Are SLD And Dyslexia The Same Thing?
Specific learning disabilities (SLDs) and dyslexia are commonly seen together, so some people may confuse them for being the same. If you’re a parent whose child has just been diagnosed […]
Gift Guide for The Unique Learner
Many parents, teachers, and caregivers ask our team around the holiday season what kind of thoughtful and educational gifts can they buy for their specialized learners. We’re here to help! […]
Private School vs. Public School: Pros and Cons for Kids With Dyslexia/SLD
The decision to send your child to private or public school can be difficult. How much does it cost? What kind of teaching style do they use? Is my child […]
What You Need To Know About Services, Accommodations, and Modifications for Specific Learning Disabilities, “Dyslexia” On An IEP
Accommodations provided for students with disabilities, or learning differences, help them access information and demonstrate what they know. These accommodations are not meant to lower academic standards or expectations. Accommodations […]
The True Gifts of Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a common learning difference that affects the brain’s ability to process language. It most commonly results in difficulties with reading and writing, including spelling, word recognition, and decoding. […]
10 Famous People With Dyslexia
It’s a common misconception that dyslexia is caused by poor intelligence, laziness, or other character flaws. In fact, dyslexia can occur in all walks of life. Some of your favorite […]
10 Myths About Dyslexia And The Truth Behind Them
Dyslexia is a deeply misunderstood learning difference, and the internet is full of myths about it. In this blog post, we’ll talk about the most widespread myths about dyslexia and […]
The RTI Process and How It Fails Children
Millions of school-age children experience difficulties with learning for a myriad of reasons. A learning difference can make learning difficult for a child. For years, schools have attempted to provide […]
Learning Lab Tutors vs. Regular Tutors
When you’re looking for a tutor, you have many options to choose from. You can hire someone with experience in the subject you need help with or an expert in […]
Waiting to See is Waiting to Fail
The wait-to-see approach has been failing children for decades. It focuses on “waiting to see” how kids will do with more time and even retaining kids in the hopes that […]