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Resources

Browse our collection of dyslexia resources including fact sheets, articles, books, videos, and local service providers.

Fact Sheet Library

IDA fact sheets are convenient, professionally reviewed materials designed to improve understanding and support advocacy initiatives. Fact sheets are frequently used to enrich and supplement IEP meetings, school board discussions, and district policy initiatives. Click on topics of interest below to view and download fact sheets.

Adolescents and Adults with Dyslexia

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Advocating for Students with Dyslexia in Public Schools

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Accommodations for College Students with Dyslexia

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Dyslexia and the Brain

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Dyslexia, Stress and Anxiety

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Evaluating Professionals for Dyslexia Services

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Gifted and Dyslexic

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Homeschooling and Dyslexia

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Oral Language and Dyslexia

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Spelling and Dyslexia

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Transition to College for Students with Dyslexia

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Understanding Dysgraphia

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Family Guide to Building Language Comprehension

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For additional topics, please visit thefact sheet library on the IDA National Office Website

Dallas Dyslexia Information Group (DDIG)

About DDIG

The DDIG is a monthly webinar series for the Dallas-Fort Worth community held on the second Monday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. virtually. Speakers and learning disability professionals deliver information and resources concerning learning differences to various audiences.

Presentations are free and open to the public, with optional CEUs or certificates available for a $10 fee.

Who Should Attend

  • β€’Parents of children with dyslexia
  • β€’Educators and teaching professionals
  • β€’Adults with dyslexia
  • β€’Learning disability professionals
  • β€’Anyone interested in learning about dyslexia

Professional Benefits

For $10, professionals receive:

  • βœ“1.5 CEUs for ALTA members
  • βœ“Certificate of Attendance for educators
  • βœ“Professional development documentation

Upcoming DDIG Meetings

May 12, 2025

Charlotte Gregor

"Literacy Instruction for Nonresponders and Students at Risk"

Focuses on practical methods for struggling readers and at-risk learners.

June 9, 2025

Ashley Arnold, MA (WPS)

"Streamlining Dyslexia Evaluations the Smart Way"

Introduces the Tests of Dyslexia (TODβ„’), a comprehensive assessment tool for ages 5-89.

August 11, 2025

Dr. Dana Judd

Topic details pending.

September 8, 2025

Nicki Winter (Brilliant Strengths)

Topic details pending.

October 13, 2025

Speaker to be announced

Details forthcoming.

November 10, 2025

Amie Davenport (Region 10)

Topic details pending.

Past Topics

β€’Executive Function and Dyslexia
β€’The Science of Reading: Latest Research
β€’Dyslexia and Mental Health: Building Resilience
β€’Multisensory Math Instruction
β€’Navigating College with Dyslexia
β€’IEPs and 504 Plans: Understanding Your Rights
β€’Summer Reading Strategies

Recommended Books

Overcoming Dyslexia
by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.

A comprehensive, evidence-based guide to understanding and managing dyslexia in children and adults.

Reading Intervention
by Marilyn Jager Adams

A guide to evidence-based reading intervention strategies.

The Dyslexic Advantage
by Brock L. Eide and Fernette F. Eide

Identifying and leveraging the strengths that come with dyslexic processing.

Videos & Webinars

Featured Video: Understanding Dyslexia
An introduction to dyslexia, its signs, and evidence-based interventions
Understanding Dyslexia

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