Screening for Reading Impairments

 
 

As a research lab, we do not provide clinical care, such as screening and diagnosis of dyslexia or other language-based learning disabilities. We acknowledge the importance of screening and early intervention and have provided helpful screening tools and advice.

If you are interested in presentations related to reading development, dyslexia, or screening for early literacy milestones, please visit our Events page.

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Early Literacy Screening Tools

The Gaab Lab offers a carefully curated, comprehensive list of early literacy screening tools. Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately, due to recent cuts in federal funding to Harvard University, staffing in the Gaab Lab has been significantly impacted and we no longer have the personnel to update and monitor this list. If you found this list of screeners useful and would like to see this resource return to our website, please consider donating. We greatly appreciate any amount of donation and support during these uncertain times!

 
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dyslexia resource packet

We created a Dyslexia Resource Packet that includes recommended readings, websites, and contact information for professionals in Massachusetts who work with children who learn differently. We provide resources on advocacy and access, homework helpers, educational games, and more.

 
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early literacy screener study

We have recently completed a study through which we developed a 15-20 minute app that uses a gamified, interactive storyline to assess a child on early literacy milestones that can predict subsequent reading outcome and risk to develop dyslexia. Click the link below to learn more.