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From “Mentally Retarded” To Astonishing Education Champion – How to Lead by Example

Florence Callender — Thu, 27 May 2021 22:41:50 +0000

“Physical maturation of the brain is impacted by how much stimulation a child receives…” ~ Governor Dannel Malloy In elementary school, Dannel Malloy couldn’t read, spell, or do mathematical problems. He couldn’t even tie his shoes or button his clothes until the fifth grade. His teachers called him “mentally retarded” and some went as far […]

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The Hidden Learning Obstacle – Lazy Eye

Florence Callender — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 03:05:00 +0000

Up to 300,000 children in the US alone are affected by a lazy eye. In my article yesterday, I noted six important vision tests a child should be given to determine vision readiness for learning success. One of the conditions that negatively impacts a child’s vision and can be discovered during this comprehensive assessment is […]

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What If You Read Through A Dyslexic Child’s Eyes?

Florence Callender — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:01:00 +0000

The one constant about dyslexia is its inconsistency. Each child’s encounter is unique. Even when two children have difficulty in the same area, reading for example, their struggle has different nuances. Listen to dyslexic 2nd-grader, Maya, talk about her reading challenges. Now, Jade gives a heartbreaking account of her 8th-grade dyslexic reading experience. Look through […]

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Determination: The Third Letter to My Dyslexic Daughter

Florence Callender — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 03:35:10 +0000

A child’s high school experience can be pivotal. For a dyslexic, it’s an even greater achievement, considering that 35% of dyslexics drop out of high school. My dearest K, I can’t believe this time has come. You never thought you would achieve this much. But our God has been faithful! You are at the end […]

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The Skinny On Hearing… Listening… And Dyslexia – Part 1

Florence Callender — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 02:27:38 +0000

When asked what does our ears do, many people will say that they hear. Did you know that hearing is not the ear’s only function? Most of the sensory energy transferred to the brain goes through the ears. They: Regulate balance Direct movement and coordination Permit language Cause us to speak eloquently Make us sing […]

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Perseverance: Another Letter to My Dyslexic Daughter

Florence Callender — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:17:56 +0000

Letters can be very personal and are often treasured by the receiver, so I’ve penned another letter to my daughter. My dearest K, You have hated every minute in school and never thought you would have made it this far. But, here you are at the end of the eighth grade. Congratulations, my child! Struggles […]

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From Struggling Student to Business Magnate – A Dyslexia Success Story

Florence Callender — Sat, 03 Oct 2020 03:35:00 +0000

Today we know him as one of the “Sharks” on the ABC hit television show, “Shark Tank.” Life wasn’t always so rosy for Daymond John, but an insightful mother made a huge difference. Although he excelled in mathematics and science, he struggled with selling and anything requiring extensive reading and writing. When his parents took […]

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