Conversations About Dyslexia with PFLC

What are your thoughts? We believe it's important to spread awareness about dyslexia. Dyslexia is present in all genders and races, but is often looked over.

Did you know dyslexia is prevalent amongst all genders and races?

1 in 5 people have dyslexia which is 20% of our population! This is one of the many reasons why it is important to spread awareness. These are just a few steps to helping people with dyslexia get the help that they need to use their super powers!!

If you are concerned about your child's reading skills and would like to schedule an assessment appointment, please call the Phillips Fundamental Learning Center at 316-684-7323. We are here to help!


                       

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These are a few common signs of dyslexia in people. What are other signs that you've come across or have?

https://www.sciencealert.com/having-dyslexia-could-mean-your-brain-is-wired-to-make-better-decisions

We found the coolest article ever! It's so cool to see how dyslexia is spoken about in such a positive way. We found it interesting how dyslexia "stands to reason evolution favored".

Psychologists have found that people with dyslexia tend to be better at spatial reasoning, better at predicting outcomes, and are more inventive!

What are your thoughts on this article?

Research Suggests There's a Big Overlooked Benefit of Having Dyslexia The modern world is stitched together by threads of written language. For those with the reading disorder dyslexia, the endless tangle of words can feel like an obstacle to survival.

Check out this article below!

It's so cool to know that some of our favorite celebrities also have dyslexia along with other learning differences.
This is proof that dyslexia doesn't have to stop you from reaching your dreams!

Getting early intervention is key to learning how to use your superpowers!





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Famous People with Dyslexia, Dyscalculia & Other Learning Differences The list of famous people with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning differences is as impressive as it is long. Celebrities ranging from Tom Holland and Jennifer Aniston to Keanu Reeves and Chris Rock attribute their creative successes, in part, to the resilience and perseverance they developed...

Dyslexia is often so negatively stigmatized against... BUT did you know many famous geniuses throughout history actually had dyslexia too? Albert Einstein is a great example!

Who else do you know that is famous and has dyslexia?

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Children with dyslexia can hone their superpowers over time with the right amount of patience, love, and support! Early intervention is key to helping them improve their reading abilities and to help children stay on top of the school system!

Providing children with dyslexia love and care allows them to build greater confidence in themselves!

It's amazing to see how dyslexia is becoming destigmatized! This definition was added to the Dictionary.com page! It's amazing to see how dyslexia can be spoken about in such a positive light.
There are so many unique and amazing characteristics behind dyslexia and these need to be our new focus!

Let's look at scientific facts on what dyslexia truly is!

Great visual of the reading brain!

Did you know with evidence-based reading instruction those with dyslexia can learn to use more efficient pathways for reading.

Thanks to fMRIs, researchers can observe these changes in the brain!

What other myths about dyslexia would you like to debunk?

Dyslexia affects everyone differently at different ages! Check out this post to learn more 🧠

Did you know that dyslexia and ADHD often coexist? Having one doesn't cause the other, but people can often be found with both! ADHD is one of the many co-occurring difficulties found - others include dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and more!

Check out this article on emotions! ADHD lists emotional instability as one of the most impairing aspects of the condition, but not everyone with ADHD experiences extreme emotions.

https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/adhd-emotions-knock-off-our-feet/?fbclid=IwAR1-Y7SVLfclTh6UscII3K8Mfd6KJM5hTZZZDsnLgwq3SyScDY-jc2cNmZ0

7 Emotions That Knock Us Off Our Feet Nearly a third of adolescents and adults with ADHD list emotional instability as one of the most impairing aspects of the condition, yet its diagnostic criteria don’t even mention emotions. Here, Dr. William Dodson explains the most common emotional impairments associated with ADHD.

Did you know early intervention is the key to helping a child succeed? Let's talk about it!

Did you know many adults have gone through school without getting their dyslexia identified?

Early identification of dyslexia helps children find effective instruction for their specific needs. The ADA states that earlier identification helps reduce the chance secondary effects setting in such as: frustration, social and emotional issues, low self esteem, and loss of motivation for learning. Children do not grow out of their dyslexia, which is why time is valuable when it comes to dyslexia and a child's positive self esteem!

