Parent Resources – WordFlow Literacy

Understanding Dyslexia

International Dyslexia Association

Recommended Books

Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D. Comprehensive information about dyslexia, effective interventions, and current scientific research — authoritative and very in-depth.

Conquering Dyslexia by Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. Information about what dyslexia is, how to identify it, early diagnosis and intervention, teaching students, and advocating effectively for your dyslexic child.

From Emotions to Advocacy by Peter Wright and Pamela Darr Wright Know your child's rights to a free appropriate public education, and learn how to advocate effectively with the public school system.

Effective Reading Instruction

Podcast: Sold a Story – Emily Hanford
Video: How the Brain Learns to Read – Prof. Stanislas Dehaene
Structured Literacy Instruction
The Science of Reading
How Structured Literacy is Different from Typical Classroom Reading Instruction – Louise Spear-Swerling
Teaching Reading IS Rocket Science – Louisa C. Moats
Whole Language High Jinks – Louisa C. Moats

Sources of Reliable Information

There is an overwhelming amount of information on the Internet about dyslexia and learning disabilities. The trick is finding the sites that provide reliable information and avoiding the sites selling "snake oil." These reliable resources will get you started.