What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a brain-based difference in how language is processed. It primarily affects reading, spelling, and writing—not intelligence, effort, or motivation.
Children with dyslexia often struggle to connect sounds to letters and letter patterns, which can make reading feel slow, effortful, or exhausting. This can impact confidence, school performance, and even emotional well-being if the right support isn’t in place. Dyslexia is common. About 1 in 5 people have dyslexia, and it exists across all backgrounds and ability levels. Many bright, creative, and highly capable children (and adults) are dyslexic—they just learn differently.
Common Warning Signs of Dyslexia:
Dyslexia can look different at different ages, but common signs include:
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Difficulty learning letter sounds or phonics
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Trouble sounding out or spelling words
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Slow or labored reading
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Avoidance of reading or writing tasks
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Strong verbal skills but weaker written output
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Fatigue or frustration around schoolwork
Early support makes a big difference—but it’s never too late to help.
What Dyslexia Is Not:
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A vision problem
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Caused by lack of effort or motivation
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Something a child will “outgrow”
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A reflection of intelligence
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With explicit, structured, and multisensory instruction, children with dyslexia can absolutely learn to read and thrive.
