Dyslexia is best understood as a persistent difficulty reading and spelling. Sutherland Shire Libraries offer a range of books and materials for people who are affected by dyslexia and learning difficulties.
Our dyslexic-friendly collection is tailored to assist people with dyslexia, as well as their parents and carers.
What are dyslexic-friendly books?
Dyslexic-friendly books are specially designed to help people with dyslexia, with clear, easy-to-read fonts like OpenDyslexic, extra spacing between lines, and cream-colored paper to reduce glare.
You can find dyslexic-friendly books, including decodable readers, in the library catalogue by searching for the for the term: dyslexic friendly.
Browse dyslexic-friendly books
Explore our dyslexic-friendly books online on our catalogue today.
eBooks
Accessible eBooks allow users to display text in a dyslexic-friendly typeface (OpenDyslexic) and adjust several layout options, such as text size, line spacing, margins, and more.
The following eBook platforms offer dyslexic friendly display options and can be borrowed 24/7 using your library card.
Borrowbox
Libby
Hoopla
Indyreads
Gale ebooks
Audiobooks
Audiobooks are a useful reading alternative for people with dyslexia. It removes the decoding barrier of traditional reading, instead allowing individuals to focus on content and narrative while developing their comprehension, vocabulary and confidence.
The following digital platforms offer audiobook options for readers and can be borrowed any time with your library card.