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Oftentimes when children have difficulties with reading and writing
they are considered to be low achievers
or slow learners but the real problem
maybe a learning disability. Dyslexia is one type of learning disability that
affects how a child perceives and processes words numbers and symbols.
Although dyslexia can only be diagnosed by a trained professional there are some
signs that you can look for.
In most cases signs of dyslexia show up as soon as children begin learning to
read.
The most common clues when a child receives the letters of the word
backwards upside-down or reversed.
A child's writing can also show evidence of dyslexia if words and
letters are written in a jumbled manner.
Either signs to look for include difficulties in sounding out words week
weak spelling skills, a problem remembering new words, poor hand-eye coordination
and difficulty comprehending what is read.
If your child is having learning difficulties here's what you can do,
first, set up and meeting with your child's teacher and asked if he or she has
noticed similar problems at school.
Second, make an appointment for you when your child to see the school psychologist or
special education teacher.
Lastly, if dyslexia is diagnosed contact your child's school and ask about
special programs designed to help dyslexic students succeed in school.