Spelling difficulties

English spelling can be a source of great frustration for a child who is learning how to read and write. But when difficulties persist beyond the first few years of school, a language-based specific learning difference could be the cause of the trouble. Estimates suggest 1 in ten people struggles with some form of dyslexia, which also affects reading ability.

In this video Jo Crawford, an inspirational and ‘delightfully dyslexic’ ambassador for the British Dyslexia Association explains more about spelling difficulties and what happens in the brain when we go to spell a word.

This video is based on the following article from the Read and Spell Blog:
https://www.readandspell.com/spelling...

Hear more from Jo on her YouTube channel:    / @jocrawfordnews  

Tips and Tricks for Improving Spelling

1. Try kinesthetic and visual learning - e.g. drawing words in sand or cutting out words and sticking them on colorful paper
2. Use a touch-typing program such as Touch-type Read and Spell (TTRS) to get a multi-sensory learning experience. Hear the word, see it on the screen and press the corresponding letters on the keyboard until the sequence of keys becomes automatic
3. Learn high frequency sound and letter combinations - use games to promote the link between the letter(s) and sound(s)
4. Read - seeing words on a page can help you learn them and improve your ability to produce them in writing

“...but most importantly, enjoy what you’re doing. Learning should be a fun experience and it’s the best way to retain information.” - Jo Crawford

Video link:    • Spelling difficulties  

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To read more about the positives associated with dyslexia and discover some helpful tips on identifying and managing a language-based learning difference, visit the Read and Spell Blog https://www.readandspell.com/blog hosted by Touch-type Read and Spell (TTRS).

About TTRS
Touch-type Read and Spell is a multi-sensory and research-based program that can help children and adults improve their typing, reading, and spelling skills. The program aims to build literacy skills and increase confidence and self-esteem in users as they master the art of keyboarding. Special Education Resource of the Year, 2017 Education Resource Awards. Bett Awards 2019 Finalist. Learn more at https://www.readandspell.com