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The British Dyslexia Association is the voice for the 10% of the population that are dyslexic

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Mel Byrne

My background is in Health and Education. Originally qualifying and working as a nurse in acute care, I later became interested in Dyslexia/Specific Learning Difficulties after becoming a parent of two dyslexic children. My interest led me to do the Post Graduate Diploma in SpLD. My personal and professional experience has enabled me to combine my knowledge and expertise in both fields to see the value of joined up thinking across the wider SEN arena.

What is Dyslexia?

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Bernadette McLean, Principal of The Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre

Bernadette McLean is Principal of the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre, the oldest in the UK. She is a qualified teacher and specialist teacher/assessor. She is also a (NLP) Neuro-Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner.

Bernadette is a member of the British Dyslexia Accreditation Board and regularly contributes to regional, national and international conferences. She represents HADC as a founder member of the Dyslexia SpLD Trust. At the Helen Arkell Centre, she is committed to supporting parents in helping their children with learning difficulties.

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Tim Mungeam, author of The Fantastic First Time Father and past CEO of Springboard for Children

Passionate about empowering and equipping mums, dads and carers, Tim is dad to 3 boys and founding Chief Executive of a national parenting charity. He is a director of Dads Unlimited and a sought after speaker/contributor on parent issues.

“I work alongside a wide range of people, organisations and projects, all of whom are looking to make a positive difference to people and communities in the UK and around the world.”

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The Dyscalculia Association was set up by Professor Steve Chinn
and Judy Hornigold in February 2018.

The Dyscalculia Association was set up to promote understanding of Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties generally.

What is Dyscalculia?

Dyscalculia is a specific learning difficulty with mathematics, primarily arithmetic. Research into dyscalculia has lagged far behind research into dyslexia, but this is beginning to even out. Find out more about what Dyscalculia is here

Training Courses

We offer a variety of training courses to assist teachers on assessing dyscalculia, reporting on a diagnosis on dyscalculia and much more. Find out more about our training courses here

Resources

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Hit the Button

Quick fire questions on number bonds, doubling, halving, times tables, division facts and square numbers against the clock. Brilliant for improving mental maths and calculation skills, but particularly times tables either up to 10 or up to 12 times.

Subtraction Grids

Can you meet the challenge to see how many subtraction calculations you can do in two minutes? There are different levels and you can choose either one or two missing numbers to make your number sentence correct.

Mental Maths Train

Mental Maths Train is a maths game which focuses on the essential vocabulary of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. A multiple choice game which can give children confidence in the four arithmetic operations.

Caterpillar Ordering

A flexible game for ordering numbers and for number sequences. Fantastic on an interactive whiteboard. Levels range from ordering and sequencing numbers to 5 up to decimals.

Rocket Rounding

A multiple choice game involving rounding numbers to ten, a hundred and to a whole number. There are two options, one with a number line and the other more difficult level, without one.

Multiples and Factors

A multiple choice game with two game modes. In the first you need to identify the Lowest Common Multiple and in the second the Highest Common Factor. Questions increase in difficulty depending on accuracy

Shape Patterns

Shape Patterns is a shapes sequencing game. Complete the pattern of different coloured 2D shapes. There are three levels of difficulty.

Teddy Numbers

The Teddy Numbers game can help you to learn numbers to 15. Learn the digits and words for the numbers and it game can help you learn to count too.

2D Shape Reveal

An interactive whiteboard resource to help with the teaching and learning of the names and properties of 2D shapes.

Arrow Cards

Build a two or three digit number using the cards. Click the button to see how it is written. This site can help children understand place value. It is suitable for use on an interactive whiteboard.

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We would like to announce that The Makaton Charity has successfully acquired the intellectual property rights of Special iApps, a renowned creator of award-winning educational apps. These apps are specially designed to provide support to children with special educational needs, fostering language and communication development.

With Special iApps, users can effortlessly create personalised learning resources in minutes, making it easier for children to access the educational tools they need.

