MANY FAMOUS PEOPLE have experience of DYSLEXIa
Richard Branson
Steven Spielberg
Michael Douglas
Take a look at this fun and inspiring TED talk: The Creative Brilliance of Dyslexia from Kate Griggs
And did you know that Matt Hancock has dyslexia?
Actress, Kara Tointon, featured in an informative documentary about her dyslexia. It's called 'Don't call me stupid' and is in 4 parts. You can find it on youtube.
The rose review 2009
A good starting point to understand more about dyslexia is to read this working definition by Sir Jim Rose
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent word reading and spelling.
Characteristic features of dyslexia are difficulties in phonological awareness, verbal memory and verbal processing speed.
Dyslexia occurs across the range of intellectual abilities.
It is best thought of as a continuum, not a distinct category, and there are no clear cut-off points.
Co-occurring difficulties may be seen in aspects of language, motor co-ordination, mental calculation, concentration and personal organisation, but these are not, by themselves, markers of dyslexia.
A good indication of the severity and persistence of dyslexic difficulties can be gained by examining how the individual responds or has responded to well-founded intervention.
The Rose Review - Identifying and Teaching Children and Young People with Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties. An independent report from Sir Jim Rose to the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families.
Listen to Pam's interview about dyslexia on 'Corsham Talking' on Kik radio
What the experts say
Word of Mouth - Dyslexia - BBC Sounds
Michael Rosen talks about dyslexia with expert Professor Maggie Snowling: what it is, how to understand it and useful advice for parents and teachers.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0002gr1
Dystalk, contains informative videos by academics and experts about dyslexia and co-occurring difficulties and is well worth a visit. Introductory talks are on the left if you are just starting out.