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Table of Contents	What is Dyslexia?	Symptoms of Dyslexia	What We Now Know	Testing	Teaching That Works	Persistent Myths	Related Topics	Questions & Answers	To Learn More	Site Map

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Free Quarterly E-Newsletter Back to top	Once every three months, Bright Solutions distributes a FREE newsletter via e-mail. This newsletter summarizes newly published research results, the latest articles on dyslexia published in academic and medical journals, great web sites, upcoming seminars and tutor trainings, and other items of interest to those involved in dyslexia. To subscribe to this FREE e-newsletter, just click here, then type your city and state as the message. Back to top
Meet Susan Barton at these Conferences Back to top	Susan Barton will be speaking at these conferences: Education Service Center Region 19 Conference El Paso, TX Friday, January 4, 2008 9:45 - noon, Dyslexia: The Warning Signs and 2:45 - 5:00, Dyslexia: Effective Reading Instruction For more information, go to: conference.esc19.net Association of Christian Schools Convention Birmingham, Alabama Thursday, January 24, 2008 2:10 - 4:15, Dyslexia: The Warning Signs and Friday, January 25, 2008 12:35 - 2:40, Dyslexia: Effective Reading Instruction For more information, go to: www.acsi.org/~sealconv Virginia State Reading Conference Richmond, Virginia Thursday, March 13, 2008 8 - 11 am, Dyslexia: Symptoms & Solutions -- pre-conference session For more information, go to: www.vsra.org Pennsylvania Speech Language Hearing Convention Pittsburgh, PA Thursday, April 10, 2008 8:30 - 11:30 am, Dyslexia: Symptoms & Solutions For more information, go to: www.psha.org/convention.htm Back to top
Weekend Workshops by Susan Barton Back to top	Weekend Workshops in San Jose, CA The only workshops Susan Barton will offer from September 2007 through May 2008 will be Barton Tutor Certification Testing workshops. She will be offering them in several states during the next few months. Barton Tutor Certification Testing - Beginning (Levels 1, 2, & 3) Saturday, Apr. 12, 2008 in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania Friday, April 18, 2008 in San Francisco, CA -- FULL Sunday, Apr. 20, 2008 in San Francisco, CA -- FULL ** Nuts & Bolts of Private Practice on Sat, April 19, also in San Francisco, CA Saturday, May 10, 2008 in Lexington, Kentucky Sunday, June 29, 2008 in Santa Clara, CA -- FULL Sunday, July 13, 2008 in Santa Clara, CA -- FULL Saturday, July 19, 2008 in Santa Clara To sign up, click here to download the registration form or call our office at (408) 559-3652. Barton Tutor Certification Testing - Intermediate (Levels 4, 5, and 6) Saturday, Apr. 26, 2008 in San Francisco, CA To sign up, click here to download the registration form or call our office at (408) 559-3652. Back to top
Free Short Presentations Back to top	Free Short Presentations: Butler, Pennsylvania Thursday, April 10, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Penn Christian Academy To sign up, contact Cindy Dodds at 724-586-5200 x 12, or Stockton, California Tuesday, April 22, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Claudia Landeen School To sign up, contact Carol McGurk or Sandra Fetters at 209-464-6127, or Walnut Creek, California Thursday, April 24, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Walnut Creek Christian Academy To sign up, contact Barbara Pulley at 925-216-1587, or San Jose, California Wednesday, April 30, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At St. Frances Cabrini School To sign up, contact Lisa Gusimat at 408-559-3652 x 8, or Bowling Green, Kentucky Thursday, May 8, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Greenwood Park Church of Christ To sign up, contact Bonnie Nicks at 270-303-6839, Brandie Shelton at 270-846-7137, or Lexington, Kentucky Friday, May 9, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Crosswoods Baptist Church To sign up, contact Kimberly Hudson at 859-219-0127, or San Francisco, California Wednesday, May 28, 2008 6:00 - 9:00 pm At Zion Lutheran Church To sign up, contact Lisa Gusimat at 408-559-3652 x 8, or Back to top