We are excited to continue the legacy of Special iApps and further enhance the impact these remarkable apps have on individual's learning journeys.

Next steps

Our goal is to enhance and modernise the existing Special iApps functionality through updated technology and advancements. We are aiming to relaunch the apps by Summer 2024.

We are delighted to announce that as part of their membership package, all Makaton Members will have exclusive access to the apps. This means that Makaton Members will be able to benefit from the incredible features and educational resources offered by Special iApps, further enriching their membership experience.

Previous Special iApps customers

The apps will also be made available free of charge to previous Special iApps customers for a period of six months. During this time, we encourage users to provide feedback on the development and usability of the apps. This valuable input will help us further improve and refine the apps.

Sharing your data

If you were a previous Special iApps customer and you would rather not have your personal data stored with The Makaton Charity, please email vicki.partridge@makaton.org and we'll ensure it is removed from our database.

More information regarding these exciting developments will be released later in the year. Makaton has worked closely with the Founders of Special iApps and is committed to continuing and expanding upon the remarkable work they have accomplished.

Stay tuned for more updates on how we will be taking this important work forward!

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Makaton is a unique language programme that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable people to communicate. It supports the development of essential communication skills such as attention and listening, comprehension, memory, recall and organisation

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Speech and Language UK: Changing young lives

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We give families the confidence and skills to help their children. If you're concerned about your child's speech and language development, we can help.

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Our free resources and services can help with understanding what to look out for, how to get support and even some simple ways you can help your child at home.

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Our progress checker will provide short questions you can answer to see how your baby or child is getting on with their talking and understanding of words.

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NHS guide to autism. Find out what autism is and what the common signs are. Get help and advice if you or your child are autistic.

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We are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.

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Please give today and help Autism Hampshire to be there for people on the autism spectrum, and their loved ones, when they most need us

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Please give today and help Autism Hampshire to be there for people on the autism spectrum, and their loved ones, when they most need us Working for Autism Hampshire can be both rewarding and challenging. Do you have what it takes?

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We believe that books are a great way to raise awareness and improve understanding of different experiences. This booklist aims to provide a range of children's and teens' books that feature characters who are on the autistic spectrum or have Asperger's Syndrome.

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The ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity - an integrated health and education service.

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people's behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse.

Symptoms of ADHD tend to be noticed at an early age and may become more noticeable when a child's circumstances change, such as when they start school.

Most cases are diagnosed when children are under 12 years old, but sometimes it's diagnosed later in childhood.

Sometimes ADHD was not recognised when someone was a child, and they are diagnosed later as an adult.

The symptoms of ADHD may improve with age, but many adults who were diagnosed with the condition at a young age continue to experience problems.

People with ADHD may also have additional problems, such as sleep and anxiety disorders.

Getting help

Many children go through phases where they're restless or inattentive. This is often completely normal and does not necessarily mean they have ADHD.

But you should discuss your concerns with your child's teacher, their school's special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) or a GP if you think their behaviour may be different from most children their age.

It's also a good idea to speak to a GP if you're an adult and think you may have ADHD, but were not diagnosed with the condition as a child.

What causes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

The exact cause of ADHD is unknown, but the condition has been shown to run in families.

Research has also identified a number of possible differences in the brains of people with ADHD when compared with those without the condition.

Other factors suggested as potentially having a role in ADHD include:

being born prematurely (before the 37th week of pregnancy)

having a low birthweight

smoking or alcohol or drug abuse during pregnancy

ADHD can occur in people of any intellectual ability, although it's more common in people with learning difficulties.

How attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is treated

For children with ADHD, although there's no cure, it can be managed with appropriate educational support, advice and support for parents and affected children, alongside medicine, if necessary.

For adults with ADHD, medicine is often the first treatment offered, although psychological therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) may also help.

Living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Parents of children with ADHD

Looking after a child with ADHD can be challenging, but it's important to remember that they cannot help their behaviour.

