Rule of 10, learn new spellings dyslexic kids

Help dyslexic children to learn new spellings in a dyslexia friendly way. Dyslexic kids learn best through multi-sensory learning. This involves using their whole body to learn by seeing, touching, and moving. Dyslexic children struggle with long-term memory. They may need to learn new information up to ten times to remember it.

Rule of 10 Card

Use the Rule of 10 card below to help a dyslexic child learn new word spellings. It turns learning into a fun game. Kids can spell words using their arms, legs, and even tongues to shape the words.

This card from Mooki Cards is based on the scientific research of “Multi-sensory Learning – Orton Gillingham.”

Rule of 10, dyslexia friendly learning

When using the rule of 10 card above to teach a dyslexic child new spellings, try the top tips below:

• Learn One Thing at a Time – Focus on one new word spelling. Take breaks to help the brain absorb the information.
• Have Fun Playing – Involve the whole family. Take turns shouting or drawing the word spelling. Make it a game!
• Put the Child in Charge – Give the child the card. Let them pick actions like star-jumping and shouting the word spelling.
• Get Creative – Encourage the child to invent new actions. They could wave their arms, balance on one foot, or sing the word spelling.
• Rule of 10 – It might take over 10 tries for the child to remember the word. Use the card daily or weekly for practice.
• Multi-sensory – If the child struggles, try other methods. They can paint the word spelling or make a clay model of it.

Practise learning new spellings

Watch the clickable video below. Dyslexic Mum will demonstrate using the Rule of 10 card to help a dyslexic child learn new spellings.

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