Summer Seminars: Back to top	Summer Seminars Susan Barton, one of America's leading experts in Dyslexia and ADD/ADHD, will present these professional development seminars. Optional college credit is offered through the University of San Diego. To download the brochure, which has a registration form on the last page, just click here. A brief description of each seminar is listed below. Understanding Dyslexia and AD/HD July 14 to 18, 2008 San Jose, California Ideal for parents, teachers, school psychologists, principals and other professionals who need to understand these two conditions in depth, so they can help children with either or both conditions succeed in school -- and in life. You'll learn the causes and symptoms of dyslexia and AD/HD, how to get an accurate diagnosis, which treatment options are effective, classroom accommodations -- and a whole lot more. If you are already a Barton tutor and ready for certification, a Barton Tutor Certification Testing day will be held the day before this seminar starts (Sunday, July 13). To register for that day, call our office at 408-559-3652. Tutoring People with Dyslexia June 23 to 27, 2008 San Jose, California You can greatly improve the reading, spelling, and writing skills of children, teenagers, or adult with dyslexia using the Barton Reading & Spelling System. Thousands have learned the Barton Reading & Spelling System using our training videos This is your once-a-year opportunity to learn the Barton Reading & Spelling System directly from Susan Barton--live! She'll also show you how to create an Early Intervention or Tutoring Program at your school, using volunteer tutors and the Barton System. To learn more about the Barton Reading & Spelling System, go to www.BartonReading.com. To register, either call our office at 408-559-3652, or click here to download the brochure, then mail or fax in the registration form. To receive a brochure through the mail, just click here and type in your mailing address. The seminars will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Santa Clara, California. We have arranged for a special room rate. To reserve a hotel room for the Understanding Dyslexia and AD/HD course, click here. To reserve a hotel room for the Tutoring People with Dyslexia course, click here. Questions? Call us at 408-559-3652. Back to top
Webcasts and Videos Back to top							Webcasts and Videos: Dyslexia: Symptoms & Solutions Susan Barton's most popular 3-hour presentation, filmed before a live audience, is now available on DVD. You can also watch it free, as a webcast. Here's just some of what you'll learn: Symptoms of mild dyslexia in adultsInheritance patterns and the genetic linkThe classic warning signs in childrenSpelling and its relationship to dyslexiaWhy dyslexic children "hit the wall" in reading by third gradeWhy most schools don't test for dyslexia -- and why most dyslexic children will not qualify for special edHow to find a qualified tester -- and get an accurate diagnosisResearch-based best practices to improve spelling, reading, and writing Why tutoring alone is not enough To watch the free webcast, go to: www.webcastgroup.com/client/start.asp?wid=0680831062670&auto=true Available on DVD for $49.95 from Bright Solutions for Dyslexia's e-store -- or click here to download an order form or call our office at (408) 559-3652.   Could it be Dyslexia? Dyslexia is the most common learning disability. Most children and adults who struggle with reading, spelling or written expression have dyslexia.In this 45-minute webcast, you'll learn: What is dyslexia -- the research-based definition The cause of dyslexia, based upon the latest research from the National Institutes of Health The unique warning signs of dyslexia in preschoolers, in a child's early school years, in high school students and in adults You'll also learn what the National Institutes of Health researchers have proven causes dyslexia, and their research-based definition. To watch it free as a webcast, go to: www.webcastgroup.com/client/start.asp?wid=0670111073056&auto=true Available on DVD or video for $24.95 from Bright Solutions for Dyslexia's e-store -- or download an order form or call our office at (408) 559-3652.   Dyslexia: Testing & Teaching In this one-hour presentation, Susan Barton explains: What tests reveal dyslexia Who should do the testing -- and who should not Which reading programs to use -- and which to avoid To watch it free, as a webcast, go to: www.webcastgroup.com/client/start.asp?wid=0681219062975&auto=true Available on DVD or video for $24.95 from Bright Solutions for Dyslexia's e-store -- or download an order form or call our office at (408) 559-3652.   Classroom Accommodations for Dyslexic Students In this one-hour video, Susan Barton shares 23 practical, no-cost accomodations that regular education teachers should offer to help dyslexic students succeed in the mainstream classroom despite their difficulty with reading, spelling, handwriting, test anxiety, homework, and their unreliable memory.She explains why they are fair, and how to implement them without making the dyslexic student feel different than everyone else.To watch it free, as a webcast, go to: www.webcastgroup.com/client/start.asp?wid=0671129062946&auto=true Available on DVD or video for $24.95 from Bright Solutions for Dyslexia's e-store -- or download an order form or call our office at (408) 559-3652.   