Sounds feel tricky
Rhymes or first sounds can be hard to notice.
Spot It Early
Know the signs. Start support sooner.
Small signs can lead to big support.
Notice patterns across time.
Talk with a teacher.
Support can start now
Signs
Signs by age
Words take time
Learning new words or naming familiar things may take longer.
Signs are not a diagnosis. Other factors can affect reading. Speak with a qualified professional.
Screening
Early reading screening in Ontario
PPM 168, in plain words
Screen early. Plan support.
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Ontario screens Year 2 Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 2 students. The first screen is by mid-November. Students below benchmark have a second screen by mid-March. Screening guides support. It does not diagnose dyslexia.
Approved English tools: Acadience, aimswebPlus and Nelson. French: Acadience. Schools choose a ministry-approved tool.
Read PPM 168 ↗What next
What next?
1Notice signs
2Talk to the teacher
3Screen
4Support early
5Assess if needed
Resources
Adult reading history
Explore your reading history. This questionnaire is not a diagnosis.
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Ontario early reading screening
Read the rules for early reading screening and support.
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Possible signs of dyslexia
Explore signs across ages. Use them to start a conversation,...
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This is not a diagnosis. Only a qualified professional can assess dyslexia.