With some many different resources available to aid reading, writing and spelling, finding the right resource can be a challenge. The Dyslexia UK Shop offers a range of carefully selected products, each chosen for its effectiveness in aiding individuals with dyslexia and dyscalculia in improving their reading, writing, maths, and spelling skills​​​​. At Dyslexia UK Shop, we only stock dyslexia and dyscalculia resources that our assessors and tutors have tried and that they recommend.

Reading Resources

Reading is a fundamental skill that can be particularly challenging for children with dyslexia. The bookshop offers various reading resources designed to engage and support these young learners. We recommend books that are not only enjoyable but also provide relatable content for children with dyslexia, helping to boost their confidence and interest in reading​​​​. Examples include:

• Fish in a Tree: This book, centred around a dyslexic protagonist, helps children with dyslexia feel represented. It can improve their reading comprehension and engagement, making reading less daunting.
• Magnificent Meg: Aimed at younger readers, this read-aloud book is excellent for children who struggle with reading fluency and decoding words.

Writing Resources

For writing, the shop features resources that focus on improving handwriting and expression. These resources cater to specific needs, such as left-handed writing, ensuring that all children have access to tools that resonate with their unique learning styles​​​​. Have a look at:

• Handwriting Ages 7-9: This resource is beneficial for improving fine motor skills and letter formation, areas often challenging for children with dyslexia.
• Left Hand Writing Skills: Specifically designed for left-handed children, it addresses the unique challenges they face in writing, such as letter alignment and neatness.

Maths and Dyscalculia Resources

Mathematics can be a complex subject for children with dyscalculia. The bookshop addresses this by stocking resources which uses innovative methods to teach fundamental maths skills in an engaging and accessible way​​. Try:

• Times Fables: Utilises stories and visualisation to teach times tables, aiding children with dyscalculia who struggle with number sense and memorisation.

Spelling Resources

Spelling is another area where children with dyslexia often need support. Our recommended resources provide structured and fun ways to learn and remember spellings, which can be particularly helpful for dyslexic learners​​​​. We especially recommend:

• ACE Spelling Dictionary: This dictionary helps with phonetic spelling and finding words by their sounds, ideal for dyslexic learners who struggle with phonological processing and orthographic mapping.
• Spelling Rules and Memory Tricks: Provides mnemonic devices and visual aids to remember spelling rules, helping children with dyslexia who have difficulty with working memory and sequential order.

Games

The Dyslexia UK shop offers a variety of games specifically designed to assist children and teens with dyslexia. These games not only make learning fun but also target specific areas of difficulty that children with dyslexia often face. By incorporating these games into their learning process, children can enjoy a more engaging and effective way to overcome the challenges posed by dyslexia​​​​​​.

• Cheatwell Games Word Puzzle is an interactive game that encourages players to build and solve word puzzles. This game can be particularly beneficial for children with dyslexia as it promotes word recognition and spelling skills. By physically manipulating letter tiles to form words, players engage in a multisensory learning experience, which is known to be effective for dyslexic learners.
• Think Words is a fast-paced, letter-pressing game suitable for family play. This game is ideal for children with dyslexia as it requires quick thinking and vocabulary recall, which can help improve language processing speed and lexical retrieval. Additionally, the game’s interactive nature can aid in enhancing focus and attention, areas where dyslexic children may sometimes struggle.
• BrainBox is a card game designed to improve English language skills. It’s suitable for players aged 7 and above and can be played individually or in groups. This game supports language development in dyslexic children by focusing on reading comprehension and memory. As players are required to recall information from the cards, they practice their short-term memory and sequencing skills, which are often areas of difficulty for children with dyslexia.

Featured Books

The shop features a handpicked selection of books that are both educational and entertaining. Have a look at:

• Dyslexia is My Superpower: Offers positive representation and coping strategies, beneficial for children’s emotional well-being and self-esteem, which can be affected by dyslexia.
• Dyslexia: A Teenager’s Guide: Provides practical advice for older children, addressing advanced reading and writing challenges, as well as organizational skills.
• The Self-Help Guide for Teens with Dyslexia: Focuses on strategies for managing more complex academic tasks and fostering independence in learning.

Resources for Parents and Educators

These resources offer guidance on how to effectively support children with dyslexia​​​​. We particularly like:

• The Word Wasp: A guide for teaching reading and spelling, helping educators and parents understand methods that work best for dyslexic learners.
• Which way?: Letter and Digit Reversals Workbook: Specifically targets common issues like letter and number reversals, a frequent challenge in dyslexia.

Learning Workbooks

The shop also offers comprehensive workbooks.  These resources cover a broad range of needs and learning styles, ensuring that every child finds something that works for them​​​​. Check out:

• Brain Training: Offers activities for a range of learning disabilities, including dyslexia and dyscalculia, focusing on improving cognitive skills like memory and attention.
• Study Skills for Students with Dyslexia: Tailored for older students, focusing on advanced study skills, time management, and strategies for dealing with complex texts.

The Dyslexia UK Shop stock resources specifically designed to address the challenges faced by learners with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Whether through engaging storybooks, practical workbooks, fun games, or specialized learning aids, the resources available cater to the diverse needs of children with dyslexia, helping them to not only improve their academic skills but also build confidence and a love for learning.