There are a number of reasons a person of at least average
intelligence,
who has been exposed to formal instruction, has trouble reading and spelling.
One reason is that 1 out of 5 children and adults has DYSLEXIA*-
an inherited brain difference that makes it hard
for even a bright person** to learn to read and spell.
You or your child could have dyslexia if there are present
three or more of the following warning signs
(listed by age):
* According to the National Institute of Health
** Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Agatha Christie, Walt
Disney, Cher, Henry Winkler, Whoopi
Goldberg, Prince Charles, Pete Rose, Leonardo DaVinci,
and the Wright Brothers are some famous people with dyslexia.
Dyslexia affects girls and boys equally.
They will not outgrow it.
Get the help they need!