Screening for Dyslexia
Many parents have daily standoffs with their child to read his/her homework assignment. Yes, many kids are just being stubborn, but many others (more than we think), have language-learning disorders such as dyslexia that make it difficult for them to read. When a parent realizes there's an issue, they turn to their educational institution for help, but unfortunately, most public schools are not set up to diagnose or help children with these disorders. Parents can spend two to three years looking for answers and help, and during this time, their child is falling behind in school. For decades, clinicians and parents have not had easy access to a screening instrument--until now.
Lexercise, a company that provides professionally-managed, online dyslexia treatment, has just introduced a free online test that allows parents to screen children ages 6 and up for dyslexia, no matter where they live. First of its kind, the screener takes 5 to 10 minutes to complete and uses common words and nonsense syllables to identify children who are at risk for dyslexia.
Too many children are going through school not ever being diagnosed, which can have a lifelong adverse impact on them personally and professionally. It's imperative that parents know that immediate diagnosis is possible.This screener could literally change the lives of kids who are struggling to read and whose parents have no idea where to turn to for help.
Jodi was able to test the screener and reports that is extremely simple and free to use. No registration is required. If you are concerned about your child's reading, definitely give Lexercise a try.
If you have a child who is struggling with reading, you might also be interested in these articles:
Why Johnny Can't and Won't Read at Scholastic.com
Why Some Children Have Difficulties Learning to Read at Reading Rockets
10 Ways to Nurture Reading at ParentLife Online
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