All-in-One Reading Supports

Below are 3 all-in-one reading accessibility tools.

Read & Write

Immersive Reader

Helperbird

Read and Write (for Google Chrome)

This is a wonderful extension that mirrors many of the CAASPP accessibility features in a similar layout to the assessment interface. This would feel familiar to a student with designated supports. This is a "freemium" feature, meaning it has some free features as well as a paid, premium service.

3 mins

Brief Overview

18 mins

Full Length Overview

Read&Write for Google Chrome™Boost reading and writing confidence across all types of content and devices, in class, at work, and at home!

Read&Write for Google ChromeGive your students access to the literacy support tools they need to succeed when working online or within Google files including Docs and Slides.

GUIDE-RW4GC-Quick-Reference-Guide-10.16.pdf

Immersive Reader

This is another amazing accessibility tool that supports reader variability. It's a Microsoft product, but it is also compatible with Google Chrome as an extension.

Immersive Reader-Microsoft Team

18 mins

Immersive Reader- Universal

3 mins

Use Immersive Reader on WebsitesSelect text, right-click, and Microsoft's Immersive Reader will help you read it

Digital Learning Tools, Immersive Reader | Microsoft EducationEmpower students of all abilities with digital learning tools from Microsoft Education. Our inclusive tools include math and writing apps, Immersive Reader, and more.

Helperbird

Helperbird is a great acessibility tool for reading and writing. Like Immersive Reader, it focuses on students with dyslexia but can support all struggling readers. It's a premium service with a fee.

Helper Bird Tutorial

3 mins

Helper Bird- Immersive Reader

3 mins

Literacy, Accessibility & Dyslexia Software | Helperbird | Helperbird.com Helperbird is a browser extension that gives you the features to make the web more accessible and you more productive. Providing you with dyslexia fonts, dyslexia support, text to speech, overlays, dyslexia ruler, immersive reader, reader mode, annotations and more.

*These tools are not promoted or endorsed by KCSOS. They are solely intended as considerations, or options for educators.

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