International Dyslexia Association - Long Island Branch

01/15/2026

New year, same meetings? SEPTAs don't forget that IDA Long Island is here as your go to experts. Invite us to your next meeting!

Contact IDALIB Contact Information Your Name Your Email Subject Your Message Δ Contact Information Email: info@lidyslexia.com or dr.concettar@gmail.comPhone: (631) 944-2065Fax: (631) 223-1711 Parents Teachers Students

01/12/2026

ICYMI our very own, Dr. Russo, was featured in Newsday over the winter break shining a light on the new State Dyslexia Center that will create a statewide approach for collecting and sharing best practices for Dyslexia and Dysgraphia. See Dr. Russo's feature below!

12/31/2025

A new year is a fresh start, and it’s a great time to set goals that build confidence, reduce stress, and celebrate strengths. Here are a few realistic, empowering resolutions for 2025:

📚 For Students:

🌟 Try one new reading strategy: whether it’s audiobooks, colored overlays, or chunking text.

✍️ Write a little every week: a journal, a story, even a list. Growth comes from practice, not perfection.

💬 Ask for help when you need it: advocating for yourself is a superpower.

💛 Be kind to yourself: progress looks different for everyone, and that’s okay.

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents:

🤝 Celebrate effort over grades: hard work matters more than perfection.

🗣️ Keep communication open: talk with teachers, specialists, and most importantly, your child.

📅 Build routines that support learning: consistent study times and organized spaces reduce stress.

🌱 Highlight their strengths: creativity, problem-solving, big-picture thinking, resilience.

✨ This year, let’s focus on growth, confidence, and the reminder that every learner moves at their own pace, and every step forward counts.

Happy New Year from all of us! 💙📖

12/22/2025

🔥 Myth: “People with dyslexia aren’t smart.”
✅ Fact: Dyslexia has zero connection to intelligence. Many brilliant thinkers, creators, and innovators are dyslexic.

12/17/2025

📚Looking for reading activities for winter break? Reading Rockets has no shortage of exercises, tips, tricks and videos to help your determined, growing reader!

Explore reading basics as well as the key role of background knowledge and motivation in becoming a lifelong reader and learner. Watch our PBS Launching Young Readers series and try our self-paced Reading 101 course to deepen your understanding.

12/15/2025

Looking for meaningful, confidence-boosting gifts for a student with dyslexia? Here are some great picks that support learning and celebrate their strengths:

🧠 Dyslexia-Friendly Books
High-interest, low-frustration reads with clear fonts and spacing help make reading enjoyable and accessible.

⌨️ Assistive Tech Tools
Speech-to-text apps, reading pens, and audiobook subscriptions can open new doors for independence and learning.

🖍️ Colored Overlays & Reading Guides
Simple tools that make reading more comfortable and reduce visual stress.

🎧 Noise-Canceling Headphones
Perfect for helping students focus during homework, reading time, or study sessions.

📓 Graphic Novels & Illustrated Stories
Great for building literacy skills without overwhelming text.

🗂️ Organizational Helpers
Fun planners, visual schedules, and color-coded folders help keep things on track.

🧩 Strength-Building Games
Puzzles, strategy games, and brain teasers strengthen problem-solving and confidence.

💛 Encouragement Cards or Positive Affirmation Decks
A daily reminder that their strengths, creativity, and perseverance matter.

🎨 Creative Outlets
Sketchbooks, art kits, or music tools allow students to express themselves and shine in areas where they naturally thrive.

12/12/2025

From “I can’t do this” to published author. ✨

Kendra Thomas grew up thinking she wasn’t “smart enough” because of dyslexia and ADD. Today she’s a principal, playwright, and writer working on her fourth book.

Her story reminds us: growth takes time, support matters, and struggle is not weakness. 💪💛

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12/11/2025

🚨Calling all SEPTAs! 🚨

Looking for a specific Dyslexia subject matter expert for your next meeting? Look no further than the Long Island Branch of IDA. We’re here to help you!

Don’t know who to contact – reach out here ⬇️

Contact IDALIB Contact Information Your Name Your Email Subject Your Message Δ Contact Information Email: info@lidyslexia.com or dr.concettar@gmail.comPhone: (631) 944-2065Fax: (631) 223-1711 Parents Teachers Students

11/10/2025

Thank you to all who attended our October 24th event! It was great to spend a Friday with so many educators and supporters learning how to further our skill sets with Dyslexia to help all children thrive!

Missed out this time? Stay tuned for more event announcements, you won't want to miss our next one!

10/30/2025

Fall is a perfect time to mix seasonal fun with activities that support reading, creativity, and confidence.

Here are a few ideas for children of all ages to enjoy this season:
🎃 Pumpkin Storytelling – Let kids decorate a pumpkin and give it a name, then help them create a short story about it.
🍎 Apple-Picking Word Hunt – At an orchard or even in your backyard, write simple words on paper apples. Have kids “pick” and read them aloud.
📚 Cozy Read-Alouds – Pick high-interest fall-themed books and enjoy them together as a family. (Audiobooks count!)
🌲 Nature Walk Journals – Collect leaves, acorns, or pinecones, then draw or write about them in a nature journal.

10/28/2025

Halloween should be fun for every child! For kids with dyslexia, activities like pumpkin carving, costume creativity, or sensory-friendly games can be a great way to enjoy the season without stress.

✨ Tips for a dyslexia-friendly Halloween:
🧡 Focus on hands-on fun (pumpkins, crafts, costumes)
🧡 Try read-aloud Halloween stories or audiobooks
🧡 Keep written instructions simple and use visuals when possible
🧡 Celebrate creativity over “perfect” spelling in games or signs

Let’s make Halloween full of joy, confidence, and spooky fun for all kids! 🕸️🍬