How to help a dyslexic child focus, 10 minute activity

Help a dyslexic child to focus and be motivated by setting goals.

Life goals are important because they help motivate a child to achieve.

Children who set life goals and achieve them, are more likely develop:

• a positive outlook on life
• better self-confidence
• higher self-esteem

Goal Ladder Card

Motivate a dyslexic by making the ‘Goal Ladder on the card below.

Taken from Mooki Cards this activity is based on scientific research. Learn more “Setting measurable goals with young people”.

Motivate dyslexic child

Get advice from the Dyslexic Mum about how having clear goals can help to motive a child:

“My grandmother always gave me great words of wisdom. She used to say, ‘Have ambition, have dreams. If you have a goal in life, you are more likely to achieve great things.’

My daughter has dyslexia. She becomes disinterested in learning new skills, such as riding a bike, if she is unable to do them the first time. To be good at things takes practice and determination. Breaking goals down into manageable chunks, in the form of a goal ladder, helps to motivate her.”

Watch clickable video below ‘Motive a dyslexic child’, where the Dyslexic Mum demonstrates how to make a ‘Goal Ladder’.

Use these top tips from the Dyslexic Mum when using the ‘Goal Ladder’ card above:

• Hobbies – Start using the “Goal Ladder”. At first work towards the child learning something small that they enjoy, such as a new hobby. It could be learning Tennis or Painting.
• Praise – Build the child’s confidence by giving them lots of praise, every-time they achieve a step on the goal ladder. The child could work towards a reward if they achieve their goal. Such a treat day out, or you could hold a mini award ceremony with homemade medals.
• Life Goals – Larger life goals, such as future jobs are important for a child to have. Avoid overwhelming the child by planning too far into the future. Instead work towards small goals. If they want to become a Doctor, could they first learn all the names of body parts.

Learn more about setting goals for motivation, see “Psychology of goal setting”.

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