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  I have been trying to teach my son to touch type, but both of us are getting really frustrated. He is just past his 7th birthday and has been diagnosed as dyslexic... We’re learning together and I’m really enjoying it, but he is finding it really frustrating that I’m getting on well and he’s struggling.

  Our school has started to teach touch typing to some of the children who come to us for extra literacy. We’re finding that most of the children enjoy it, but there are a few children who seem to find it really difficult. Do you recommend teaching touch typing to all children with literacy problems?

 My daughter has been diagnosed as being dyslexic. She is struggling with reading (about 2-3 years behind). The trouble is that she hates reading at home. The school are great about sending books back with her, but she really finds them hard and we both land up dreading our daily reading session. I know it’s important to read with your children. What do you advise?

> Are your resources and methods only suitable for learners with ‘dyslexic-type’ difficulties or can they be used with low-ability pupils. I really struggle to find resources I can use with this category.

 What software would you recommend for pre-school ages? My son is 5 years old and I am keen for him to get a good start to learning.

 Your materials seem to put more emphasis on spelling and far less on reading. I’ve always thought that reading should be the priority. It’s easier for learners to cope with at lower levels. Could you explain?

 My son often reverses ‘b’s and ‘d’s. A friend of mine, whose son is dyslexic, says that this is a sign of dyslexia and I should get him checked. What should I do?

 I am becoming more and more aware of learning difficulties and find it a fascinating area. I wish there was more training in NZ schools. I am confused, though about terminology. I see references to dyslexia and to specific learning disability – are they the same, or is there a difference?

 I've come across the term 'rime', but I'm not sure if this is just another way of spelling 'rhyme'. Can you explain?