Nearly 15% of the population has dyslexia.

In a classroom of 30 students, about 5 may have dyslexia, though it often goes unrecognized.

Many children don’t realize they have dyslexia until later in life, which is why early identification and support are so important.

What is dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a specific learning difference people are born with that affects reading, spelling, and writing skills.

It often runs in families, meaning it can be inherited.

Dyslexia is characterized by difficulties with accurate and fluent word recognition, as well as challenges with spelling and decoding words.

With the right instruction and intervention, students with dyslexia can make significant progress and become successful readers.

How do I know if my child has dyslexia?

Some children with dyslexia show one or more of the following signs:

Difficulty pronouncing or remembering words
Trouble learning letter sounds and connecting sounds to letters
Misreading, skipping, or leaving out common short words while reading
Difficulty putting thoughts and ideas into writing
Frequent spelling mistakes, even with familiar words
Difficulty memorizing sequences, such as math facts, days of the week, or months of the year
Challenges with verbal communication, including expressing ideas clearly

Learn more about dyslexia and how it affect reading, spelling, and learning.
Explore Evidence Based Literacy Instruction (EBLI) to understand how this research-based approach helps students become stronger readers.
Connect with the dyslexia community through Youth as Self Advocate, (YASA) – a resource that helps individuals with dyslexia connect, share experiences, and find support.