What Is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a language-based learning difference that affects reading, spelling, and writing. It is neurological in origin and has nothing to do with intelligence. With the right structured literacy approach, children with dyslexia can and do learn to read and thrive.
1 in 5
People have dyslexia, making it the most common learning difference.
70–80%
Of people with poor reading skills likely have dyslexia.
95%
Of children with dyslexia can learn to read with proper structured literacy instruction.
2005
The year Pam began helping Charlotte families overcome dyslexia.
Common Signs of Dyslexia
Dyslexia looks different in every child, but there are common patterns to watch for. Early identification is key — the sooner a child receives structured literacy support, the better the outcome.
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Difficulty learning letter names and sounds
- 02
Trouble sounding out unfamiliar words
- 03
Slow, labored reading even with familiar words
- 04
Poor spelling and difficulty with written expression
- 05
Avoiding reading aloud or reading for pleasure
- 06
Difficulty rhyming words or recognizing rhymes
- 07
Confusing similar-looking letters (b/d, p/q)
- 08
Struggling to remember sequences (alphabet, days of week)
How Orton Gillingham Helps
The Orton Gillingham approach is the gold standard for teaching students with dyslexia. It is structured, sequential, multisensory, and individualized — directly targeting the phonological processing challenges that underlie dyslexia.
Multisensory
Engages visual, auditory, and kinesthetic pathways simultaneously to build strong neural connections for reading.
Structured & Sequential
Skills are taught in a logical, cumulative order — each lesson builds on the last, leaving no gaps.
Individualized
Every lesson is tailored to the student's specific needs, pace, and learning profile.