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  • Developmental Relations Between Reading Comprehension and Reading Strategies

    The study of metacognitive processes, which are those that pertain to cognitive function during learning activities, is widespread and investigates the many ways that children learn.

    January 15, 2024
  • Kids Read 2 Kids

    Kids Read 2 Kids is a free online website founded by 3 young siblings - Jacob (15), Alana (17), and Reuben (11).

    January 16, 2024
  • Free Audiobook Downloads Available Through the End of October

    DyslexiaHelp would like to give a big thank you to Penguin Random House Audio Publishing for the over 80 titles on audiobook CDs that they gave to DyslexiaHelp visitors over the summer.

    January 16, 2024
  • Off to the Right Start! Direct, Explicit, and Systematic Instruction

    Learning to read proves frustrating for far too many children. These evidence-based tips will help teachers promote effective reading instruction for all students.

    December 9, 2025
  • Book and Audiobook Recommendations For 19-Year-Old

    My brother is 19 years old and has dyslexia. He didn’t finish his schooling and is studying an animation course. He is doing well now but is having trouble reading. Could you please suggest some books or send some books or CDs so that his reading can improve? It would be very helpful.

    Could you please suggest some books or send some books or CDs so that his reading can improve? It would be very helpful.

    Thank you so much in advance.

    April 23, 2025
  • Early Reading Matters

    Active and engaged reading WITH your child, not just TO your child, can have a lasting effect on language, literacy, and early reading skills.

    January 16, 2024
  • Structured Literacy: Explicit Intervention vs. Guided Reading

    Study compares approaches to improving reading performance.

    October 16, 2025
  • Mother in MI is Concerned as Daughter’s Reading Progress Slows

    My daughter is 8 years old and is just finishing 2nd grade. It is obvious to my husband and I that she needs help outside of school. We have tried tutors and web-based programs, but nothing has worked. Her frustration level goes through the roof. I would like to know where to get an appointment to have her tested for any type of reading issues.

    April 23, 2025
  • Keep Em Reading: The Importance of Audiobooks for Dyslexics

    I am frequently asked whether my clients with dyslexia should only read text with their eyes – or should they be allowed to listen to text (sometimes called “reading with one’s ears”). To a person who is dyslexic, I recommend the use of text-to-speech software as an accommodation.

    December 10, 2025
  • ​Infographic: Five Ways to Build Reading Skills in Your Child with Dyslexia

    This helpful infographic details five ways you can help your child develop their reading skills.

    April 23, 2026
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