useful links

Explore our list of useful links below.

topics and items of interest

Books

Overcoming Dyslexia

Author: Sally Shaywitz

The cutting-edge research is translated into an easy-to-follow plan of action, offering help and hope to all who have reading problems and to their families as well.

The Explosive Child

Author: Ross Greene

Groundbreaking, research-based approach to understanding and parenting children who frequently exhibit severe fits of temper and other challenging behaviors.

Equipped for reading success

Author: David Kilpatrick

More than an explanation of current research, Equipped for Reading Success is a complete program for training phonemic awareness.

Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids

Author: Dr. Laura Markham

Using mindfulness and connection to raise resilient, joyful children and rediscover your love of parenting.

Quiet

Author: Susan Cain

The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking.

online courses (some free)

Educational resources

Artzone

Artzone Studios is a hub of creativity with classes for all ages and a range of in-person & online class options over Zoom!

Artzone classes

TTRS

Touch-typing, reading & spelling. Need help with writing, reading, spelling. This multi-sensory program is great for people with or without dyslexia. Great subject matter choice for all ages and adults. Top class learning app.

https://www.readandspell.com/

Scoilnet

Scoilnet is the Department of Education and Skills (DES) official portal for Irish education resources.

www.scoilnet.ie/

BBC Bitesize

Full curriculum for Primary, Secondary, 16+. Fully animated, sensory friendly learning resource. If interested contact it@henireland.org and we will help you set this up.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

irish support organisations

homeschooling websites

Homeschool.com

Provides outrageously beautiful tools, product reviews, guides, advice, and support to all homeschooling families.

Homeschool.com

Alternative Learning

Alternative Learning advocates alternative learning concepts and environments in which the interests and choices of children are recognised as crucial to real learning. They are a worldwide network of Natural Learners, unschoolers, and support groups, linked together by map.

Alternative Learning

Education Otherwise

A UK-based membership organisation which provides support and information for families whose children are being educated outside school, and for those who wish to uphold the freedom of families to take proper responsibility for the education of their children.

Education Otherwise

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