Acknowledgments
This book would not have been possible without the contributions of dozens of parents and educators who continually share their ongoing experiences via the DyslexiaSupport Egroup; special thanks to the group creator Annette Marshall, and to moderator Mary Yohn. I continue to be guided and inspired by the hundreds of members of the Davis Dyslexia family, too numerous to list; I am especially grateful for the support of Ron and Alice Davis, and my good friend Dorothy Owen. Special thanks to my son Ethan and daughter Elise, who taught me everything I know about being a parent.
APPENDIX
Internet Resources for Dyslexia and Learning
Advocacy Organizations and Resource Sites
CHILDREN OF THE CODE
A Social Education Project: The Challenge of Learning to Read
www.childrenofthecode.org
FAIRTEST
The National Center for Fair and Open Testing
www.fairtest.org
THE INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION
Promoting literacy through research, education, and advocacy
www.interdys.org
INTERNATIONAL READING ASSOCIATION
Promoting literacy by improving the quality of instruction
www.reading.org
INTERNET SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCES
Referral information for assessment, treatment, and advocacy
www.iser.com
LD ONLINE
Learning disabilities information for parents, teachers, and professionals
www.ldonline.org
LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Information, resources, and support
www.ldanatl.org
NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES
Online resource for parents and educators
www.ncld.org
P.A.V.E.PARENTS ACTIVE FOR VISION EDUCATION
Resources supporting the critical link between vision and learning
www.pavevision.org
READING ROCKETS
Teaching kids to read and helping those who struggle
www.readingrockets.org
YALE CENTER FOR DYSLEXIA AND CREATIVITY
Slow Reader. Out-of-the-Box Thinker
http://dyslexia.yale.edu
Blogs
DYSLEXIA THE GIFT BLOG
http://blog.dyslexia.com
DYSLEXIA UNTIED
http://dyslexiauntied.blogspot.com
DYSLEXIC ADVANTAGE
http://blog.dyslexicadvantage.com
DYSLEXIC IN AMERICA
www.dyslexicinamerica.info
LD RESOURCES
www.ldresources.org
Educational Support Materials
ACT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Forms and information for requesting accommodations for testing
www.actstudent.org/regist/disab
BOOK SHARE
Accessible online library for people with print disabilities
www.bookshare.org
COLLEGE BOARD SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
How to apply for accommodations on PSAT, SAT, and AP exams
http://student.collegeboard.org/services-for-students-with-disabilities
DYSLEXIC.COM
Assistive technology for dyslexia
www.dyslexic.com
KHAN ACADEMY
Learn almost anything for free (video lessons)
www.khanacademy.org
LEARNING ALLY
Recorded Books to make reading accessible to all
www.learningally.org
MY AUDIO SCHOOL
Large library of audio content for school subjects; low annual subscription cost
www.myaudioschool.com
ONION MOUNTAIN TECHNOLOGY
Low-tech tools for learning assistance
www.onionmountaintech.com
RISE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Recognition for students who have overcome learning challenges
www.risescholarshipfoundation.org
SPARKNOTES
Free online print and video study guides
www.sparknotes.com
TEXTHELP
Reading and Writing Support Technology
www.texthelp.com
Government and Legal Resources
DYSLEGIA LEGISLATIVE TRACKING SITE
Tracks progress of U.S. state and federal legislation related to dyslexia
www.dyslegia.com
IDEA: INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT
U.S. Department of Education Website
http://idea.ed.gov
NATIONAL CENTER ON RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION
U.S. Department of Education sponsored resource database
www.rti4success.org
NATIONAL DISABILITY RIGHTS NETWORK
Protection & Advocacy for Individuals with DisabilitiesFind help in your state
www.ndrn.org
NATIONAL READING PANEL
Read full reports online
www.nationalreadingpanel.org
PARENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER NETWORK
Find the nearest Parent Training and Information Center
www.parentcenternetwork.org
WHAT WORKS CLEARINGHOUSE
U.S. Department of Education Research Database
http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc
Instructional Materials for Reading, Spelling, and Math
AVKO SEQUENTIAL SPELLING
Spelling system for learners with dyslexia
www.avko.org
BARTON READING AND SPELLING SYSTEM
Tutor training and materials
www.bartonreading.com
FAILURE FREE READINGHOME EDITION
Home edition of nonphonic software training program for struggling readers
www.failurefreeonline.com
K12 READER
Reading instruction resources for parents and teachers
www.k12reader.com
MATH-U-SEE
Comprehensive math curriculum using manipulatives to illustrate and teach math concepts
www.mathusee.com
PHONO-GRAPHIX READING PROGRAM
Phonetic-based tutoring system; online training, kits, and workbooks
www.phono-graphix.com
READ NATURALLY
One Minute ReaderHome software for building fluency and comprehension
www.readnaturally.com
RIGHT START MATHEMATICS
Hands-on math program using visualization, the AL Abacus, and math card games
www.rightstartmath.com
Therapies and Treatment Programs
AUDIBLOX
Cognitive exercises to build foundational skills
www.audiblox2000.com
CELLFIELD
Computer-based dyslexia training system
www.cellfield.com
DAVIS DYSLEXIA CORRECTION
Directory of licensed facilitators, training workshops, and materials for home use
www.dyslexia.com
DORE USA
Guided program of balance training exercises
www.doreusa.com
DYSLEXIA INSTITUTES OF AMERICA
Franchised learning centers offering testing and individualized therapy
www.dyslexiainstitutes.com
FAST FORWORD LANGUAGE AND LEARNING
Computer software to build language-based reading skills
www.scilearn.com
INTERACTIVE METRONOME
Sensory Integration Training: Combining Sight, Sound, and Movement
www.interactivemetronome.com