: Spelling Rules

For Teachers 1st - 3rd Standards
The "Reading from Scratch" site provides a list of spelling rules with examples.

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