Dyslexia, often misunderstood and underdiagnosed, is a widespread learning disability that affects one in five children. That's a staggering 10 million children in America alone. As a special educator with years of experience, I've seen firsthand the challenges and triumphs of students with dyslexia. The quote from "Overcoming Dyslexia" by Shaywitz & Shaywitz encapsulates the urgency and prevalence of this issue. In this blog post, I aim to increase awareness about dyslexia,

Exploring Insights from the 2024 ALTA Annual Conference Welcome to our blog series inspired by the recent ALTA Annual Conference! Despite being virtual, the conference overflowed with valuable insights for literacy instruction, especially for students with dyslexia. Scroll down to jump to a post or blog feed! Throughout the conference, speakers emphasized the role of data-driven decision-making, effective vocabulary strategies, and redefining traditional approaches to reading

Welcome to the inaugural blog series focused on a comprehensive book study of "Overcoming Dyslexia (2020 Edition): Second Edition" by Dr. Sally Shaywitz. As we embark on this journey together, we delve into the rich insights and invaluable wisdom presented in this seminal work, authored by one of the foremost experts in the field of dyslexia. With each installment of this series, we will explore the complexities of dyslexia, unraveling its mysteries, and uncovering evidence-b