Dystinct Magazine

Dystinct Magazine is the ultimate resource of inspiration and expertise for families and educators of children with learning difficulties. Dystinct Magazine seeks to find the extra ordinary that lies within the ordinary. Every child with learning difficulties is blessed to be distinctively different. We have set out to identify and nurture these differences to instil a strong sense of achievement in children who are often forgotten about. We also bring to you relevant Up-to-date evodemce based advise from leading experts in the industry to help you navigate the path to success. We have exclusive interviews and content within the magazine, giving you fantastic insights into the world of learning difficulties - dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and dyspraxia. At Dystinct, we care about our children and want to help them find their wings and fly. This is a platform for children with learning difficulties to have their stories told and voices heard.

EDITOR’S NOTE • “There is absolutely nothing more motivating or engaging than the feeling of success and competence.

Dystinct Magazine

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HOW CAN WE BEST SUPPORT WRITING FROM THE BEGINNING? • What ALL Students Need to Know and Be Able to Do.

The Beautiful Blur: ADHD and Dyslexia • Dancing Letters and Brilliant Messes, Painting my own Neurodiverse journey outside the lines they told me to colour in between.

USING STORY GRAMMAR TO FOSTER COMPREHENSION • Jennifer Cerra shares how teaching story grammar, a structured approach to understanding narrative elements, can help struggling readers, especially those with dyslexia, build comprehension, reduce cognitive load, and connect more deeply with stories while strengthening oral language and decoding skills.

CHILDREN WITH SLDS NEED TO BE APPRECIATED FOR SKILLS THAT DON'T GET RECOGNISED AT SCHOOL.

SUCCEEDING WITH A DISABILITY • Finding success with a learning disability has been a journey for me. The trip has not always been easy and has often been frustrating. But I have also been able to find success with having one. My journey with one began in kindergarten. My teacher noticed that I was struggling in the classroom. I had difficulty with dot-to-dot pages, tying my shoes, writing my name, and anything math-related. I also struggled socially. She recommended that I be evaluated by the school Psychologist. Sure enough, I did indeed have one.

THE POTENTIAL IMPACT OF 15 MINUTES

Be D.Y.S.T.I.N.C.T MY JOURNEY WITH DYSLEXIA • The artist behind The Art of Ela Livecast host of Life ELAmode Speaker, facilitator and host of Inspired ELAquence & a leader with Toastmasters International

PRACTICE THE KEY TO REMEMBERING

Do you or someone you know have RSD?

TEACHERS DO BETTER WHEN THEY KNOW BETTER!

DYSLEXIA MISS-UNDERSTOOD • There’s something magical about London that people notice the moment she enters a room. Despite her tiny stature, she has a quiet presence that draws people in. It’s in the way she carries herself and the warmth she brings without ever needing to say much. Even as a toddler, that gentle charm was already there.

WE SHARE THE JOURNEYS OF RELATABLE ROLE MODELS

DYSPRAXIA in P.E LESSONS

WHAT IF IT IS A GENETIC ADVANTAGE? • IF EVOLUTION IS REAL, THEN WHY DO CONDITIONS LIKE ADHD, AUTISM, AND DYSLEXIA STILL EXIST?