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Excited for our founder, Kate, to participate at SXSW London tomorrow with Child Mind Institute, in partnership with Wellcome Trust, as part of the Youth Mental Health Hub. Kate will be moderating a discussion on Dyslexia: Changing the story with Harold S. Koplewicz, MD and Dame Dr Maggie Aderin.

They'll be talking about:
🤔 What dyslexia is - and why the world still gets it wrong
❤️ Emotional impact of dyslexia
🎓 What effective support looks like
🎬 How Made By Dyslexia are changing the story on dyslexia with our new film: "What is dyslexia?'


https://www.sxswlondon.com/

Misconception: Students with dyslexia struggle because they aren't trying hard enough.

Fact: Dyslexia is not an effort or motivation issue. It reflects challenges with accurate and efficient word reading and responds best to evidence-based, multisensory, structured language instruction.

When we understand why students struggle, we can provide the instruction they truly need.

To learn more about Academic Language Therapy and evidence-based support for dyslexia, visit altaread.org.

Why Writing by Hand Beats Typing (in 6 Charts) It may sound archaic in today’s tech-centric classrooms, but researchers around the world are digging into the powerful effects of handwriting, revealing how the act of putting pen (or pencil) to paper significantly shapes how we think, remember, and make sense of new ideas. Yet as schools increas...

🧩 Did You Know?

Many individuals with dyslexia develop exceptional problem-solving skills by learning to navigate challenges in creative and innovative ways. This adaptive strength is known as compensatory thinking—the ability to find alternative paths, think outside the box, and approach problems from unique perspectives.

At Celebrate Dyslexia, we believe dyslexia is more than a learning difference—it can also be a source of resilience, creativity, and ingenuity. 💡✨

Tom Holland: Spider-Man star praised for honesty about dyslexia The actor has revealed he turned down presenting Saturday Night Live out of fear of cue cards changing.

How the Science of Reading Is Reshaping Teaching: What the Data Say A nationally representative survey shows how reading curriculum, PD, and teacher practice have shifted.

At ALTA, we know that advancing the field of dyslexia education takes more than one voice. It takes a community united by high standards, evidence-based practice, and a shared commitment to students.

From parents seeking answers to educators pursuing deeper training, to universities, training centers, legislators, and donors helping expand access, ALTA proudly serves and supports multiple stakeholders across the dyslexia community.

Our mission reaches:
• Current ALTA members who uphold the gold standard in dyslexia therapy and intervention
• Future trainees seeking rigorous, meaningful preparation in MSLE
• Training centers and universities committed to excellence in Structured Literacy education
• Schools and educational leaders striving to close literacy gaps for struggling readers
• Legislators advocating for stronger dyslexia support and intervention policies
• Donors creating pathways for scholarships and access to services
• Parents searching for highly qualified professionals who can make a lasting difference in their child’s life

Together, we are building a future where students with dyslexia are supported by professionals with the highest standards of knowledge, training, and practice.

Because every minute counts. Every student matters. And every stakeholder plays a role in advancing literacy outcomes.
Learn more about ALTA certification pathways, advocacy, and membership opportunities at altaread.org

There are so many misconceptions out there as to how we learn to read.

The 2026 State of Dyslexia report just dropped…and it might be the most useful free resource you download all year. 👇

The National Center on Improving Literacy breaks down where every state stands on dyslexia screening, structured literacy training, and access to evidence-based intervention. Even outside a traditional classroom, knowing your state’s landscape helps you ask better questions and advocate more confidently for your reader.

Look up your state in minutes, then pass it along to your homeschool group or anyone supporting struggling readers in your community.

Read the report here: https://www.stateofdyslexia.org/state-of-dyslexia-report-2026