How Difficult Can This Be? the F.A.T. City Workshop by Richard Lavoie, a nationally-known expert on learning disabilities. Watch how teachers and parents react when participating in a simulation designed to make them understand what it feels like to have learning disabilities in a mainstream classroom.Available for $49.95 from PBS Video, 800-424-7963.   When The Chips Are Down By Richard Lavoie, a nationally-known expert on learning disabilities. As Executive Director of Riverview School, a residential school for children with learning disabilities, Richard Lavoie offers practical advice on dealing with behavioral problems quickly and effectively. He also explains how teachers and parents can create a stable, predictable environment in which children with learning disabilities can flourish.Available for $49.95 from PBS Video, 800-424-7963.   Last One Picked... First One Picked On By Richard Lavoie, a nationally-known expert on learning disabilities. In this video, Lavoie anecdotally shares the variety of social skill deficits children with learning disabilities may exhibit, and offers practical advice for parents and teachers to improve those social skills.Available for $49.95 from PBS Video, 800-424-7963.   Beyond F.A.T. City A Look Back, A Look Ahead   By Richard LaVoie Published by PBS Video   Twenty years ago, PBS Video released Richard LaVoie's original video, " F.A.T. City," a simulation in which adults experienced the Frustration, Anxiety and Tension that children with learning disabilities feel every day.   "Beyond F.A.T. City" is filled with powerful stories about the impact of "F.A.T. City," the major trends and issues in the field of learning disabilities, and the challenges ahead for parents and education professionals.   If you liked "F.A.T. City", you'll love "Beyond F.A.T. City."   For more information, or to order this 90-minute video, go to: www.shoppbs.org/product/index.jsp?productId=1919052       Which Brain Do You Want? The Proof About Drugs, Alcohol, and The Brain   By Daniel Amen, M.D. Published by Mindworks Press   In this powerful anti-drug video, you'll see graphic proof, from SPECT scans, that drug and alcohol abuse greatly damages the brain.   You will meet 5 young people, hear the impact of drugs and alcohol on their lives, and see their brain scans. You'll see the brain damage, hear what happens when a brain misfires, and learn ways to improve the functioning of a damaged brain.   To watch a video clip, or to order this video, go to: www.mindworkspress.com/mp/store/item.asp?item=whichbrain       Teen to Teen: The ADD Experience   By Chris Zeigler Dendy, M.S. Published by Cherish The Children   Meet 6 teenagers and young adults who offer hope for other children and teenagers with ADD. Their message is simple and powerful: "We have ADD and we're okay." They have learned to recognize their strengths, feel good about themselves, and compensate for the challenges of having ADD.   These inspiring role models share their insight, wisdom, and humor regarding school, classroom accommodations, medication, coexisting conditions such as anxiety and depression, their "ADD sense of time," sleep problems, and relationships with parents.   They share their successes and dreams, and reveal some of their painful experiences.   To learn more or to order this video, call 256-779-5203 or go to: www.chrisdendy.com/t2t.htm Back to top
Excellent Books Back to top							Excellent Books Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D. Sally Shaywitz runs the Dyslexia Research Center at Yale. This is one of the NIH research sites. Sally and Ben Shaywitz are at the forefront of the brain research and fMRI studies on dyslexia.In this book, Dr. Shaywitz explains the latest brain research in layman's terms. It's a lengthy book, but it is well worth reading.   From Emotions to Advocacy: A Survival Guide to Special Ed by Peter & Pam Wright Peter Wright is one of the nation's leading educational rights attorneys. Every parent who has a child in the special education system should read this book. It explains how the system works and how to get what your child needs. Purchase it on the internet at www.FetaWeb.com   504 Plans: Section 504 and Public Schools A Practical Guide for Determining Eligibility, Developing Accommodation Plans, and Documenting Compliance by Tom C. Smith and James R. Patton Finally, a short book written in everyday language that explains the value of a 504 Plan -- to provide classroom accommodations for students who are not in the special education system -- and what public schools need to do to ensure compliance now that parents and attorneys are becoming more aware of the requirements of Section 504. This is an essential tool for all Certified Dyslexia Testing Specialists -- and for parents who want to use those excellent reports to obtain a 504 Plan at a public school. To read the 3-page introduction to this superb new book, go to: www.dys-add.com/New504Book.pdf This book is published by Pro-Ed. Their part number is 12307. Order it on their website, www.ProEdInc.com or by calling them at 800-897-3202.   