Some day-to-day activities might be more difficult for you and your child, including:

getting your child to sleep at night

getting ready for school on time

listening to and carrying out instructions

being organised

social occasions

shopping

Adults with ADHD

Adults with ADHD may find they have problems with:

organisation and time management

following instructions

focusing and completing tasks

coping with stress

feeling restless or impatient

impulsiveness and risk taking

Some adults may also have issues with relationships or social interaction.

Page last reviewed: 24 December 2021
Next review due: 24 December 2024

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Hampshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) are an NHS service that aims to help young people up to the age of 18 who are finding it…

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Understanding ADHD (for ages 2-6) - Jumo Health

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Is your child newly diagnosed with ADHD? Here are 16 books to help your child learn more about ADHD and how to manage the challenges and strengths.

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What's a parent to do when Johnny can't stop fidgeting with his pencil in class or Sally daydreams and doesn't finish her math assignments? It's only natural for parents of children who are diagnosed with ADHD to worry when their kids fidget, daydream, or disrupt the classroom. And no child is happy when a teacher becomes frustrated with his behavior and sends notes home to his parents.

Fortunately, there are many great books written for both kids and parents on managing ADHD, each one offering a different opinion of what ADHD is and how best to help a distracted or overactive child. Some authors emphasize medication, but there are many other perspectives. For example, some experts propose changing the child's diet; they recommend adding more fresh foods and cutting out foods with sugar, artificial colorings, and preservatives. Others advise that kids spend less time in front of electronic screens and more time outdoors in physical activities. Still others have found that providing a predictable structure for a child's day and enforcing consistent rules at home make for calmer happier children.

There is no dispute, however, that reading books - whether alone or with a parent - has a calming effect on children and may be especially helpful to kids with ADHD. Here are five books meant to inspire and empower young readers who are overactive or inattentive - and three informative reads for parents.

Books for Children

by Barbara Esham, illustrated by Mike Gordon and Carl Gordon

David has so many interesting ideas that it's hard to pay attention to his teacher Mrs. Gorski. He prefers to daydream and invent exciting science experiments, which unfortunately don't always turn out as expected. Luckily, David's father believes that there's nothing wrong with his son; he says David has the "wiggle fidgets" just like he had when he was a boy. With his father's support, David begins to use his inventive imagination to come up with strategies to "cure" the wiggle fidgets. This delightful book - the first in the award-winning series The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses - encourages children to use their natural creativity to invent unique solutions for behaviors that annoy adults.

by Nancy Carlson

This beautifully illustrated book is about a boy named Sam who daydreams in class and has a hard time finishing his school work. Sam's father takes him to a doctor who encourages the child, telling him that he has a powerful brain and will do great things in life. The doctor recommends eating "superfoods" (like blueberries, broccoli, and milk) instead of junk food and getting at least nine hours of sleep every night. She also gives Sam some tips on how to stay organized. It takes Sam and his parents a little time to put the doctor's suggestions in place, but after a while Sam is relieved to find he no longer hears the voice of his parents or teacher telling him to "focus."

by Barbara Esham, illustrated by Mike Gordon and Carol Gordon

Max dawdles in math class, but that doesn't mean he isn't smart. As it turns out, Max is gifted in math and just doesn't feel challenged by his third grade assignments. When his teacher discovers this, she puts Max in an accelerated math class and invites him to join the school math team. This reassuring book in the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses Series shows that gifted kids can sometimes seem inattentive simply because their classwork is not challenging to them.

by Mariam Gates, illustrated by Sarah Jane Hinder

Research has shown that movement and exercise can help children with ADHD become calmer and more focused. Filled with beautiful illustrations of nature, the simple poses and deep breathing exercises in Good Morning Yoga and Good Night Yoga make yoga easy and accessible to kids. Morning poses are active and bedtime poses are gentle. And if the parent is into doing yoga with the child, so much the better!

