Southern Roots Dyslexia Therapy

For the first time in more than 20 years, the International Dyslexia Association has updated its definition of dyslexia.

Join the National Center on Improving Literacy for a free webinar in their Reading the Room series, where literacy leaders and reading researchers will unpack what changed between the 2002 and 2025 definitions, and what it means for assessment, instruction, and support for students with or at risk for dyslexia.

📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM ET | Virtual
🎙️ Free to attend

Click here to register: https://ow.ly/maiW50YGrNQ

The end goal… we did this together. 🎉
We’re still advocating for dyslexia therapy in public schools, but we’re grateful for the private and Catholic schools in our community who continue to partner with us and support our students. Every step forward matters. ❤️

“Hearts that beat to the tune of kindness can change the rhythm of the world.” 💛

We lead with grace and kindness because our learners are always watching. In every patient moment, every encouraging word, we’re modeling a rhythm they can carry with them. And as they grow, they begin to find their own—confident, capable, and ready to step out into the world with the same compassion they’ve been shown.

Learning to read can feel complicated, but breaking down skills can make it that much easier. Let's go through closed syllables!
A closed syllable is a syllable that ends with a consonant.
Example:
🐱cat = short a
🛏bed = short e
🐟fish = short i
Knowing closed syllables can be the difference between a child decoding words and a child guessing through words. When they learn the pattern, they will build more confidence in their skills!
Be sure to follow our page for more information and resources for dyslexia and comment down below a skill you'd like to see simplified!

There are so many myths and misconceptions out there about dyslexia, so let's clear one of them up. Dyslexia does not only affect reading. Those with dyslexia can also experience difficulties with spelling, writing, remembering instructions, of even putting thoughts into words. Follow our page for more dyslexia information and resources!

Hey parents!

Audiobooks aren’t “cheating,” they’re access.

For many dyslexic learners, listening unlocks comprehension, imagination, and confidence in ways print alone may not (yet). The goal isn’t just decoding words…it’s understanding, enjoying, and learning from them.

When we allow different paths to the same destination, we’re not lowering the bar, we’re removing unnecessary barriers.

Let’s stop the stigma. Let’s support how our kids learn best. 💛

Confidence is growing in these smarties! 📚✨ They even brought a class book to our session just to read to me…how special is that?! Watching their progress and excitement for learning is the best part. So proud of them! 💛