[header] How to teach a dyslexic child [title] Utilize the multi-sensory structured language (msl) approach. [step] While this method is the gold standard for teaching children with dyslexia, it is beneficial for all children. Msl teaches phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, vocabulary, accuracy and fluency, and writing and spelling. 
Students are encouraged to use all of their senses (touch, sight, movement, and sound) as part of the learning process. [substeps] Phonemic awareness is the ability to hear, recognize, and use the individual sounds in a word.