Approximately 15–20% of students in every school, in every classroom, will have a learning difficulty.
(AUSPELD 2014)
Websites
Here are some of my go-to websites (in no particular order). Got one to recommend?
Send me the website details; I’d love to add it!
​Made By Dyslexia
Made By Dyslexia is a global charity led by successful dyslexics. It is the world’s largest community of dyslexic people and their allies.
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Why I like ​Made By Dyslexia
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​Fantastic kids section including a reading of the book "Xtraordinary People"
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Education in awareness and teaching
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A stack of resources to help you in your journey
Visit Made By Dyslexia
SPELD NSW
SPELD NSW provides support, advice, learning and resources through the provision of professional learning and resources for educators, and advice, information and resources for families.
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Why I like ​SPELD NSW
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​Wealth of information on diverse learning styles
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A great selection of literary resources
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On-Demand Professional Learning section
Visit SPELD NSW
Auspeld
Auspeld provides evidence-informed advice, direction and support to families, teachers, schools and specialists wishing to gain an insight into how children and adults learn best.
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Why I like ​Auspeld
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The comprehensive Understanding Learning Difficulties Guide
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Professional learning section
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List of helpful organisations and useful websites
Visit Auspeld
Understood
Understood is a social impact, non-profit organisation dedicated to helping those who learn and think differently thrive. They have a STACK of resources.
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Why I like Understood
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The Through My Eyes™ resources, including videos of kids' days
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There are separate sections on ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, language disorders & dysgraphia, and each with a comprehensive range of resources of different kinds
Visit Understood
Australian Dyslexia Association (ada)
The Australian Dyslexia Association is concerned with the well being, identification and education of those with dyslexia and related differences and challenges.
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Why I like ​Australian Dyslexia Association
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The ADA Directory linking to specialised providers
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Could it be dyslexia? checklist
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A unique, thorough and affordable pre-assessment service
VIC Government
'Online tools and resources for learning difficulties' is a great selection of online tools and resources that can help support your child's learning styles.
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Why I like ​the Online tools and resources for learning difficulties
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Links to tools and resources to support your child's learning
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Tools for improving literacy or numeracy skills
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Tools for teaching phonics, fluency, comprehension, handwriting and written expression, vocabulary and grammar, and oral language
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Visit VIC Government's Online tools and resources for learning difficulties
Dyscalculia Network
The Dyscalculia Network CIC is a not-for-profit community interest company, run by volunteers to support and advocate for people with dyscalculia and maths learning difficulties.
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Why I like ​the Dyscalculia Network
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Wealth of information for parents, educators, adults and the workplace
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Great tools and age appropriate tips for school kids
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A stack of both free and paid resources
Visit Dyscalculia Network
Accessible Numbers
Laura Parker's guide to presenting numbers and data clearly.
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Why I like ​Accessible Numbers
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Helpful information with links about living with dyscalculia
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Learn more about low numeracy skills and maths anxiety
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Information on how to support people with dyscalculia at work
Visit Laura Parker's Accessible Numbers
Dyslexia - SPELD Foundation
DSF provides advice and support to families and educators on successful literacy acquisition, evidence-based practice, and the strategies most likely to improve literacy outcomes for all students.
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Why I like Dyslexia - SPELD Foundation
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Information overview and videos on the different learning difficulties
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Support and advice for individuals, families and educators
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Great range of services
Nessy
Nessy is a UK-based fun, evidence-based learning platform designed to support children with dyslexia and other learning challenges.
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Why I like Nessy
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Fun game-based apps for reading, spelling, mathematics, writing and typing.
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Programs are for home use and for educators
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A bunch of free learning resources including worksheets, flash cards, eBooks and teaching videos
Visit Nessy
How I learned more, one episode at a time
These podcasts have helped me better understand diverse learning styles from both lived and professional insight. If there’s one that’s helped you too, I’d love to hear about your favourite podcasts.
Accessible Numbers
Laura Parker​
This is a show about designing services for people with dyscalculia and maths anxiety, but it's also a great insight into everyday life with dyscalculia.
Dyscastia
Michael Shanahan & Bill Hansberry​
A podcast for parents and educators on the best way to support kids living with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia.
Discovering Dyscalculia
Laura M Jackson​
Engaging interviews, monthly newsletters, and Laura's own personal journey of supporting a child with dyscalculia.
Pop Culture Parenting
Dr Billy Garvey & Nick McCormack​
This parenting podcast is my favourite, hands down. While this doesn't look at diverse learning styles, it does delve into the psychological aspects of supporting neurodivergent children.