Leicestershire - Inspiring Pupils with Dyslexia 2014 My name is Billy. I’m 13 years old. I am good at most sports & have lots of mates. I also have a ‘learning difference’ - dyslexia.
Lots of famous and talented people have dyslexia too Lots of famous and talented people have dyslexia too! Can you name anyone here?
Thumbs up = True / Thumbs down = False Dyslexia Quiz Thumbs up = True / Thumbs down = False Only 1 or 2 people in this school have dyslexia. You can tell someone has dyslexia because they look different. People with dyslexia are ‘slow learners’. A person with dyslexia has good ideas.
The word ‘Dyslexia’ means – ‘difficulty with words.’ Some people think it’s just about reading and writing . . . its not!
So, what is dyslexia - and can you ‘catch it’?
I was born with dyslexia … . . . and I want to be a scentist. My dad has dyslexia too. I have to work harder at school - - that’s a challenge and I love challenges!
How does my dyslexia affect me? I’ve been slower to get going with reading Sometimes I forget things, I make lists to help me remember stuff I’m really good at sports and design.
The good things my dyslexia gives me. Thinking up new ideas Solving problems . . . I have a vivid imagination . . . . . . & I love finding out about how things work. What are YOU good at?
Successful sports people can also be dyslexic Successful sports people can also be dyslexic . . . some are Olympic gold medalists. Do you know who?
You’re Fired! Sir Alan Sugar – is a successful businessman & he is a dyslexic learner . . . . maybe because he has dyslexia he is more determined
Artistic… Pablo Picasso is a world famous artist – when younger he struggled with literacy
Henry Ford designed the first motor car. He was a dyslexic learner & also a brilliant inventor.
Creative people… Keira Knightley is a beautiful and talented actress. She has dyslexia – a learning ‘difference’.
You’re not alone! Millions of bright people all over the world have dyslexia … and live great lives by working extra hard.
Who can help with reading & writing? Your teachers Your parents/family More ideas www.bdadyslexia.org.uk Anne Matthews, Snr EP, Leicestershire Psychology Service - 2014.