Week 3 – The Strengths of Dyslexia

While dyslexia presents challenges with reading and spelling, it also comes with unique strengths. Research shows that dyslexic brains often have stronger connections in areas related to creativity, problem-solving, and big-picture thinking.

Children with dyslexia may:

• Excel in oral communication and storytelling

• Have strong visual-spatial reasoning

• See patterns and connections others might miss

• Show strengths in subjects like art, design, science, or entrepreneurship

Many influential figures have dyslexia and credit it with shaping their creativity and resilience, including Albert Einstein (scientist), Steven Spielberg (director), Agatha Christie (author), Richard Branson (entrepreneur), and Whoopi Goldberg (actress).

As parents, we can nurture these strengths by celebrating creativity, encouraging curiosity, and giving our children opportunities to learn in multiple ways—not just through reading and writing.

👉 Discover more inspiring stories: The Yale Centre for Dyslexia & Creativity – Success Stories

In support of this awareness, the Student Support Services Team also prepared informative Dyslexia Awareness Boards for you to visit. When you are next in the school building, please take a moment to stop by and learn more about dyslexia, including facts, strategies, and resources for supporting children.

You can find the Dyslexia Awareness Boards on the 1^st and 4^th Floor.

At SPH Kemang Village, we believe every child is made uniquely and wonderfully by God. Just as each student has their own unique gifts, they also have a unique way of learning. We are committed to understanding these differences and providing a supportive environment so every student can flourish in their learning journey.