FREE Classes! 

at the Winter Haven Library

R.E.A.D. Series 

“Reading Education and Development”

Sponsored by the Winter Haven Library and the City of Winter Haven

The R.E.A.D. Series is an educational program designed to offer information and resources to the public regarding learning concerns, such as dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and other educational issues. The series offers workshops and seminars on a monthly basis to the public free of charge. Check out the Fall/Spring 2011-2012 schedule.

 

Fall 2011

For More Information Contact:

The Winter Haven Library at 863-291-5880

or

Lynda McCartney at 863-293-6172

 

Struggling Readers

Saturday, September 17, 2011

@2:00 pm

This class will describe how to identify a struggling reader, why they struggle, and what can be done about it. Research suggests that 90% of struggling readers in 1st grade will continue to struggle with reading throughout their schooling and into adulthood. This affects their likelihood to graduate, obtain gainful employment, and their self-esteem. The sooner you get them help, the better off your child will be. Don't wait!

 

 

 

R.E.A.D. Series Presents:
Could It Be Dyslexia?
Saturday, November 19, 2011
 @ 2:00pm
Dylsexia affects approximatley 20% of the population and it touches young and old alike.  It affects their ability to read, write, spell,( and sometimes speak) effectively and it often goes undiagnosed or recognized. Students with dyslexia are often labeled as slow learners, inattentive, hyperactive, and/or behavior problems. As a result they achieve below grade level standards and often end up repeating grades or dropping out of school.

This free class brings to light the signs and symptoms of dyslexia and what can be done about it. Other topics that will be presented during this 1 1/2 hour seminar include:

How does dyslexia affect reading, writing, spelling, math, etc.?
What are the ramification of dyslexia academically and socially?
How do you test for it?
When should you test for it?
Who can test, diagnose, and remediate dyslexia (specifically in our area)?
What types of remediation can be done (medication, therapy, etc)?
Can dylexia be "cured"?, etc.

 New information (via video) will be presented on current technological advances regarding dyslexia so if you have attended this seminar in the past there will be MORE to learn. Also, a question/answer period will be provided at the end of the seminar.

 

If you know of a child, teen, or adult who is struggling (or has in the past) with reading, writing, spelling, it could be due to dylexia. Becoming knowledgable about dyslexia could help change their future! 

 

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Reading Comprehension:

 7 Keys to Success"
January 21, 2011 @ 2pm

What does it take for a student to understand what he/she reads. A lot more than you think! When any one key aspect of comprehension is missing the student's performance at school suffers. Come and learn what it takes to have succes in every area of reading!

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