A Special Education One family's journey through the maze of learning disabilities by Dana Buchman Famous clothing designer Dana Buchman knew nothing about learning differences when her daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia, ADD, and a motor-skill disability.   Dana's ability to "fix" things was not enough. She had to acquire a new skill set to be able to see her daughter as a person with unique abilities.   In this intensely honest memoir, she shares her anxiety, guilt, frustration and anger in learning to deal with, and accept, her daughter's issues -- and the strain it put on her marriage and family life. This is an inspiring account of one mother's journey to acceptance and understanding.   The Misunderstood Child: Understanding and Coping with Your Child's Learning Disability by Dr. Larry B. Silver Written in layman's terms for parents, this incredibly complete paperback book discusses every facet of dyslexia as well as ADD, ranging from how IQ tests are given to someone who doesn't read well, to problems to anticipate throughout the lifespan. Dr. Silver presents both research and advice in all areas of one's life affected by dyslexia.   The Source for Dyslexia and Dysgraphia by Regina Richards Written for parents, this well-paced easy-to-read book shares the latest research on Dyslexia and remediation methods. It also does a fabulous job explaining dysgraphia (the extreme difficulty with handwriting that affects many dyslexic children) and what can be done about it. Available from Linguisystems, part number 6-0308-1   Straight Talk About Reading by Susan Hall and Louisa Moats This book is ideal for the parent who knows their young child is struggling with reading but doesn't know why (and isn't getting good answers from the child's school). It discusses the various reasons children struggle, what specific tests to request, how to tell what reading method their school is using, how to be an effective reading coach, games parents can play that will help, etc.   Beginning to Read: Thinking and Learning About Print A Summary by Marilyn Jager Adams, University of Illinois A compilation, interpretation, and summary of 20 years of reading research. Available for $10 from the Dissemination Director, Center for the Study of Reading, 217-244-4083 or fax: 217-244-4501.   Informed Instruction for Reading Success: Foundations for Teacher Preparation by the International Dyslexia Association This 25-page position paper, published in 1997, describes an "informed approach to reading instruction" that would best serve all children and that is crucial for "at-risk" children and those with dyslexia. Available for $5 from the International Dyslexia Association, 410-296-0232.   Phonemic Awareness in Young Children: A Classroom Curriculum by Marilyn Jager Adams, Barbara Foorman, Ingvar Lundberg & Terri Beeler Brimming with fun, adaptable activities and games, this prereading program can by used by preschool, kindergarten, and first-grade teachers in any classroom to teach and improve phonemic awareness. The developmental sequence follows a school year calendar, building on simple listening games and gradually moving on to more advanced sound manipulation exercises like rhyming, alliteration, and segmentation. Assessment activities are also included. Available from Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company, 800-638-3775   Dyslexia: Theory & Practice of Remedial Instruction by Diana Brewster Clark & Joanna Kellog Uhry An excellent resource book that not only briefly describes how people learn to read, but includes one chapter on each Orton-Gillingham Multisensory teaching method. Each chapter describes the similarities and differences of the methods, quotes research articles that prove the effectiveness of each method, and describes the training necessary to become proficient in each method. Available from York Press, 800-962-2763 or fax: 410-560-6758   About Dyslexia: Unraveling the Myth by Patricia Vail Written for educators, parents, and other interested adults, this easy-reading 50-page book discusses the symptoms, strengths, and weaknesses of