Dyslexia
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Types of dyslexia: What researchers are studying and why
Find out what research shows about types of dyslexia or dyslexia subtypes, like phonological dyslexi…
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How dyslexia is diagnosed after high school
Learn how to tell if you have dyslexia. Find out how dyslexia is diagnosed after high school and whe…
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Dyslexia in high school: 4 signs you might see
What does dyslexia look like in high school? See some of the signs of dyslexia or reading disability…
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Learning a foreign language with dyslexia
Kids with dyslexia face the same hurdles learning a foreign language as they did learning to read. B…
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Can dyslexia cause headaches?
Learn about dyslexia and if it can cause headaches. Read about reading issues and stress that could …
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Dyslexia fact sheet
This one-page dyslexia fact sheet for beginners includes basic information on dyslexia and how to he…
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Is it OK to let my child with dyslexia use spellcheck?
When is it OK to let your child with dyslexia start using spellcheck? What are the best spellchecker…
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Video: Dyslexia and the brain
How does the brain of a dyslexic child work differently? Watch this video to hear from a dyslexia ex…
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FAQs about vision and dyslexia
Are dyslexia and vision problems connected? Here are answers to FAQs about dyslexia and vision, incl…
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How dyslexia affects speech
Find out how dyslexia can affect speaking or speech. Learn about dyslexia and speech problems like t…
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Video: Why do ADHD and dyslexia co-occur so often?
Why do so many kids have both dyslexia and ADHD? Watch as expert Fumiko Hoeft talks about ADHD and d…
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Why doesn’t dyslexia go away after proper reading instruction?
Once your child has learned to read, does that mean his dyslexia is cured? An expert explains whethe…
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Dyslexia and creativity: What you need to know
Does dyslexia make you creative? Find out what research shows about whether there’s a link between d…
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Do dyslexia fonts help?
Do dyslexia fonts or dyslexia-friendly fonts help dyslexic people read better? Learn about dyslexia …
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Dyslexia in preschool: 4 signs you might see
What does dyslexia look like in preschool and pre-K children? Here are dyslexia signs you might see …
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9 films that feature dyslexia
If your child has dyslexia, you may be interested in watching one of these movies about reading issu…
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FAQs about reversing letters, writing letters backwards, and dyslexia
Is writing letters backwards a sign of dyslexia? Learn what letter reversal is, how it’s different f…
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Video: Dyslexia and the fear of reading
We all have a natural fight-or-flight response when fear kicks in. But what happens when that fear i…
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7 common myths about dyslexia
When it comes to dyslexia, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Here are seven common dysle…
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Skills that can be affected by dyslexia
Dyslexia doesn’t only affect reading. Here’s a quick list of other skills dyslexia can impact.
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What is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a learning disability in reading. Get a definition of dyslexia and learn about the dysle…
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A day in the life of a child with dyslexia
What’s it like to have dyslexia? See a day in the life of a kid with dyslexia to get a sense of the …
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10 movie and TV characters with dyslexia
Watching characters with dyslexia on TV and in movies can help you understand the challenges — and h…
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Can I get an fMRI scan to show that my daughter has dyslexia?
Can fMRI brain scans be used to diagnose dyslexia? Learn how functional magnetic resonance imaging i…
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How to teach kids with dyslexia to read
How do you teach children with dyslexia to read? With proper instruction and support, kids with dysl…
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Dyslexia: Questions from families answered
Get answers to common questions about dyslexia. Experts explain dyslexia basics and share insights o…
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8 tips for introducing dyslexia to your child
Learn about specific tips that can help you start your first conversation with your child about dysl…
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Videos about dyslexia
Watch a collection of videos about dyslexia, from dyslexia facts to success stories from kids, adult…
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5 ways dyslexia can affect social skills
Dyslexia doesn’t just affect reading. It can lead to social challenges, too. Here are five examples …
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11 great quotes about dyslexia
What have successful dyslexic people learned from and about dyslexia? Here are 11 quotes about livin…
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Dyslexia success stories
Share these dyslexia success stories with your child. These stories of children, adults, and celebri…
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Understanding dyslexia in your child
Does your child have dyslexia, or do you think your child might be dyslexic? Explore this guide to d…
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Vision therapy and dyslexia: What you need to know
Vision therapy aims to correct vision problems that interfere with reading and learning. But it’s no…
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FAQs about bilingualism and dyslexia
Dyslexia can often be missed in kids who speak more than one language. Here are answers to common qu…
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Dyslexia and anxiety: What you need to know
Reading aloud in class. Not understanding why reading is so hard. Learn how situations like these ca…
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My child was just diagnosed with dyslexia. Now what?
Was your child just diagnosed with dyslexia? Learn about next steps after a dyslexia diagnosis and d…
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Dyslexia: Ways to help your child at home
If your child has dyslexia, try these fun, at-home strategies to work on reading skills.
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Can dyslexia make it hard for kids to start and finish their work?
Does your child with dyslexia have trouble starting and finishing assignments? Learn about possible …
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The difference between dyslexia and dyscalculia
Dyslexia and dyscalculia can both make math hard. But even though dyscalculia is sometimes called ma…
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FAQs about dyslexia and learning music
Does dyslexia affect reading music? Learn why kids with dyslexia may struggle with learning to read …
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Dyslexia in middle school: 4 signs you might see
What does dyslexia look like in middle school, or junior high? Learn about signs of dyslexia in grad…
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Is dyslexia genetic?
Find out if dyslexia is hereditary. An expert explains the genetic component of dyslexia.
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Dyslexia in grade school: 4 signs you might see
Find out what dyslexia can look like in elementary school, from fear of reading to not remembering a…
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9 ways to help kids with dyslexia remember and pronounce long words
Kids with dyslexia can have trouble remembering and pronouncing long words. Get tips on how to help …
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12 tips to help kids with dyslexia learn sight words
How can you help your child with dyslexia learn sight words? Explore these fun ways to teach sight w…
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Possible causes of dyslexia
What causes dyslexia? Brain function, brain structure, and heredity are possible causes of dyslexia.…
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9 terms to know if your child has trouble with reading
Explore nine reading terms your child’s teachers may use when talking about reading skills and your …