Our Re-Definition of Dyslexia

We are not impressed with the commonly accepted “definition” of dyslexia that emphasizes challenges and omits strengths. We came up with our own, strength-based “definition,” modeled on the negative one, that provides some much-needed reminders of how to support our dyslexic learners. Try this on for a change: “Dyslexia is a specific learning ability, neurobiological...
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Cheri Rae Santa Barbara Local Hero

“Cheri Rae: Education Advocate” received a “Local Hero Award” from the weekly newspaper, the Santa Barbara Independent in 2012. Here is an account from the newspaper. There’s no ignoring community activist Cheri Rae, try as many government bureaucrats may. Best known as a neighborhood preservationist, Rae has recently focused her energies on “special education,” that vast...
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Successful with Dyslexia

At the beginning, many students and their parents can’t imagine being successful with dyslexia. Reading was such a pleasure when my son was just a little boy, back in the days when I read aloud, and he delighted in the stories and the brightly colored pictures of Goodnight Moon, The Runaway Bunny, and Owl Babies....
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Dyslexia Project Testimonials

Dyslexia Project Testimonials and praise has come in many forms and in several media. But really, the most meaningful testaments to our effectiveness come from the thank-yous from students with dyslexia (and their parents). It’s been a pleasure to serve you. “Yeah!! You are getting it done! I bought copies of ‘DyslexiaLand’ to share with...
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Cheri Rae: Director of The Dyslexia Project

For more than a decade, Cheri Rae has focused on dyslexia, personally and professionally. As so many dyslexia advocates, she has a smart son with dyslexia who was identified with the confusing label of “Specific Learning Disability.” After years of frustration, confusion and lack of progress, she finally understood that his difficulties in school–and success...
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Dyslexia Early Indicators

Dyslexia Early indicators include the following: Speaking later than other kids his age. Your child adds new words very slowly to her vocabulary. Rhyming may be difficult for your child. Difficulty identifying and recognizing printed letters and words. Mispronouncing words Your child’s reading ability is below the standard level expected for the age group. Difficulty...
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Dyslexia 101 as easy as ABC Dyslexia

It’s time for some lessons in Dyslexia 101 as easy as ABC Dyslexia. Every school year seems to pass more quickly that the last one. By mid-January, it is more than half over; the irst semester report cards are issued with grades that  entered into the “permanent record.” Some of those grades reflect the amount...
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The Dyslexia Project

 The Dyslexia Project provides awareness, resources and support for the 1 in 5 with dyslexia in Santa Barbara and beyond. Founded in 2011, The Dyslexia Project has accomplished much in its short history with its outreach efforts, which include: Establishing the Parent Resource Center for Santa Barbara Acquired books and videos, organized lending library Develop...
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