Facts and Myths
Children with dyslexia are lazy and simply need to try harder to read.
A child with dyslexia uses different parts of their brain to read than the rest of us. Without specialized teaching, it does not matter how hard the child continues to try, they may not make enough progress. Pushing them without the proper support may seriously harm their self-esteem and confidence and put them off of reading altogether.
Related Myths
Dyslexia only affects English speakers.
Being exposed to reading material more often will improve symptoms.
Children get dyslexia because of insufficient care during their mother’s pregnancy.