Typing and literacy support for students with dyslexia

A proven program to help children and young adults with dyslexia learn touch-typing skills, while strengthening reading and spelling abilities

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Having the hand and finger guide on the screen showing which keys to press, really worked for my son.

For my son, who finds writing physically painful and mentally quite difficult, being able to touch-type has been what works for him. In regards to TTRS, it ticks all of the boxes. It’s online, easy to access, fairly priced and has the added benefit of supporting reading and spelling skills too. My daughter has dyslexia and we’re looking forward to getting her started on the program next!

Carrie

Parent of a child with dyslexia and dyspraxia

What are the advantages of typing for individuals with dyslexia?

They can...

Produce clear, legible text
Typing helps create readable and formatted text, helping individuals with dyslexia express themselves and read back their own writing.
Access spelling and grammar tools
Using a computer for writing enables immediate spelling and grammar checks, supporting dyslexic learners with corrections.
Boost literacy with phonics-based learning
A phonics-based curriculum enhances decoding and spelling skills, offering a structured approach to literacy development.
Reduce anxiety and build stamina
Regular typing practice lowers anxiety, builds stamina, and helps dyslexic individuals gain confidence in their learning.
Boost self-esteem and confidence
Positive feedback from typing activities can significantly improve self-esteem and motivation, especially for those with a history of educational challenges.

Typing lesson with on-screen keyboard and hand guidance

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Touch-typing as part of a homeschool curriculum

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TTRS is designed for learners of every age and ability

Build more confidence and enhance your typing skills with each completed module

Learn keyboarding in a dyslexia-friendly way
TTRS is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of dyslexic learners, promoting confidence and ease in typing.
Boost spelling and improve reading fluency
Enhance spelling skills and reading fluency through a structured, supportive approach.
Build independence through self-directed learning
Encourage learners to progress at their own pace, building independence and confidence.

Student progress and score after completing a typing module

Typing lesson with on-screen keyboard and word practice

The TTRS platform offers typing, spelling and reading support in one course

Learn 4,500+ words
Master over 4,500 English words, building typing, reading, and spelling skills together.
Improve spelling with muscle memory
Develop muscle memory in the fingers to help with spelling.
Whole word approach from the start
Type whole words from Day 1; no confusing nonsense letter combinations
Structured, supported learning
Enjoy a step-by-step, supportive learning experience designed for success.

With Touch-type Read and Spell…

Typing, spelling, reading and writing support are bundled into one solution

Material is presented in bite-size chunks

Learning is multi-sensory

The initial focus is on accuracy vs. speed

Progress is displayed in easy-to-read charts and reports

Confidence and self-esteem develop

Over 30 years of expertise

TTRS provides a high-quality, phonics and spelling-based, online typing course that teaches touch-typing at the same time as developing the power of literacy.

Based on extensive research

Our course teaches typing skills in a unique, multi-sensory way by following a structured literacy curriculum. Core content is based on the work of Orton and Gillingham.

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TTRS empowers both kids and adults to build confidence and improve typing, reading and spelling skills

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Testimonials and reviews

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Linda, Parent of a 13-year-old with dyslexia

As a homeschool mom, you’re always looking for options, especially when you have a child who has a learning difficulty. I found Touch-type Read and Spell because I was searching for a program that would help my daughter learn to type and improve her spelling at the same time. TTRS has made a big difference in her literacy and typing skills, but what my daughter and I like best about the program is it doesn’t make her feel stupid.

Modules that teach sound patterns

I have a 14-year-old son who has just been given a diagnosis of dyslexia. I particularly like the way the words in TTRS are introduced and he gets to type similar words together - and similar sounds. This has made a bigger difference to his spelling than anything else I have tried over the years - there is definitely an improvement in both his spelling and his confidence in spelling.

Sarah, Parent of a teen with dyslexia