Reading Disorder - Parent Resources

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1. 50 Best iPad Apps for Users with Reading Disabilities - Apps that are a great help to students with reading challenges.
2. Clues to Reading Disabilities - Things to look for in different age groups that might suggest a reading disability.
3. Evaluation of Children with Reading Difficulties - Evaluating developmental, educational, and family history in conjunction with standardized testing can increase recognition of risk factors for reading difficulties.
4. Helping Your Child: Guidance for Families - Reading problems are common, but they can have different causes and warning signs. Sometimes a problem is simple and quick to solve while others may require extensive intervention. Here are some common reading issues and ways to get help for your child.
5. How parents can set children up for reading success - Laurie Gauger, Ph.D.shares tips for parents on building children’s reading and language skills, and signs that indicate a child may have dyslexia or another reading disability. With the right support and interventions, young children can become skilled and confident readers.
6. Is It a Reading Disorder or a Developmental Lag? - Expert advice on identifying and addressing reading problems in your child's early years.
7. Learning Disorders Resources for Parents - Familiarize yourself with the basics, from various forms of LDs to challenges kids with LDs may face. Explore resources on learning disorders to understand types of disabilities, early signs of academic challenges, and ways to support kids in school.
8. Literacy resources for families of children struggling with reading - If your child is struggling with reading, there are many resources you can use to support them. Here are some of our favorites.
9. Reading disabilities: Signs, types, and tips to help students succeed - In this article, we’ll examine reading disabilities, explore their signs, various types, and most importantly, provide valuable tips to support students in overcoming these challenges.
10. Types of reading disabilities - Reading disabilities — also known as reading disorders — are specific learning disabilities that make reading challenging. The most well-known type of reading disability is dyslexia. But not all reading disabilities are dyslexia.