LDANL proudly presents Project SEEDS, a groundbreaking initiative to address the persistent illiteracy issues in the province.
Project SEEDS intends to
Identify children, aged 5.5 to 7, across the province who are at risk of becoming struggling readers as early as possible.
Support families/caregivers/service providers and work with them to help the children through early intervention and empowerment.
Did you know Newfoundland and Labrador has the lowest literacy rate among the provinces in Canada?
Still, a huge number of children and adults with Learning Disabilities remain undiagnosed in the province. The cost of a private assessment is not affordable to many. LDANL with the support from Northpine Foundation introduces screening and empowerment services for younger children to address this issue. Project SEEDS is an initiative for identifying struggling readers as early as possible and providing timely intervention before reading issues progress, affecting even self-esteem.
Project SEEDS involves two components:
Dyslexia Screening
The screener is embedded in an online game so children do not feel they are being tested. It is age-appropriate and can be administered across the province. It is fun, and exciting and typically takes 30-40 minutes to complete.
Empowerment Package
It offers various support and services including LD Awareness and Empowerment Resources and Presentations; Support Groups; Workshops; and access to services such as one-on-one Specialized Tutoring and Assistive Technology Sessions.
Contact Sophie Bartlett for more information: [email protected]
The Screening is not intended for diagnosing Dyslexia, but to identify early signs of Dyslexia and reading barriers.
Project SEEDS Dyslexia Screening and Empowerment Resources are offered FREE to participants.
Register today and let us work together for a brighter future!