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Self-advocacy is an important part of the development process for all children, but especially for those who learn differently. Check out these self-advocacy resources at the Wrightslaw website.

The Dyslexic Advantage: Unlocking the Hidden Potential of the Dyslexic Brain: A look at dyslexic strengths

Did you know that many successful architects, lawyers, engineers—even bestselling novelists—had difficulties learning to read and write as children? In this book, Brock and Fernette Eide explain how 20% of people—individuals with dyslexia—share a unique learning style that can create advantages in a classroom, at a job, or at home.

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Recommended book by Deborah Lynam, Director of Parent Community Engagement

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