A learning disability (LD) is a disorder that affects a child’s ability to interpret what they see and hear or to link information from different parts of the brain. Here you’ll find lots of information about learning disabilities, including the most common LD — dyslexia, which is difficulty with language and reading.
Bilingual speech-language pathologist Dr. Cárdenas-Hagan discusses effective assessment and instruction strategies for ELLs with learning disabilities.
Browse our collection of books to help you continue to deepen your knowledge about reading, writing, and effective classroom instruction. You’ll also find books on reading motivation and reading aloud to children.