Trusted by 500+ Families

Literacy support for kids who learn differently

We help struggling readers build real skills and the confidence that comes with them.

Now reading at grade level
Week 1
Week 12
6-week report
On track
Reading fluency
88%
Decoding accuracy
73%
Slight word recognition
91%
What actually works

What do struggling readers actually need?

Real experts

Teaching that matches how their brain works

Our therapists are Reading Specialists and CALT certified, the highest certification in reading instruction.

They've spent years learning how kids with learning differences read, why they struggle, and what actually helps.

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A different approach

Proven methods backed by real results

You've tried the worksheets. The extra practice. The reading apps. None of it stuck.

It's not your child. It's the approach. We use methods specifically designed for struggling readers, backed by decades of research and real results.

Actual Progress

Space to truly get it before moving forward

No artificial timelines. No rushing ahead before they're ready.

We don't move forward just to check boxes. Your child masters each skill before we build on it so the progress actually sticks. When they learn something here, they keep it.

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The reading accelerator

Everything your child needs to become a confident reader

We assess your child, find the gaps, build the plan, and match them with a certified therapist who knows how to help them.

A certified therapist – not a tutor

Your child works with a certified specialist trained specifically in how struggling readers learn.

A custom plan based on your child's assessment

No cookie-cutter curriculum. We assess where your child is, identify every gap, and build their learning path from there.

1:1 or small group sessions — 100% virtual

Structured sessions that fit your family's schedule. No commute. No waiting room. Materials shipped to your door.

Progress reports every 6 weeks

You'll never have to wonder if it's working. Every 6 weeks, you get documented proof of where your child started and how far they've come.

A mastery-based approach

Your child doesn't move forward until they truly understand each concept. No gaps. No guessing. No being pushed ahead before they're ready.

The 90-Day Confidence Guarantee

If your child hasn't shown measurable improvement within 90 days of consistent sessions, we'll adjust the plan and keep working for an extra 30 days — at no extra cost.

How it works

A clear path from day one

We assess where your child is, match them with the right program, and guide them forward with real support every step of the way.

Assessment

We start by understanding where your child is, what's clicking, what's not, and develop a personalized roadmap for their progress.

Enrollment

Based on the assessment, we enroll them in The Reading Accelerator and match them with a therapist.

Learning path

Your child builds skills step by step with a trained reading therapist and built-in progress measures to ensure mastery before moving forward.

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Reading assessment

Stop guessing why your child is struggling

Our assessment gives you a complete picture of where your child is, why they're struggling, and provides a clear roadmap on how to move them forward.

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Who it's for

From parents who are seeing real results

“My daughter went from scoring at low achievement in May to scoring at high achievement and growth in August! She was recognized for mastering concepts in reading just last week!”
Allison Smith
"Ms. Christie has helped Thomas overcome his dread of reading! We’ve done two sessions, and we all can already tell such a difference in not only his desire to read, but his growth.”
Jennifer Carpenter
“Dysconnections has been a blessing to our family! More importantly, my daughter is now reading independently and enjoying it!”
Megan Myatt
“For the first time ever, my son has associated reading with a positive feeling instead of it being tied up with frustration and defeat. I can see his confidence grow with each lesson he completes.”
Katie Spillar
“My son is eager to join the classes, he happily sets up his learning area for the day. To hear the laughter and the happiness in his voice when he is answering correctly or understanding is just absolute JOY for me!”
Melva Ramos
“From still struggling through simple CVC words in July to reading these sentences almost effortlessly, today! I’m so proud of Cora! Highly recommend Dysconnections for zoom small group tutoring!”
Mallory Richardson
“My daughter went from scoring at low achievement in May to scoring at high achievement and growth at the beginning of the school year in August! She was recognized for mastering concepts in reading just last week!”
Emily Segura

FAQs

How is this different from tutoring?

Tutors help with homework. We change how your child's brain processes reading. Our therapists are certified academic language therapists trained in structured methods designed specifically for dyslexic learners. It's not more practice—it's different instruction.

Do we need a formal diagnosis to start?

No. If your gut says something is off, that's enough. Many of our families waited years for evaluations or were told their child "doesn't quite qualify." We don't need a label to help your kid.

Will this actually work when nothing else has?

Most reading support isn't built for kids like yours, it's built for kids who just need more reps. Our methods are evidence-based and designed for brains that learn differently. That's why families come to us after tutoring, apps, and school interventions haven't moved the needle.

How long before we see results?

Every child is different, but most families notice changes in confidence and attitude within the first few weeks. Measurable reading progress typically shows up within a few months. You'll get progress reports every six weeks so you're never guessing.

My child is already overwhelmed. Will this just add more stress?

We get it, the last thing you want is another thing that feels like work. Our sessions are designed to build confidence, not drain it. Kids start to feel capable, not defeated. That shift changes everything.

Is virtual really as effective as in-person?

Yes. Our therapists are trained to deliver structured intervention virtually, and the research backs it up. Plus, virtual means no commute, no waiting rooms, and sessions that fit your family's actual life.