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Free Evidence-Based Resources for Literacy Success
Literacy Resources for Families


Understanding Dyslexia Policy in Your State: Key Features of Strong Legislation
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, making it essential for states to enact policies that support students who struggle with reading.


Screening for Emergent Literacy During Well Visits
An overview of how pediatricians can screen for emergent literacy skills during routine well-child visits.


Understanding Dyslexia: Signs to Watch for by Age
Dyslexia can manifest differently depending on a child’s age and stage of reading development. Early identification is critical to provide effective support and intervention.


Understanding Dyslexia: Myth vs. Facts
Understanding dyslexia begins with separating myths from facts. This resource clears up common misconceptions and shares research-based facts to help educators, parents, and caregivers better support students with dyslexia.


Painting a Picture of Developmental Language Disorder in Language Minority Bilingual Children
Due to the complexities of speaking two languages, teachers and parents must consider what assessment practices are best for properly identifying Developmental Language Disorders in bilingual students.


Understanding Screening: Overall Screening and Assessment
This brief and infographic explain how reading screening helps identify students at risk for reading difficulties and how families can partner with schools to support their child’s reading success.


Key Roles for Children's Literacy Success
Families and educators can work together to ensure children have successful literacy experiences in and out of school. This is especially important if children have reading difficulties. Families and educators play important roles in a comprehensive approach to literacy development through four key actions: Learn, Advocate, Partner, and Support.


Advocating for My Child’s Literacy Needs
Every child’s literacy journey is unique, and as a family member, you know your child best and have seen their skills develop over time. By embracing your role as an advocate and partnering with your child’s school, you can work toward common goals that ensure their literacy needs are understood and supported.


The Science of Reading: An Overview
There are so many pieces to the Science of Reading. Here are highlights about what it is -- and what it's not.


8 Steps to Literacy Coaching at Home
Yes, you can coach your child’s literacy learning at home. Here are 8 steps parents can do to help boost a child's literacy skills at home.


Dyslexia Around the World
Facts about dyslexia around the world (infographic)


How Families Can Partner With Schools on Literacy Development
You and the school share responsibility for your child’s language and literacy development. Here's how families and schools can partner.


Is Your Child Having Trouble Reading? Warning Signs and a Checklist
Reading difficulties are most common in the earliest stages of reading. Here's are warning signs of trouble and a checklist for parents.


Defining Dyslexia
Learn the official definition of dyslexia, as well as facts and common myths.


Understanding Brain Differences in Dyslexia
Dr. Guinevere Eden explains what’s different in the brain of a person with dyslexia.
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