those with dyslexia at various ages, from pre-school through adulthood. Any book by Patricia Vail is worth reading. Available from Modern Learning Press, 800-627-5867   Mothers Talk About Learning Disabilities: Personal Feelings, Practical Advice by Elizabeth Weiss "In this generous, compassionate book, Elizabeth Weiss shares the story of her own emotional growth, and that of other honest mothers, who have made peace with the many and varied challenges of raising children with learning difficulties" -- Patricia Vail "If I had only known that there were other mothers feeling the way I did, the journey through my child's learning problems would have been less lonely. I wish this book had been written 20 years ago." -- Anne Schneider Available from Special Needs Project, 800-333-6867   No One To Play With: Social Problems of LD and ADD Children by Betty B. Osman A detailed explanation of the often under-estimated social difficulties experienced by children with learning differences, along with solid advice on how to lessen their social problems. Available from Academic Therapy Publications, 415-883-3314   Learning Outside the Lines: Two Ivy League Students with Learning Disabilities and ADHD Give You the Tools for Academic Success and Educational Revolution by Jonathan Mooney and David Cole Written by two "academic failures" - that is, two academic failures who graduated from Brown University at the top of their class. Jonathan Mooney and David Cole teach you how to take control of your education and find true success. Jonathan Mooney has dyslexia, and David Cole has ADD. These are the tricks they used to survive and thrive at Brown University. Available from Amazon.com   Meeting the Challenge of Learning Disabilities in Adulthood by Aryln J. Roffman Learning Disabilities are lifelong. To better understand how they impact the lives of adults, read this book. Ms. Roffman presents a diverse group of adults with LD who describe how they've met disability-related challenges at work and at home, and discuss frankly how learning disabilities affect their lives as adults. The book offers practical suggestions and proven strategies to help adults capitalize on their strengths, and promote a satisfying quality of life. Published by Paul H. Brookes Publishing, 800-638-3775, www.brookespublishing.com Back to top
Web Sites Back to top							International Dyslexia Association www.interdys.org Learning Disabilities Association www.ldanatl.org LD On Line www.ldonline.org National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) www.ncld.org Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic www.rfbd.org Xtraordinary People www.xtraordinarypeople.com For Parents of Dyslexics www.dyslexichelp.org CH.A.D.D. Children and Adults with A.D.D. www.chadd.org National Resource Center on AD/HD www.help4adhd.org Back to top
Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Reading Systems Back to top							Contact these organizations for information about their methods or about becoming a certified instructor of their methods. Barton Reading & Spelling System Designed for one-on-one tutoring of children, teenagers and adults by parents, volunteer tutors, reading or resource specialists or their aides, and professional tutors.The Barton System is the easiest one to learn because tutor training comes on DVD, along with fully scripted lesson plans. Published by Bright Solutions for Dyslexia, Inc. www.BartonReading.com 408-559-3652 Orton-Gillingham The pure, unchanged, original method.A.C.C., Massachusetts General Hospital 617-726-2764 Slingerland Designed for classroom settings of young children in the first, second, and third grades.The Slingerland Institute www.slingerland.org 425-453-1190 MTA (Multi-sensory Teaching Approach) Edmar Educational Services 214-321-8656 (Phone/Fax) Alphabetic Phonics Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children 214-559-7800 Wilson Reading System Wilson Language Training Corporation www.wilsonlanguage.com 800-899-8454 Language!Sopris West 800-547-6747 Project Read by Enfield and Greene Published by The Language Circle 612-884-4880 Recipe for Reading 516-242-8943 Preventing Academic Failure (PAF) Published by Educators Publishing Service (EPS) 845-279-8810 www.pafprogram.com   Back to top
Other Useful Resources Back to top							For a list of Certified Barton Tutors in your area, just click here, then type in your name and street address. For a list of Certified Dyslexia Testing Specialists in your area, or a list of questions you should ask before you hire someone to test your child, click here to send us an email, then type in your city and state. Back to top

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