SpeechAbility, LLC

05/30/2025

🌍✨ Find Your People. Fuel the Mission. Change the World. ✨🌍

The world gets better when we come together around a shared purpose. Whether you're a parent, educator, advocate, or lifelong learner—finding an organization that aligns with your needs and values can be transformational.

At the International Dyslexia Association Kansas-Missouri, we believe that knowledge leads to empowerment. We’re here to support YOU—with resources, community, and a mission rooted in structured literacy, dyslexia awareness, and real-world impact.

💡 If you’re passionate about literacy, equity, and helping every student succeed…
We’re your people. 💬

Let’s move the needle together—
👉 Join us today: bit.ly/idaksmomember

International Dyslexia Association

05/30/2025

📚 Dyslexia Does Not Discriminate 🌍

Dyslexia affects people of all backgrounds—and it doesn’t stop brilliance.

🎨✍️ Meet Dav Pilkey, the bestselling author and illustrator behind Captain Underpants and Dog Man. As a child, Dav struggled with ADHD and dyslexia. He was often sent out of class for being disruptive—and yet, those moments became the spark for the characters that kids around the world now adore.

His story is proof:
🚫 Dyslexia is not a measure of intelligence.
✅ With the right support, students with dyslexia can thrive—and even change the world.

Let’s rewrite the narrative.
Let’s make sure every student has the tools they need to succeed.
Join Us - bit.ly/idaksmomember Dyslexia Association

05/30/2025

🌟 Dyslexia Doesn’t Hold You Back—It Sets You Apart 🌟

Did you know that Whoopi Goldberg, award-winning actress, comedian, and author, has dyslexia?

Growing up, she was often misunderstood and mislabeled. She struggled in school—not because she wasn’t smart, but because she learned differently. It wasn’t until later in life that she discovered she had dyslexia.

Despite those early challenges, Whoopi went on to become one of only 18 people in the world to achieve EGOT status (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony winner)! 🏆🎭🎤📚

Her story reminds us:
💡 Dyslexia does not define intelligence.
💪 With understanding and support, dyslexic individuals can accomplish incredible things.

Let’s continue to spread awareness, break the stigma, and empower every learner to find their path to greatness.
JOIN US! bit.ly/idaksmomember International Dyslexia Association

05/30/2025

Membership Myth Buster: Think IDA is only for educators? Nope! Parents, advocates, and professionals can all join. Sign up today! https://bit.ly/idaksmomember International Dyslexia Association

08/15/2019

Back to school can be a stressful time for many of our kiddos. This article from IDA gives tips on how to ease back in.

Get the Jump on Back-to-School Reading with These Top TipsIDA is partnering with like-minded organizations to further promote literacy, advocacy and provide services for people with dyslexia. Recently, IDA began a partnership with Learning Ally, who specializes in making reading accessible for all!....

06/29/2016

It is a good start...
New law mandates dyslexia screening in Missouri public schools http://goo.gl/4sal8G

Parents of children with dyslexia say hope the new law will lead to earlier detection and better intervention.

01/31/2016

By: Michael Ryan, M.D. and International Dyslexia Association Do emotional disorders cause dyslexia? Research indicates that dyslexia is caused by biological factors not emotional or family problem…

09/04/2015

On September 8, let’s show the world the importance of literacy by celebrating International Literacy Day. Join with communities around the world to raise awareness for those who cannot read or write. Check out ILA’s International Literacy Day ideas at http://www.literacyworldwide.org/about-us/news-events/international-literacy-day/get-the-activity-kit
Share your ideas and celebrations in your comments!

07/28/2015

For in-depth information on dyslexia, go to:
www.BrightSolutions.US
or www.BartonReading.com

02/26/2015

Allison Van Klaveren Winters
3 mins · Shawnee, KS
Have you ever wondered if your child or grandchild is developing adequate speech and language skills? What about their reading ability at school? What should children be "doing" at this age? Isn't school just going to take care of it or let me know if there is a problem? If you have ever asked yourself any of these questions I would love to help you out! I am a licensed speech-language therapist and I believe the ability to communicate is one of the most important things we possess! Check out my website for some great tips and milestones. www.speechabilityllc.com

Speech Therapy services for children in the Johnson County, KS area by Allison Winters. We provide one-to-one therapy services

08/06/2014

Is your child dreading going back to school because of all of the reading they have to do? Ask me about my dyslexia clinic!

07/09/2014

Check out our website: www.SpeechAbilityLLC.com for more information on your child's speech and language development!