Dyslexia Basics Presentation and Simulation

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Social Gathering
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on September 2, 2025 @ 9:00am.
  • A library card is required to register for this event.

Program Description

Event Details

This presentation by Everyone Reading Illinois provides a basic understanding of dyslexia, including information on such topics as the underlying deficit areas for students with dyslexia and how they appear in the classroom, early literacy screening, effective interventions, appropriate accommodations, and helpful resources. 

The presentation is followed by a dyslexia simulation, which is a hands-on experience designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations people with dyslexia encounter daily.

Families are encouraged to attend. 

This is a hybrid event with the option to participate in person or on Zoom. Online participants will receive the Zoom link in their confirmation email.

If you have questions about this event after registration has closed, please email the events team or call the library at 847-673-7774.

Keyword(s): ADA35

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations, call the library at 847-673-7774. Find out more about our accessibility services.