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WHAT IS DYSLEXIA?

Hull & East Yorkshire's only registered charity for dyslexia.

What is Dyslexia?

A specific learning difficulty that primarily affects the ability to learn to read and spell.

  • Dyslexia primarily affects the ability to read fluently and spell confidently, but it can affect people in different ways and at different stages of their life.
  • Dyslexic people are often resourceful and determined, meaning they find ways to overcome the challenges they face, but some need more support with this than others.
  • Dyslexia involves difficulties with dealing with the sounds of words, which can make it especially hard to learn to use phonics to read words.
  • Dyslexic individuals often have challenges with short-term and working memory, which can make it hard to retain information, follow instructions, and to do things like mental arithmetic.

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Dyslexia Journey
May 29, 2025

Sparks Tuition Student Secures BAE Systems Apprenticeship

Specialist support from Dyslexia Sparks helped Lillie build confidence and  improve communication skills leading to success in her BAE Systems apprenticeship interview. We’re proud to share the success of one…
Blog
May 16, 2025

Introducing The Sparks Board of Trustees

Meet the Sparks Trustees Behind Our Charity At Dyslexia Sparks, our mission is to ensure that every dyslexic individual is fully understood, supported, and empowered to reach their potential. Behind…
Blog
April 29, 2025

Together We Shine: Sparks Learning Festival Recap

Celebrating Neurodiversity in Hull. A Day of Connection, Support, and Learning 🌟 What an incredible day! 🌟 On Saturday the team came together to deliver the Sparks Learning Festival in…
Blog
March 27, 2025

Books to Inspire Dyslexic Readers

Dyslexia-friendly books - finding the right books to encourage reading At Dyslexia Sparks, we’re passionate about reading - not just because it’s an essential life skill that makes daily tasks…