October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month, according to the U.S. Department of Education. Educators and parents are encouraged to take time to recognize the impact dyslexia can have on student learning and emphasize the importance of early intervention for student success.
A special state legislative committee met on this issue last year, which helped lawmakers get up-to-speed on dyslexia. One finding was that there’s not one, single definition for dyslexia.
It’s often equated with “reading disability” by professionals, but recent research has led to an increased understanding of its neurobiological origins. Experts now recommend individuals may need help with reading comprehension, including vocabulary development and background knowledge.
Amplify created a free, science-of-reading-aligned toolkit to provide you with everything you need to know about dyslexia and dyslexia screening right at your fingertips. This resource will expand your knowledge of dyslexia and how you can support all your students, including those at risk.
A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and formative assessment. They specialize in K-12 literacy, math and science instruction. Amplify serves more than five million students — in public and private schools — in all 50 states. Learn more here.
