Links to other useful websites

Information on Learning Disabilities:

• Learning Disabilities Association of NZ - www.ldanz.org.nz

• Dyslexia Foundation of New Zealand - www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nz

• Dyspraxia Support Group of New Zealand; Information and resources for parents, teachers, etc. - www.dyspraxia.org.nz

• Learning Disabilities Online; Regularly updated articles and resources on learning disabilities and ADHD - www.ldonline.org

• Learning Disabilities Association of America; Information, resources and online courses - www.ldaamerica.org

• Learning Problems - For Kids; Helps explain SLD to children in positive, kid-friendly language - http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/learning_problem/learning_disabilities.html

• Schwab Learning; Lots of useful info for parents - www.greatschools.org/special-education.topic

Printable Teaching Resources:

• Carl's Corner - www.carlscorner.us.com

• Progressive Phonics; Free downloadable phonics books and activities - www.progressivephonics.com

• Quia; Speech Articulation Games - www.quia.com/pages/havemorefun.html

• Speech TX; Speech activities - www.speechtx.com

• Online Teaching Resources; Mathletics - www.mathletics.co.nz

• SpellZone; Comprehensive online spelling course, also suitable for adults (British) - www.spellzone.com

Resources for Purchase:

• Learning Staircase - www.learningstaircase.co.nz

• Every Educaid; Educational Resources - www.everyeducaid.co.nz

• Smart Kids; Educational Resources for purchase including "Smart Phonics" - www.smartkids.co.nz

Technological Solutions:

• Dyslexic.com; Extensive resources for purchase (UK based website) - www.dyslexic.com

• Assistive Technology - www.education.govt.nz/school/student-support/special-education/assistive-technology

• Dragon Naturally Speaking - www.nuance.com