Dyslexia - A learning disability affecting reading and language processing

1. Cognitive Branch: May make it harder to remember things or follow directions Can affect how you organize thoughts and tasks

1.1. Classroom manifestation: Slow reading, trouble sounding out unfamiliar words

1.1.1. Accommodation: Multi-sensory reading instruction (helps by engaging multiple senses to reinforce learning)

2. Linguistic Branch Affects: Challenges with spelling and writing

2.1. Classroom manifestation: Misspelled words, trouble organizing written thoughts

2.1.1. Accommodation: Spell-check tools and graphic organizers (support writing and organization skills)

3. Social Branch Affects: May feel embarrassed or frustrated when reading aloud

3.1. Classroom manifestation: Reluctance to participate in reading activities

3.1.1. Emotional Branch: Partner reading (reduces anxiety and provides peer support)

4. Emotional Branch Affects: Can lead to low self-esteem and anxiety about school

4.1. Classroom manifestation: Appears distracted or disengaged during reading tasks

4.1.1. Accommodation: Sensory breaks and a calm-down corner to manage sensory overload