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
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!
All children in Aberdeen City should be able to access the toolbar when they login to their Google Account.
Read&Write toolbar Thinglink
Apps recommended by CALL Scotland
CALL Scotland - ipad apps
iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties
CALL Scotland - Chromebook apps
iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties
CALL Scotland - Android apps
iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia/ Reading and Writing Difficulties