Is your child having trouble with reading? Could it be dyslexia? Expert Shira Moskowitz shares what parents need to know.

Dyslexia is more than just letter mix-ups.

It’s a learning difference that affects how kids read and understand words. In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to spot early signs of dyslexia in kids
• The truth about letter reversals
• And how technology can help support kids

For more on this topic: 

• When dyslexia is missed: The impact on students of color
• What is dyslexia?
• Dyslexia: More than mixing up letters

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) What is dyslexia?

(02:05) The truth about letter reversals

(03:30) How early can kids show signs of dyslexia?

(05:40) How dyslexia affects kids beyond just reading

(08:05) How parents can support kids with dyslexia 

(08:55) How technology can help

For a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at [email protected].

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