VIDEOS

What is Dyslexia?

A film created for TED talks and overview by Kelli Sandman-Hurley

Why get a dyslexia assessment?

A film from the BDA where Jo explains how a diagnosis of dyslexia has helped her.

The Dyslexia Advantage

This film interviews several famous people with dyslexia, discussing the difficulties that they face and how they have overcome them. It shows how successful people refused to let dyslexia stop them from realising their dreams, and instead they turned it into their superpower!

Outside the Square - Film 1 - Understanding and Identifying Dyslexia

This film provides the knowledge required to identify children at risk, so that schools are able to provide students with dyslexia with the necessary support. Students and parents share their personal experiences to help provide a better understanding of the daily struggles in the classroom.

See dyslexia differently

The BDA's See Dyslexia Differently animation has won the Best Animation award at the St Albans Film Festival. This animation seeks to preempt misconceptions among young audiences by shedding light on the real challenges dyslexic children face whilst also acknowledging their strengths and potential.

Don’t call me stupid

A 4 part BBC documentary. Actress Kara Tointon investigates dyslexia and the impact it has on her own life.

Overcoming Dyslexia - TED youth talk

Piper Otterbein's story.

A Day In A Life Of A Dyslexic Teenager

In this introduction to teenage dyslexia, we learn about John who is 13 years old and dyslexic and what a typical day looks like for him.

Things Not To Say To Someone With Dyslexia

Whether it's hearing 'you just need to focus' or being told 'you shouldn't get extra time in exams' - if you have dyslexia it's likely you've been on the receiving end of infuriating statements like these.

What is Dyslexia like

Molly Bishop looks into the common, everyday challenges of being dyslexic and raises the question, are schools treating children with learning challenges equally?

Dyslexia: a differently wired brain

In this short film from the British Dyslexia Association we hear different experiences of how people felt about finding out that they are dyslexic, and what being dyslexic means to them.

Jamie Oliver - Made By Dyslexia Interview

Jamie Oliver talks to Made By Dyslexia about his dyslexia and shares personal insights and advice

Keira Knightley OBE - Made By Dyslexia Interview

Keira Knightly OBE talks about being Made By Dyslexia.

CBBC Newsround Special ‘My Dyslexic Mind’

My Dyslexic Mind explores what dyslexia is and some of the ways it affects children.

Handy Spelling Technique for Dyslexics

This technique uses visual cues within the words to help the child recognise the word and remember how to spell it.

Funding for students with disabilities and other needs

If a student has a disability they might be able to get extra financial help while at university or college. Find out more about Disabled Student Allowances (DSA) and how they can help.

The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia

This film provides personal and uplifting accounts of the dyslexic experience from children, experts and iconic leaders, such as Sir Richard Branson. The film highlights the misconceptions about dyslexia and paints a picture of hope for all who struggle with it, proving that dyslexia is a neurological issue and not a character flaw, The Big Picture illustrates that whilst the condition is an obstacle, it also carries some unique advantages, and ultimately can be overcome.

Click here to view The Big Picture