PFLC can help you screen your child for dyslexia today. Call 316-684-7323 and ask for Sydney to get started!

Let's talk about it!

Did you know that 20% of the population is dyslexic? It's much more common than we think!

Did you know that dyslexia is in 20% of the population? That means 1 in 5 people have dyslexia - it’s more common than you think! Although dyslexia presents challenges, people who have dyslexia are often highly creative and intelligent!

Search bars to discover dyslexia in children often look like this. Is yours similar?

The Fundamental Learning Center helps get children within tested for reading disabilities. Call them today to set up an appointment!

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The Phillips Fundamental Learning Center will help get your child assessed for dyslexia and other reading disabilities!

Dyslexia is often stigmatized against. Let's change this together!

Dyslexia is often stigmatized against and is seen as a disadvantage in the world when the reality is that it's just a different way of thinking. Dyslexia allows people to be inventors, creators, and to be amazing problem solvers since they can think outside of the box.

Their superpowers allow them to see the world in a different way than most of us do which allows them to create solutions that others do not see.

The Phillips Fundamental Learning Center is a centerfold for helping children learn to use their superpowers to excel in the school system. Unlike many schools, PFLC does not focus on a lateral measurement of intelligence. We believe in letting your child's creativity and intelligence be explored! PFLC also educates teachers on dyslexia, helping them create even brighter futures for their students with reading disabilities!

The lack of recognition of dyslexia in Kansas is a social justice issue. Bringing awareness to this issue is the first step that we are taking to help improve literacy rates amongst children in Kansas. Seeing how there is a lack of diagnosis or recognition of dyslexia in children because of their skin color is terrible to hear. But, the Phillips Fundamental Learning Center strives to bring light to this situation and to improve the reading abilities of children coming from all backgrounds.

Check out this image provided by Improving Literacy to learn more how dyslexia can be better addressed.

What are your thoughts on how dyslexia is being handled?

Phonics is outdated?

The NY Times has followed how Phonics has gone in and out of style for decades when it comes to teaching children how to read. Under President George W. Bush, phonics had a major push under a federal program called Reading First. Sadly, this program didn’t create the achievements that were originally planned for the program throughout America’s education system.

Schools are figuring out that phonics alone is not enough to help students become competent readers; they are now applying the “science of reading”.

In response to the New York Times, the International Dyslexia Association has written a response that holds instructions on becoming a Competent Reader. They emphasize the importance of applying the Science of Reading (“.. phonics instruction in isolation is insufficient.”).

The Phillips Fundamental Center strives to help teachers learn how to apply the Science of Reading to help their students that struggle to read become more proficient. We not only work with children with dyslexia, but can also help children without dyslexia become more proficient and independent with their reading.

Click the article to learn more about how schools are improving their curriculum through the NY Times and International Dyslexia Association.

https://dyslexiaida.org/the-science-of-reading-a-response-to-the-new-york-times/

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/15/us/reading-phonics.html?action=click&module=Top%20Stories&pgtype=Homepage

The Science of Reading (A Response to the New York Times) - International Dyslexia Association By David P. Hurford

Princess Beatrice is a person with dyslexia and was diagnosed at age seven. By keeping a positive mindset and focusing on what she “could do” rather than couldn’t do - Princess Beatrice has been able to master her dyslexia superpowers to help her excel.

In the article below, Princess Beatrice has stated that “As an older person looking back, it (dyslexia) has allowed me to look at things in a new way and come up with solutions - I always describe it like being able to think in a circle”.
Here, at the Phillips Fundamental Learning Center, we have the tools to help children tap into their superpowers and provide extra support just as the Helen Arkell Centre did for Princess Beatrice. The NHS describes dyslexia as a “common learning difficulty” but dyslexia is different from other learning disabilities because a person’s intelligence is NOT affected. According to the NHS 1 in 5 persons have dyslexia and at PFLC we hope to help those with reading disabilities learn how to navigate through life like Princess Beatrice.

