Resources

Explore tools and resources to best support your child with their learning

Reading - books, comics, graphic novels

Barrington Stoke

Does your child struggle to read due to dyslexia or visual stress? Are they reluctant to engage with books or read for pleasure? We work with the best writers and illustrators to publish super-readable, accessible books that help every child experience the joy of reading. 

Simple Words Books

Traditional chapter books can frustrate struggling readers who work hard to learn phonics skills their peers master easily.     Our decodable books use words taught at early levels so striving readers can enjoy ‘big‐kid’ books with engaging and fun stories that build vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.

Dave Pilkey 

Dav Pilkey, author of Captain Underpants and Dogman, was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia as a child. He was sent out of class to the corridor by his teachers for being so disruptive. With his passion for drawing, here he came up with the early stories for todays popular comic book series!

Reading - online 

Epic Books 

Instantly access over 40,000 of the best books & videos for kids on Epic. 

Fuel curoisity & reading confidence.

Teach your Monster to Read

Reading for fun - free book reading game or kids.

Reading - Nessy

Writing - typing skills

Writing - handwriting tools

Explore different pencil grips which support correct finger placement and comfort

Pens, pencils, writing aids

A handy tool to ensure finger spaces between

Assistive technology

Read&Write for Google Chrome

Read&Write Texthelp Toolbar

Boost reading and writing confidence across all types of content and devices, in class, at work and at home!

Install Read&Write on your device

All children in Aberdeen City should be able to access the toolbar when they login to their Google Account. 

Read&Write toolbar Thinglink

Read&Write  Quick reference guide for tools

Read&Write Support Tools for Learners with Dyslexia

Apps recommended by CALL Scotland

ipad-apps-for-learners-with-dyslexia.pdf

CALL Scotland - ipad apps

iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties 

chromebook-apps-and-extensions-for-learners-with-dyslexia.pdf

CALL Scotland - Chromebook apps

iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties 

android-apps-for-learners-with-dyslexia.pdf

CALL Scotland - Android apps

iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties