Explaining Dyslexia: How to Talk to My Child About Dyslexia (+ 3 starting scripts for different ages)

The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor · May 21, 2026 · 20m

Explaining dyslexia to your child shouldn't feel like delivering a medical sentence. It’s about finally giving them the key to why they’ve been working twice as hard for half the results.

Without a name for their struggle, children often fill in the blanks with their own words that aren’t helpful. This episode is your guide to having “the talk” with your child. Whether your child is just starting to notice the gap or is a frustrated teen who has already given up on books.

After listening, you’ll:

Give your child a clear way to understand their unique processing style.

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