Issue 26: The Dystinct Journey of Tucker Findley | Tucker's Treasures Members Public

Tucker Findley, a teen entrepreneur with complex learning differences, his family, and his educator share their intertwined perspectives on transforming overwhelming academic challenges into a thriving business and a life built on confidence, purpose, and redefining what learning can look like.

Zahra Nawaz Tucker Findley Rebecca & Ryan Findley Amy Oswalt
Dystinct Journey

Issue 26: Universal Screening: A Temperature Check and Essential First Step in a Systematic Approach to Literacy Assessment | Dr Shelby Pollitt Members Public

Dr Shelby Pollitt outlines how universal screening serves as a crucial first step in identifying students at risk for literacy difficulties, enabling early intervention and more equitable access to support, while stressing the importance of ongoing assessment to guide effective instruction.

Dr Shelby Pollitt
Dr Shelby Pollitt
Evidence Matters

Issue 26: Mummy, What’s Dyslexia? How to Talk to Your Child About Their Diagnosis Without Breaking Their Confidence | Hannah Milton | Dyslexia LaunchPad Members Public

Hannah Milton, experienced teacher and dyslexia advocate, gently guides parents through talking to their child about a new dyslexia diagnosis, showing how honest, supportive conversations can build understanding and self-confidence from the very start.

Hannah Milton
Hannah Milton
Evidence Matters

Issue 26: Empowered by Dyslexia Struggles - My Passion to Help Others Thrive | Hannah Milton | Dyslexia LaunchPad Members Public

Hannah Milton, educator and dyslexia specialist, shares her journey from struggling student to passionate advocate, now supporting parents through Dyslexia Launchpad and her online community to help dyslexic children thrive.

Hannah Milton
Hannah Milton
First Person

Issue 26: Do You Know What It Takes to Create a Literate Brain? | Lori Josephson | Calling All Neurons! Members Public

Lori Josephson introduces her new book, Calling All Neurons!, which fills a critical gap by making the Science of Reading accessible to older students and adults through colourful neuron characters, engaging visuals, and practical insights that show creating a literate brain is a team effort.

Lori Josephson
Lori Josephson
Evidence Matters

Issue 26: Strength Beyond My Struggles | Darcy Byrne Members Public

Darcy Byrne, 15, from Canberra, Australia, opens up about her experience with dyslexia through a powerful poem and honest reflection.

Darcy Byrne Zahra Nawaz
Darcy Byrne / Zahra Nawaz
Dystinct Reflection

Issue 26: Debunking Three-Cueing: What I Got Wrong About Teaching Reading | Anna Geiger | The Measured Mom Members Public

Anna Geiger, the founder of The Measured Mom, reflects on how she once relied on the widely accepted but flawed three-cueing model to teach reading until she discovered it was not grounded in research. She shares the evidence that debunks three-cueing and offers practical guidance.

Anna Geiger
Anna Geiger
Evidence Matters

Issue 26: DNA In Action: Empowering the Next Generation of Dyslexic Achiever | Taylor Shay | Dyslexics Next Achievement Members Public

From pageants to advocacy, Taylor Shay’s journey with D.N.A. (Dyslexics Next Achievement) shows how her own struggles with dyslexia sparked a passion to help others, proving that with support and understanding, dyslexic students can shine in their own way.

Taylor Shay
Taylor Shay
First Person