Reluctant And Dyslexic Readers

Breaking down barriers to reading

Does your child struggle to read due to dyslexia or visual stress? Are they reluctant to engage with books or read for pleasure? Barrington Stoke Publishing works with the best writers and illustrators to publish super-readable, accessible books that help every child experience the joy of reading.

What makes Barrington Stoke books different?

The Design

• Unique, dyslexia-friendly font to make reading easier.
• Accessible layouts and spacing to stop the page from becoming overcrowded.
• Off-white, heavier paper to help reduce visual stress.

The Stories

• Unpatronizing content matched to the age of the reader not their reading level.
• Expertly edited to ensure comprehension and accessibility.
• Short books and chapters to help build confidence and stamina.

The Authors

• Award-winning authors and illustrators ensure fantastic stories across all genres.
• Bestselling names that readers will recognise.
• A perfect stepping stone to other books from the same authors.

How do I choose the right book for my child/pupil?

Barrington Stoke books are hi lo (high interest, low abilty), meaning the content is appropriate to the age of the reader but the text is edited to suit a lower reading age.Our reading ages (RAs) range from 6 to 8+ and our interest ages (IAs) from 3+ to Teen. When you view any title on our website you will find the RA and IA listed. If you don’t know your child’s reading age, ask them to look at the samples and cover any words they can’t read with a finger. If they cover more than five words per page, assume it is too difficult for them right now.

READING SAMPLES

You can download sample pages to try with your child below. If you don’t know your child’s reading age, ask them to look at the samples and cover any words they can’t read with a finger. If they cover more than five words per page, assume it is too difficult for them right now.

For over 20 years Barrington Stoke have been publishing super-readable books to help every child unlock a love of reading. Alongside award-winning and engaging stories from the best writers, Barrington Stoke books contain a whole host of specialist features designed to help dyslexic and reluctant readers.

Did you know:

  • that black text on white paper can hurt sensitive eyes, while off-white paper helps?
  • that careful spacing between letters and lines can help new and struggling readers?
  • that justified text can mean readers get lost on the page?
  • that many young readers feel more confident about opening a book if it has clear, manageable chapters to give natural ‘rest’ breaks?
  • that illustration can help to carry the story forward and help struggling readers if they lose their place?
  • that research has shown boys prefer books of 100 pages or under?

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