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The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor

by Tracy Young, Orton Gillingham Tutor, Dyslexia Specialist & Mom of a Dyslexic Kid

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About the show

If you’re raising a child with dyslexia or a kid who’s struggling to read, write, and spell, stop guessing what to do next. I’m Tracy Young, a certified Orton-Gillingham tutor, dyslexia specialist, and this podcast will empower you to unlock reading, writing, and spelling success for your child. You’ll uncover structured literacy tips and practical advice about dyslexia (in plain English) to help you turn I can't into I can. Follow our weekly episodes and share them with others! Contact TheLiteracyKeys.com for a dyslexia tutor.

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Publisher: Tracy Young, Orton Gillingham Tutor, Dyslexia Specialist & Mom of a Dyslexic Kid
Genre: Kids & Family
Releases: Weekly
Typical length: 28 min
Latest episode: October 22, 2026

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