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.


A Voice of Hope for the Puzzle Children

August 4, 2014 by User

"I was one of the puzzle children myself - a dyslexic. You have a challenge; never quit!" Those are the ... Read More about A Voice of Hope for the Puzzle Children

Five Brilliant Beach Books Kids Will Adore

August 1, 2014 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

Dreaming of a beach vacation? Here are a few books to whisk your mind away to sandy shores, icy ... Read More about Five Brilliant Beach Books Kids Will Adore

Lights, Camera, Accommodations for Dyslexic Filmmaker

July 31, 2014 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

“I have this disability that makes my pursuit of education—from taking tests to learning material as quickly as other ... Read More about Lights, Camera, Accommodations for Dyslexic Filmmaker

"Dee-Lexia is a little bit good."

July 28, 2014 by User

Those are the words of 6 year old Elisabeth, who is recounting what she learned from her newest ally - ... Read More about "Dee-Lexia is a little bit good."

Family history of dyslexia? No, not us. Wait, what. . . ?

July 24, 2014 by User

Researchers say that dyslexia likely has a genetic link, but that connection isn't always apparent. When one Mom blogger ... Read More about Family history of dyslexia? No, not us. Wait, what. . . ?