Dyslexia reading tools
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Reading app designed for dyslexia: OpenDyslexic font, colored overlays, adjustable line spacing, syllable highlighting, and targeted fluency practice. Track WCPM weekly. Free.
That actually work.
Reading app for dyslexia
OpenDyslexic font. Colored overlays. Real progress tracking.
The reading app for dyslexia that your child might actually enjoy. OpenDyslexic and Lexend fonts, adjustable spacing, and colored overlays make reading comfortable. AI-powered WCPM tracking shows you what's working.
OpenDyslexic font, Lexend font, colored overlays, and research-backed WCPM scoring
Dyslexia reading support designed for how their brain works
Built-in accommodations and real progress tracking—so you know what's actually helping your child.
Accommodations that actually work
OpenDyslexic font, cream and blue overlays, adjustable letter spacing. Toggle them on with one click—no complicated setup. Reading doesn't have to hurt their eyes.
Proof that intervention is working
Track WCPM over time to see if Orton-Gillingham, Barton, or your chosen curriculum is making a measurable difference. Real numbers, not guesswork.
Practice that doesn't feel like punishment
Passages at the right level, text that's comfortable to read, and progress visible to your child. They can build confidence without the usual frustration.
Independent practice for exhausted parents
You've spent hours doing reading exercises together. Skills Lab lets them practice independently while you take a breath—with real-time feedback they can see.
From "Is anything helping?" to "I can see the progress"
A simple routine that fits your child's needs
- Set up accommodations. Choose OpenDyslexic or Lexend font. Pick a background color that reduces eye strain. Adjust letter spacing. Your settings apply everywhere—assessments and practice.
- Assess (60 seconds). Your child reads a passage with their preferred settings. Our AI listens and scores instantly—no stopwatch, no manual counting, no added stress.
- Practice independently. Skills Lab provides targeted practice—trouble words, phonics games, and modeled reading. All with the same dyslexia-friendly settings they chose.
- Track what's working. See WCPM trends over time. Know if your intervention curriculum is making a measurable difference. Celebrate the wins together.
No diagnosis needed. Just comfortable reading practice with real progress tracking.
We understand your concerns
Questions parents of struggling readers often ask—answered honestly
Not a replacement for therapy
ReadingFluency doesn't replace specialized intervention like Orton-Gillingham or working with a reading specialist. It's a complement—measuring progress and providing comfortable practice between sessions.
Costs less than one tutoring session
A reading specialist runs $100-200/hour. ReadingFluency is free for up to 2 children—with accommodations, progress tracking, and practice your child can do independently every day.
Practice that builds real skills
Yes, kids earn points. But every activity practices a research-backed skill—phonics patterns, sight words, fluent reading models. Engagement + skill-building, not empty gamification.
Research and sources
Hasbrouck, J., & Tindal, G. (2017). An update to compiled ORF norms. Technical Report No. 1702, Behavioral Research and Teaching, University of Oregon.
National Reading Panel (2000). Teaching Children to Read: An Evidence-Based Assessment of the Scientific Research Literature on Reading and Its Implications for Reading Instruction. National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
International Dyslexia Association (2002). Definition of Dyslexia. International Dyslexia Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ReadingFluency diagnose dyslexia?
No—ReadingFluency is a fluency assessment and practice tool, not a diagnostic program. Consult a qualified specialist if you suspect dyslexia. However, our WCPM data can be valuable documentation when seeking evaluation or demonstrating progress to schools. Many families use ReadingFluency to track whether interventions and accommodations are producing measurable reading improvement.
What is OpenDyslexic font and why does it help?
OpenDyslexic is a free font designed for dyslexic readers with weighted letter bottoms that help prevent visual rotation of letters like b/d and p/q. While research shows mixed results, many dyslexic readers report it reduces reading fatigue and errors. You can toggle it on with one click in ReadingFluency. We also offer Lexend font, which is optimized for letter spacing and readability.
Can I use this alongside Orton-Gillingham or Barton?
ReadingFluency works alongside any structured literacy program—use it to measure whether your chosen intervention is producing real fluency gains. Many families pair us with Orton-Gillingham, Barton, Wilson, or similar programs and use WCPM tracking to demonstrate progress over time. ReadingFluency is not a curriculum—it's the assessment and practice tool that shows whether your approach is working.
My child gets overwhelmed by too much text. Does this help?
Yes—ReadingFluency offers increased letter and word spacing, colored background overlays, and dyslexia-friendly fonts to reduce visual stress. You can change the background color to cream or blue (which reduces visual stress for many readers), toggle increased spacing, and choose from three font options. These accommodations make the reading experience less overwhelming for sensitive readers.
Is the AI accurate when my child mispronounces words due to dyslexia?
Every score is reviewable—you can correct the transcription. The system also flags common dyslexic patterns like reversals. For dyslexic readers, common patterns like reversals (saying 'was' for 'saw') are detected and categorized. The goal is useful data to track progress, not perfection. You can always review the transcription and make corrections when needed.
How is this different from Lexia or Learning Ally?
Different tools for different purposes—Lexia is a curriculum, Learning Ally provides audiobooks, and ReadingFluency is fluency assessment with accommodated practice. We're often used alongside these tools, not instead of them. ReadingFluency provides the objective WCPM tracking that shows if your overall approach is working, with built-in dyslexia accommodations (OpenDyslexic font, overlays, spacing) for comfortable assessment and practice.
Can I use WCPM data for IEP meetings?
Many parents use ReadingFluency progress reports to document reading growth for IEP meetings, 504 plans, and homeschool evaluations. The data shows WCPM trends over time, which is exactly what specialists and schools want to see. Reports include dated scores, benchmark comparisons, and measurable growth—professional documentation without weeks of prep.