Learn the truth about dyslexia. Discover what is fact and what is fiction.
Many myths about dyslexia can be found online, making it tough to find the truth.
A fun true or false game can help a child learn the truth about dyslexia. The facts here are based on trusted sources, such as “NHS: Dyslexia”.
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Separate dyslexia fact from fiction
Get tips below from the Dyslexic Mum on discovering the truth about dyslexia, facts that are backed by science.
“The internet is full of untrue things about dyslexia. As a parent of a dyslexic child, it is scary to read. A dyslexic child must know the truth about dyslexia. This helps keep them safe and can help with their self-confidence.
I have designed a card game to help a child learn about dyslexia. All facts are scientifically proven, so you can be sure this is the truth.”
Watch the clickable video ‘Fun facts dyslexia’ below. The Dyslexic Mum shows how to play the fun ‘Myth Buster’ dyslexia game.
Learn dyslexia fact from fiction. Here are a few examples to get you started.
True facts about dyslexia:
- You have dyslexia forever.
- Rich and famous people are dyslexic.
- Dyslexic kids can be good at maths.
Untrue myths about dyslexia:
- Dyslexics are lazy.
- Dyslexia means you can’t be clever.
- Only boys are dyslexic.
Try it today: a quick true or false game
- Read it – read one of the statements above out loud, in a random order.
- Guess it – your child shows a thumbs up for true, or a thumbs down for false.
- Talk about it – share the answer and chat about why. Then try the next one.
Want the full true or false game?
The Myth Buster card has more true facts and myths to test, with ready-made steps for you on the front and a picture activity for your child on the back. Everything is in one place. It’s one of 56 ten-minute activities in the Mooki Cards deck.
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