Pembrokeshire Dyslexia Association

Be different - don't worry about it

Don't be rushed
Use technology or any useful aid
Believe in your own talents
Use your determination
Learn appropriate strategies and use them
Accept help and support
Learn to relax

Common Difficulties

by young dyslexics

Inability to organise all sorts of things
Can spell a word one day but not the next
Has an effect on self-confidence
Teachers don't understand
Confusion between left and right
People have pre-conceived ideas
Having a brian like emmenthal cheese - things fall into holes
Reading is a task, never a pleasure
Lots of small problems with memory
Difficulties communicating on paper

Did you Know?

by young dyslexics

It's not stupid - just different
Dyslexics take a different route to tackle a task
Dyslexics are often very creative
Many famous people and successful people are dyslexic
Computers make a difference
Dyslexics are valuable in a team for their unique outlook
Dyslexics are good at seeing things in their minds
Other strengths are gained through being dyslexic

What is Dyslexia

Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty. It is a common condition, with around 10% o the pepulation showing some signs of it. Reading, writing and spelling, and sometimes numeracy can all be present problems. Difficulty can also be experienced in planning and organising work, and with memory.


Home Signs Of Dyslexia Parents Help Teacher Help Lighten up Driving Test Help Dyslexic Stories Book Shop Events Special Offers Archive Links Contact Membership Sponsors About	Be different - don't worry about it Don't be rushed Use technology or any useful aid Believe in your own talents Use your determination Learn appropriate strategies and use them Accept help and support Learn to relax Common Difficulties by young dyslexics Inability to organise all sorts of things Can spell a word one day but not the next Has an effect on self-confidence Teachers don't understand Confusion between left and right People have pre-conceived ideas Having a brian like emmenthal cheese - things fall into holes Reading is a task, never a pleasure Lots of small problems with memory Difficulties communicating on paper Did you Know? by young dyslexics It's not stupid - just different Dyslexics take a different route to tackle a task Dyslexics are often very creative Many famous people and successful people are dyslexic Computers make a difference Dyslexics are valuable in a team for their unique outlook Dyslexics are good at seeing things in their minds Other strengths are gained through being dyslexic What is Dyslexia Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty. It is a common condition, with around 10% o the pepulation showing some signs of it. Reading, writing and spelling, and sometimes numeracy can all be present problems. Difficulty can also be experienced in planning and organising work, and with memory.