Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD or Asperger's Syndrome?
Tips for Teaching 3D Thinkers
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Chances are, you're here because your student struggles with reading, spelling and/or writing. You need answers! Perhaps your student has symptoms of Dyslexia, ADHD, Asperger's or Autism and you are wondering how you can help your unique child succeed. You may have tried several methods and found that nothing seems to work. Maybe you've been using the wrong tools for your child. Why?
Perhaps your struggling child is a visual thinker. Many people with Dyslexia, Autism and ADHD even think in 3D! That means they think primarily with pictures, not words. We've heard it said that people who think in pictures think a thousand times faster than people who think in words. Well, we all know that a picture is worth a thousand words! The world inside their heads is just as vivid as the real world. It's no wonder they get bored when presented with typical learning materials! Children with visual minds often have trouble processing written words correctly because their minds are searching for the "third dimension" that is found everywhere else in nature. To Dyslexics and Visual thinkers, a flat page looks "out of this world" or distorted. But what if reading lessons were presented in a 3D type setting on reproducible worksheet pages to keep things simple, affordable and effective? Could this even be possible? YES! but only with Dyslexia Games!
We focus on the child's strengths and his visual thinking processes to empower him to overcome his weaknesses. Dyslexia Games is a Brain Training Therapy that "tricks" the right side of the brain into gaining important new skills for processing symbols, letters and written words- all while your child is having fun! Our puzzles are designed to appeal to kids who think in 3D - because the were designed by a mom with Asperger's who also thinks in 3D!
Click on the puzzles below to learn more or keep reading to find out how to teach kids like yours. Keep in mind that children with Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism have a few things in common such as 3D thinking, but their disorders impact different parts of the brain. It's not unusual for kids with Autism and ADHD to also have symptoms of Dyslexia.
Perhaps your struggling child is a visual thinker. Many people with Dyslexia, Autism and ADHD even think in 3D! That means they think primarily with pictures, not words. We've heard it said that people who think in pictures think a thousand times faster than people who think in words. Well, we all know that a picture is worth a thousand words! The world inside their heads is just as vivid as the real world. It's no wonder they get bored when presented with typical learning materials! Children with visual minds often have trouble processing written words correctly because their minds are searching for the "third dimension" that is found everywhere else in nature. To Dyslexics and Visual thinkers, a flat page looks "out of this world" or distorted. But what if reading lessons were presented in a 3D type setting on reproducible worksheet pages to keep things simple, affordable and effective? Could this even be possible? YES! but only with Dyslexia Games!
We focus on the child's strengths and his visual thinking processes to empower him to overcome his weaknesses. Dyslexia Games is a Brain Training Therapy that "tricks" the right side of the brain into gaining important new skills for processing symbols, letters and written words- all while your child is having fun! Our puzzles are designed to appeal to kids who think in 3D - because the were designed by a mom with Asperger's who also thinks in 3D!
Click on the puzzles below to learn more or keep reading to find out how to teach kids like yours. Keep in mind that children with Dyslexia, ADHD, and Autism have a few things in common such as 3D thinking, but their disorders impact different parts of the brain. It's not unusual for kids with Autism and ADHD to also have symptoms of Dyslexia.
How to Ensure Effective Teaching and Therapy for Dyslexia:
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- Brain Training efforts need to be intense and prolonged over time. (Make the brain work on new and challenging tasks and puzzles, and don't give up after a couple of weeks! The brain needs a daily workout routine to become stronger.)
- Therapy and teaching sessions should be fairly short. (We recommend 20 to 30 minutes.)
- There should be adequate sleep between sessions. (TIP: Try one session a day plus a good night's sleep. The brain builds itself up as we sleep.)
- If the therapy is fun, the impact will be greater. Pleasure is an important factor in creating new brain connections. (We use art puzzles, games, and animals in our therapy. Kids delight in these things!)
- When a child is motivated by rewards he feels a sense of purpose. This motivates him to work hard. (TIP: Give the child a prize when he completes each book. We provide a certificate of completion at the back of each book.)
- Learning takes hold when the child pays attention. (TIP: Dyslexia often goes hand in hand with ADHD. It's hard for such children to focus on just one activity at a time. We recommend allowing the child to chew gum while working on the lessons. Not only will the chewing action satisfy the child's need to be active, but he will also associate the games with a stick of gum. That can motivate the child to willingly engage in the daily lesson.)
Do you need more Teaching tips? Visit Sarah Brown's Blog!
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