Dyslexia & Creativity
There is often a link between Dyslexia and Creativity, and I have seen it firsthand with my clients and students. Quite simply, Dyslexia can, and often does, coexist with creative problem solving and unique perspective-taking. When everyone else sees a “b”, a child with dyslexia may take longer to differentiate between the b, d, and p, because the shape is the same. Orientation is less apparent. They are looking at the letter in a more unconventional way. This can cause the child to hit some trouble with reading and writing in the beginning of learning these skills, but ultimately it’s proof to me that they are unique thinkers, looking at the world with a fresh perspective. I think helping children with dyslexia to understand the positive qualities, that can come along with the processing difference, is crucial for their confidence and long-term success. Dyslexia is yet another piece of the neurodiversity puzzle, and really, it should be celebrated, along with other unique qualities in people. The child who struggles with reading and writing is not the issue, it is the approach being used to teach the child. At Little Plum Education, I seek to meet the child where they are, and use strategies that meet their learning needs. I use an eclectic approach, helping children to build confidence and strategies.
This article from Psychology Today has a nice overview of Dyslexia and Creativity!
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