June 2024

June is here… although recently it seems to have followed March and April 😊…by the time you read this Newsletter we hope to be basking in warm temperatures and enjoying summer!

Talking of which, on Sunday, July 28, our Davis Program student alumni have a fabulous opportunity to sail on a Tall Ship out of Sidney on Vancouver Island… places are limited... fun is unlimited...

contact Sue Hall suehall@positivedyslexia.com or 604-614-4958.

Your team has been busy .. it’s grant writing time and we are blessed to have Del Coburn leading the charge. Sue is still nudging the Ministry of Education in BC and eagerly awaiting the first edits of the Telus STORYHIVE documentary. She is imagining fundraising film premieres into being for next year.

June 1 was very special for us.  Sharon Roberts had been talking to Priti Venkatesan, a Davis Facilitator and teacher at a school in Chenai, India. Priti has been an amazing advocate for Davis Learning Strategies and we were thrilled that she joined us for our Come to the Dyslexic Table Live Chat.

No matter how many times we discuss DLS we always learn something new.  I love that Priti distinguishes between children being learning ready and school ready. She does not believe our education system to be childcentric.  When DLS tools are used in a classroom, those on the autism spectrum benefit from the calm energy and absorb the tools by osmosis. My absolute favourite is the ‘Release Chair’ one of her students requested. Watch this short 4 minute clip of our chat with Priti.

Listen to the full episode on Podbean, Spotify, YouTube & our Website.

One of the guests to our Live Chat was Felicia Nagamatsu, who had been introduced to us by Rachel Barwell, a Davis Facilitator in New Zealand. They collaborated on this wonderful short film entitled:  Train your Genius … enjoy!

One of the guests to our Live Chat was Felicia Nagamatsu, who had been introduced to us by Rachel Barwell, a Davis Facilitator in New Zealand. They collaborated on this wonderful short film entitled:  Train your Genius … enjoy! Watch HERE.

SUMMER READING:

This gem resulted from a Facilitator discussion about the rush to get children reading at an early age….

“There is in fact abundant material showing that there is no valid reason whatsoever for this, as studies show that those who learn to read at 5 (or even 4) do no read better at 8 or 9 than those who learn at 6 or even 7. However, significantly, those who learn to read later enjoy it more and are more likely to do so than those who learn much earlier.

There are always exceptions, I am sure.”

Nadine Schumont’s first book: Bobby’s Rainbow Mind: Exploring Picture Thinking and Beyond.

Discover the vibrant world of 'Bobby's Rainbow Mind' where uniqueness shines bright and differences are celebrated. Through Bobby's colorful adventures, readers are inspired to embrace their individuality and embrace the beauty of neurodiversity. This heartwarming story teaches valuable lessons about acceptance, teamwork, and the power of being true to oneself. 'Bobby's Rainbow Mind' is a captivating read that will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

You may have seen a free magazine in your health food shops .. Women’s Voice .. www.womensvoice.com

Go to Find Our Magazine at the top of their home page. Sue discovered two excellent articles:

Attention Fatigue and the Over Diagnosis of ADHD

and Kids and the Sugar Spiral

On the subject of ADHD, those of you who enjoy the Childrens’ Health Defense articles will enjoy:

1 in 9 Kids Diagnosed With ADHD, CDC Says — But Why?

‘COME TO THE DYSLEXIC TABLE’ - Episode #14 - Brainstorming summer holiday ideas - July 1st

and FINALLY… Sharon’s article for the next Come to the Dyslexic Table Live Chat on July 1 is all about cleverly weaving summer fun with learning, Davis style.  Brainstorming summer holiday ideas – sneaky ways to continue learning!  We have started a list and look forward to you adding more ideas!

JOIN US on July 1st at 4.30pm Pacific.

To read Sharon’s article and RSVP for your zoom link.

We all wish you a wonderful month, full of summer growth and sunshine and thank you for being part of our like-minded community.

Sue, Sharon, Nadine, Julie, Laura, Gisa, Tristan, Del, Paddy

WE’VE GONE INTERNATIONAL !  The Kakamega Project.

The WDS & The Kakamega Project team are on a mission ! To provide effective dyslexia education training to developing remedial tutors and supporting parents in Kakamega County, Kenya. We are very excited and honoured to be part of this initiative and look forward to telling you how it is unfolding. Visit our Campaign page HERE.

Our Giving Guide: 

NEW!! We have created some information pages on our website for Legacy Giving and Donor Advised Funds. These are ways in which you can support your favourite charity. You can read all about them on our Giving Page HERE.

Purchase our Gifted with Dyslexia Pins.  Purchase our Pins Here

TruEarth Eco-Friendly Laundry Soap and Products.  20% of all sales go to our Society.  Please follow the link to our Tru-Earth product page to purchase.  Tru-Earth Eco-Friendly Products Here

Donate a Car Canada. Looking for simple and free car removal? Donate a Car Canada accepts Vehicle Donations for The Whole Dyslexic Society. When you donate your car, truck, RV, boat, or motorcycle to The Whole Dyslexic Society through Donate A Car Canada, it will either be recycled or sold at auction (depending on its condition, age and location). Read more about Donate a Car Canada…….

See how donations can result in tax credits by reading the article below. Read More…Tax Benefits of Charitable Donations

Partial proceeds go to The WDS from sales and rentals of Ed Roman’s highly acclaimed “Red Omen” video. For more information on renting or buying Red Omen click here 

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