One step towards an inclusive, accessible library for everyone is working towards creating a dyslexia-friendly library space and collection. There are a few simple tweaks that anyone can take to benefit library users of all ages. Consider using OpenDyslexic or another good font for people with dyslexia for signage and instructions in any take and make kits you might be making. OpenDyslexic is a free typeface designed to improve readability. Other good fonts are Helvetica, Courier, Arial, Verdana, and Comic Sans. Italics actually decrease readability and should be avoided if possible. To read more on font readability, try this 2013 research paper called Good Fonts for People with Dyslexia.
Several years ago, Brianne Mintz wrote an article for Everyday Advocacy on Creating Dyslexic-Friendly Children's Libraries. Another useful document is the Dyslexia Resource Guide for Families from Read On Arizona, while created as a guide for families, it contains helpful information for those serving youth in libraries.
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