Lochie would have to be the most resilient person I know.
After leaving school at 14, now 20, he has completed an apprenticeship, bought himself a brand new car, boat and caravan and is currently saving for his first home. He is in year 2 of his second apprenticeship just to top it off. Quite an achievement for a kid who can barely read.
He decided to start a Cert IV in Business. Looking to the future, he wants to build houses as a qualified building, and also fit them out as a qualified cabinet maker. I warned him there was a lot of work in Cert IV Business but he was determined.
The first few weeks went well. He told me how he was first to know the answers, how he had the best ideas and was a bit of teachers pet. Quite different from his earlier school years. He was going so well that when the teacher asked him to read his business plan out to the class he tried to do it. Dyslexic sometimes sneaks up on you and he wasn't able to read it. He got words mixed up and was slow. The class laughed at him. He told them he was dyxlexic and their response was "we didnt know you were retarded".
He came home in tears. I asked why he read out aloud instead of just saying no. His response broke my heart.
"Mum, I forgot I was stupid".
Dyslexic kids struggle and when they grow up it doesnt become easier. However, he went off the class the next week and has continued with it.
My Childrens book in Open Dyslexic font will help dyslexic kids enjoy reading and build their confidence. Check out the link and I'm really interested in your feedback.
http://www.p101.com.au/dyslexiaenhanced.htm
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