About this episode
In this episode, Daniel Jones from The Aspie World shares five apps that help people with dyslexia read, write, and spell with more confidence. Many dyslexic learners struggle with text processing, spelling, and handwriting. Technology can reduce these barriers and support learning in a practical way.Dan walks through five tools that support speech to text, handwriting practice, spelling development, and guided reading. These apps work well for children, students, and adults who want extra support with literacy skills.The episode explains how each app works, who it helps, and why it can make daily reading and writing tasks easier.Key Topics CoveredSpeech To Text Using Built-In Phone ToolsModern smartphones include accessibility tools that convert speech into written text and read text aloud.How this helps people with dyslexia• Speak instead of typing when writing messages or notes• Highlight text and listen to the phone read it aloud• Reduce spelling stress when writingThese features exist in many native apps such as Notes on iPhone and similar tools on Android devices.Crazy Cursive AppCrazy Cursive teaches children how to write letters and words in cursive.What it helps with• Handwriting development• Letter formation practice• Word copying exercisesChildren can trace letters or full words to build muscle memory and writing confidence.Writing Wizard AppWriting Wizard helps users learn letter shapes and sounds through interactive tracing exercises.What makes it useful• Fun tracing activities• Reinforces letter shapes• Helps connect sounds with written lettersThis app focuses on print writing rather than cursive.Simplex Spelling AppSimplex helps users improve spelling skills while also learning how words are used in sentences.Key benefits• Spelling practice• Word context learning• Structured spelling exercisesUnderstanding how words appear in real sentences improves memory and comprehension.Me Books Reading AppMe Books is a reading app designed for children that includes built-in narration and interactive books.Features include• Audio support while reading• Preloaded children’s books• Familiar characters from popular genresThis helps children follow along while the app reads aloud.Apps Mentioned In This EpisodeSpeech To Text (native phone feature)Crazy CursiveWriting WizardSimplex SpellingMe BooksHelpful ResourcesTouch-type Read and Spell (TTRS)https://youtu.be/iLrz6RzXhXIHow to Dyslexia Technology Stackhttps://youtu.be/rXuwwdnX-Po8 Useful Apps to Help with Dyslexia
