Resources for Parents and Caregivers
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Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities by David Flink
Parenting A Struggling Reader by Susan L. Hall & Louisa C. Moats
The Secret Life of the Dyslexic Child by Robert Frank
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan by Ben Foss
Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for A Child With Dyslexia Within The Public Education System by Kelli Sandman-Hurley
DyslexiaLand a Field Guide for Parents of Children with Dyslexia by Cheri Rae
From Emotions to Advocacy: The Special Education Survival Guide by Peter Wright & Pam Wright
All About IEP’s: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About IEPs by Peter Wright, Pamela Darr Wright, and Sandra Webb O’Connor
All About Tests and Assessments by Melissa Lee Farrall, Pamela Darr Wright, & Peter W.D. Wright
IDA Dyslexia Handbook: What Every Family Should Know - View here
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Hank Zipzer series written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
Fish In A Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Thank You Mr. Falker by Patricia Palacco
It’s Called Dyslexia by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos
Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan
The Alphabet War: A Story About Dyslexia by Diane Burton Robb
My Name is Brain, Brian by Jeanne Betancourt
Knees: The Mixed-Up World of a Boy with Dyslexia by Vanita Oelschlager
A Walk in the Words by Hudson Talbot
Ben and Emma’s Big Hit by Gavin Newsom
Magnificent Meg by Andra Harris
Tom’s Special Talent by Kate Gaynor
The Don’t Give Up Kid: and Learning Disabilities by Jeanne Gehret
It’s Called Dyslexia? by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos
If You’re So Smart, How Come You Can’t Spell Mississippi? by Barbara Esham
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National Center on Improving Literacy - ALL THE THINGS (advocacy, information, tools)
Accessing College - we empower parents to support their students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health conditions in advocating for themselves, acquiring the necessary tools and skills for college access and success.
Dyslexia Resources for Kids and Families - A wonderful resource page compiled by Goranson, Bain, Ausley Family Law
Decoding Dyslexia Washington (DDWA) - A parent-led grassroots group uniting families, educators, and professionals to raise dyslexia awareness, support children, and inform Washington policymakers on best practices.
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Learning disabilities are neurologically-based processing difficulties that can impact oral language (listening, speaking, understanding), reading, written language (spelling, written expression, writing fluency), and/or math (calculation, fluency, problem-solving).
Learning disabilities can also affect phonological processing, visual spatial processing, processing speed, memory and attention, and executive functions (planning and decision-making).
Individuals with learning disabilities are of average or above average intelligence.
Learning disabilities are due to genetic and/or neurobiological factors that alter brain functioning in a manner which affects one or more processes related to learning.
Individuals with learning disabilities do not need to just 'try harder’, they need individualized interventions, accommodations, and supports.
Learning disabilities are lifelong, but with the right support, individuals with learning disabilities can excel.
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