To read more about Princess Beatrice and her journey with dyslexia ~ click the link below!

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/royal-family/princess-beatrice-dyslexia-diagnosis-lucky-b1903158.html

Princess Beatrice says her children would be ‘lucky’ to have dyslexia The 33-year-old royal has talked about the benefits she believes she has gained from having dyslexia

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Check out this story about Mckenzi Weber! Mckenzi speaks about how dyslexia doesn't define her! Weber is currently on the K-State volleyball team and has found great academic success despite growing up with dyslexia. Learn how she's learned how to turn dyslexia into a tool for success!

Learn about how Dyslexia does not define this K-State Volleyball super star Mckenzi Weber!

Weber was diagnosed with dyslexia in kindergarten. "It's not anything that really defines me, by any mean. It's just something you deal with." said Weber.

In this interview Weber talks about how being a person with dyslexia has laid down a foundation for her and has made her a hard worker. Read more about her aspiring story below!

https://www.kstatesports.com/news/2019/10/9/volleyball-se-why-dyslexia-does-not-define-k-state-vb-senior-mckenzi-weber-but-laid-foundation-for-her-success.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2jdzLR76bpOxZ6Zk06UNS_2T0xG_9qz14QCcnI1oraUpbrlvwu0BhHqa0

Did you know that about 3 in 10 individuals diagnosed with dyslexia also have ADHD?
Check out this success story about Michael Phelps! Although ADHD is different from dyslexia - the two can often be found together in individuals! Learn about how Michael has overcome his ADHD through the help of his supportive parents.

PFLC here to remind you about how many people who are diagnosed with dyslexia are often diagnosed with ADHD!

ADHD and dyslexia are different brain disorders, but they tend to overlap. About 3 in 10 individuals with dyslexia also have ADHD. But, having ADHD does not mean that you’ll get dyslexia or vis versa.

Check out this article on Michael Phelps about how he has learned to manage his ADHD through the support of his parents.

https://www.ldrfa.org/michael-phelps/

Check out this article about Jonathan Mooney who hated school as a kid. Jonathan was diagnosed with dyslexia, dyslexia, and ADHD as a child and felt like he never quite fit in. Despite struggling with school and dropping out in high school, Mooney is now an author and co-founder of Eye to Eye. In this article Jonathan talks about the methods that he used to change his mindset on dyslexia to help him find success - which included:

- Stopped looking at himself as the problem
- Mother advocated for his right to be taught the way he learns
- Found greater confidence by focusing on his strengths and talents

Just as a child with dyslexia learns differently, PFLC strives to teach the way student learns while also training other teachers our methods!

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It's here! The best month of the year!

Happy Dyslexia Awareness Month! We hope you’re just excited as we are to spend this time together debunking dyslexia myths! Stay tuned! 😊

What things are you doing to help your child have a successful school year?

Has school been rough for your child lately? Have they been having a hard time focusing when it comes to reading?
The Philips Fundamental Learning Center has created The Sound Case to help support your child's interrupted learning routine! The Sound Case kit is used by professionals to teach children to read across the country. The Sound Case is great for children ages 5-8 who have dyslexia, are struggling to read, or who are just learning to read! For one hour a day, you can continue to support your child's efforts to learn to read!

Join us for a fabulous fall evening at a magical
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Are you as excited as we are for the Prairie Chic Fashion Show?! Grab your admission for PFLC's very own fashion show on October 8th at 5:30pm!

Live auction proceeds help restock the Billie Vliet Scholarship Fund which is a scholarship to help a child with dyslexia learn to read; opening a lifetime of success to a struggling reader! Link to purchase your admission can be found in the link tree in our bio or on(http://funlearn.org) under "Events".

Hope to see ya'll there!

Superpowers. What's your child's superpower?

‘Dyslexia is not like other learning disabilities’: Kevin O’Leary Entrepreneur, Investor and host of Shark Tank, Kevin O'Leary joined Yahoo Finance's Alexis Christoforous to discuss how growing up with dyslexia has impacted him.