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This page gathers established resources for people who want to understand dyslexia, reading difficulties, literacy-related disabilities, and other learning and thinking differences.
Use these resources to learn, prepare questions, and find appropriate educational support. Leave One Light On does not diagnose learning disabilities or recommend a specific treatment, school, tutor, or clinical provider.
For learners, families, and educators
Where can I learn about dyslexia and reading research?
The National Center on Improving Literacy translates research into practical resources for families, schools, and agencies, including material about dyslexia and literacy-related disabilities.
Where can I find dyslexia-specific tools and guidance?
The International Dyslexia Association provides educational resources for people with dyslexia, families, educators, and professionals.
What if the challenge is broader than reading?
Understood provides plain-language information for people with learning and thinking differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, dyscalculia, and related school, work, and self-advocacy topics.