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Davis Dyslexia Association International (DDAI) provides information and training about our innovative approach to dyslexia, and referrals to qualified Davis method providers.

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How does your child think?

Posted on March 6, 2020February 29, 2020 by DDAI

A short video about the differences between word-based and visual thinking, produced by Davis Facilitator Brenda Baird.

Focus on a French Facilitator

Posted on February 21, 2020February 21, 2020 by DDAI

This French-language video shows Davis Facilitator Sophie Renon at work with a client, and includes on overview of her work

I Am Dyslexia (Animated Film)

Posted on January 31, 2020January 19, 2020 by DDAI

This award-winning film by Norwegian artist and educator Mads Johan Øgaard, inspired by his own struggles and feelings as a

Dyslexic Strengths, from Made By Dyslexia

Posted on January 3, 2020January 4, 2020 by DDAI

Made by Dyslexia is a global charity led by successful dyslexics. They work to help the world understand dyslexia by

Advice from a Literacy Problem Solver

Posted on December 27, 2019December 10, 2019 by DDAI

In this 30 minute interview, author and educator Lois Letchford shares her insights and unique approach to helping dyslexic schoolchildren

Dyslexic Legends Alphabet Book

Posted on November 22, 2019November 5, 2019 by DDAI

This is a fun and informative way to explore the accomplishments of dyslexic achievers. To learn more, visit the publisher’s

It was almost magical!

Posted on November 8, 2019October 23, 2019 by DDAI

A mother describes the changes she saw in her daughter after completing a Davis program with Davis Facilitator Tracy Doyle

IQ & Dyslexia

Posted on November 1, 2019October 9, 2019 by DDAI

This short video from Edutopia.org provides an excellent overview of research evidence tied to IQ, reading, and dyslexia – and

My daughter is now proud to be dyslexic

Posted on October 11, 2019September 18, 2019 by DDAI

A British mother shares her observations of changes in her young daughter following a Davis program.

From Learning to Read to Reading to Learn

Posted on September 27, 2019September 27, 2019 by DDAI

When reading gets harder: the transition from “learnng to read” to “reading to learn.”

Happy to read

Posted on September 20, 2019September 6, 2019 by DDAI

In this video, Ellen and her mom discuss their experiences with the Davis Dyslexia Correction program. Ellen worked with Davis

How Dyslexia Happens

Posted on September 6, 2019October 11, 2019 by DDAI

An animated video inspired by “How Dyslexia Happens” from the book The Gift of Dyslexia