I am the parent of a dyslexic daughter. My child problems started in the 5th grade . Up until then she was did fairly well in school. None of her teacher had problems with her. She was never good at reading or writing but she was able to pass her classes.

When she reached the 5th grade she began to fail her classes. As the work got more difficult she began to act out and withdraw. Her verbal skills and abilities were average but her reading and writing abilites were below average something just did'nt make sense.Finally a counselor in the shool suggested getting her tested for a learning disability.  After many test (and much worring on my part) she was diagnoses with Dyslexia.

As a parent I was very concerned , but I knew nothing about dyslexia or learning disabilities. I mmediately began doing research. I found out that dyslexia could be overcome with the right help, but as a parent I would have to be proactive and learn as much as I can about helping her.

After The Diagnosis

After my daughter was diagnosed I had lots of questions but the first question I asked was what's next. How do I deal with this so that my daughter has a productive education without becomming self conscious or loosing her self -esteem. I became a information maniac. I looked up every website that I could on dyslexia,learning disabilities and how I could be proactive and help my daughter. That was 5 years ago. I would like to share some of the most helpful web resources in my research. I hope it helps you as much as it help me.

Most helpful Websites 

www.ldonline.org

This website gives definitions of learning disabilites, links to help,support and expert advice.

www.greatschools.net

This site not only gives information about learning disabilities but it also gives information on the best schools in your area who specialize in your childs challenge.

www.ldamerica.org

This is the site for the learning disabilities Association of America.

This site gives information about learning disabilities, resources ,legal issues and a wealth of information for parents ,teachers as well as your child.

www.ncld.org

This is the site for the national center for learning disabilities. In addition to information this site gives you updates on regulations in government that effect children with learning diabilities.

www.dyslexia-parent.com

Information and resources on dyslexia for parents.

www.infodys.org

Gives information as well as resources for advocacy.

Never Give Up

This is just a small amout of websites that will help you understand your childs challenge. .Notice I call it a challenge because a challenge is something that may be difficult but can be overcome.Most of these websites have newsletter I suggest you subscibe to them My best advice to parents of children with learning challenges is NEVER GIVE UP. Never give up on your child, continue to do that will help you cope with this challenge and your child will win.