Books for Parents

by Thomas W. Phelan

For parents dealing with an ADHD child's behavioral challenges, I highly recommend 1-2-3 Magic. I have suggested this easy-to-read book to hundreds of parents in my practice who have found it a valuable guide to educating their children in good behavior. Used with consistency, the practical techniques in this book really do work like "magic."

by Carla Hannaford, Ph.D

Smart Moves explores the important role of movement and play in the learning process of children labeled ADHD or "learning disabled."

by Dale Archer, MD

Psychiatrist Dale Archer (who has ADHD himself) encourages readers to view ADHD in a new light, as a strength instead of a weakness.

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7 Inspiring Books for ADHD Kids and Their Parents

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What's a parent to do when Johnny can't stop fidgeting with his pencil in class or Sally daydreams and doesn't finish her math assignments? It's only natural for parents of children who are diagnosed with ADHD to worry when their kids fidget, daydream, or disrupt the classroom.

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Anxiety is a word we use to describe feelings of worry, fear and panic. As well as these emotional feelings, people with anxiety might also experience physical (body) sensations such as a racing heart, breathing fast, sweaty hands, dry mouth and feeling shaky. Many people also have "what if" or negative thoughts when they are anxious.

Anxiety is a normal human response to feeling threatened or in danger, even if that threat or danger is a thought, image or memory. We all experience anxiety from time to time. Anxiety can become a real problem if the thoughts, emotions (feelings) and physical sensations are very strong, happen even when there is no real danger or if it lasts for a long time.

Lots of people experience worry and anxiety although for some people it can impact on everyday life and get in the way of school/college, socialising and even home life. The types of anxiety that are most common but cause a lot of distress include:

Worries about what other people think of you or worries about being judged negatively and not feeling good enough

Worries about bad things happening to you or the people you love and care about

Uncontrollable constant worry about lots of things (like school, the future, health, world events)

Worries about your safety and health (including worries about germs and contamination)

Phobias (big fears) about specific things

Worries that you are responsible for bad things happening

Feeling the need to complete certain routines, rituals or behaviour to stop bad things from happening (commonly known as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)

If anxiety has become a problem for you, there is lots you can do to manage and cope.

Check out the 'what to do' workbooks which young people and families can use and can be downloaded from this page. These provide information and practical strategies to help you manage. It's important to remember we can't get rid of anxiety (or any other emotion) but we can learn how to cope and manage with it.

Worries and anxiety are common; everyone worries so it's important to remember you are not alone. Some worries may seem very real and very scary. Tell someone how you are feeling no matter what your worries are, even if you are worried about doing so. There will be someone who will listen and try to support you.

Although anxiety feels horrible, remember these feelings will pass and the physical sensations cannot harm you. Remind yourself that you have been anxious before, that those feelings passed, that you coped and were ok. If you need to, use activities, such as watching TV, spending time with friends, reading, making things and listening to music, to help manage until you feel a bit better.

You cannot avoid all the things that make you feel anxious so face your FEARs with confidence following these four steps;

Focus - rather than worry about the past, future or the unknown, focus on the present moment, the here and now

Expose - the more you face your fears the easier it will become to manage

Approach - the fear of experiencing anxiety is often worse than the situation you are avoiding. Face your fear and see for yourself that the situation probably isn't as bad as you are predicting

Rehearse - practice anxiety management techniques.

You can find lots of these on the Youth Anxiety website.

Struggling with Anxiety? Try on a new perspective - credit AnxietyBC

What Not to Say to someone with Anxiety

Guided Mindfulness: Passing Clouds - Dr Natalie Roberts

Guided Mindfulness: Leaves on a Stream

Struggling with Anxiety? Try on a new perspective - credit AnxietyBC

What Not to Say to someone with Anxiety

Guided Mindfulness: Passing Clouds - Dr Natalie Roberts

Guided Mindfulness: Leaves on a Stream

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OCD-UK Young Ambassadors answer questions about OCD!