Learning Ally Blog: Access and Achievement

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Now more than ever, people with learning and visual disabilities are flourishing in the classroom, launching productive careers and becoming assets in their communities. This blog spotlights remarkable individuals who demonstrate that having a visual or print disability is no barrier to educational success.


Homework Strategies for Parents and Students who have Dyslexia
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April 7, 2015 by User

Children who have dyslexia spend a huge amount of energy each day during regular school hours. Their brain works ... Read More about Homework Strategies for Parents and Students who have Dyslexia

When someone says: "Your kids have dyslexia? But they seem so smart!"
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April 1, 2015 by User

These words were said to me by a well-meaning friend yesterday. At first, I was a bit taken aback ... Read More about When someone says: "Your kids have dyslexia? But they seem so smart!"

Parent Dyslexia Blog: When Other Kids are Reading "Big" Books ...
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March 26, 2015 by User

Big books. You know them. SCARY books. Gigantic books. I was waiting for the day my son's friends would ... Read More about Parent Dyslexia Blog: When Other Kids are Reading "Big" Books ...

Family-Focused Newsletter for Students Who Have Dyslexia
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March 24, 2015 by User

At Learning Ally, we've been expanding our student services this year. First, we merged with the YES! Program to ... Read More about Family-Focused Newsletter for Students Who Have Dyslexia

Where and How Can I Have My Child Evaluated for Dyslexia, ADHD, and Dysgraphia?
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February 27, 2015 by User

Question: We suspect our daughter is dyslexic,  but think she may also have ADHD or executive function disorder along with ... Read More about Where and How Can I Have My Child Evaluated for Dyslexia, ADHD, and Dysgraphia?