Dyslexia guides

In-depth answers to the questions parents, teachers and adults ask about dyslexia — every fact linked to its source.

• October 1, 2026Phonological awareness: the sound skill underneath readingBefore a child can match letters to sounds, they have to notice that spoken words are made of sounds at all. This guide explains what phonological awareness is, the order the skills usually develop in, how it differs from phonemic awareness, and what to do if your child finds it hard.Read the guide →