{"id":6640,"date":"2026-06-16T15:56:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T15:56:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=6640"},"modified":"2026-06-16T15:56:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T15:56:07","slug":"learning-disability-week-2026-how-epic-empowers-every-child-to-be-a-reader","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/learning-disability-week-2026-how-epic-empowers-every-child-to-be-a-reader\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning Disability Week 2026: How Epic Empowers Every Child to Be a Reader"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Learning Disability Week 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From June 15\u201321, 2026<\/strong>, we celebrate Learning Disability Week<\/strong>, an annual awareness week dedicated to recognizing, supporting and celebrating people with learning disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year’s Learning Disability Week theme is “Do You See Me?”<\/strong>\u2014a powerful reminder that people with learning disabilities deserve to be seen, heard and valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every child’s path to literacy is unique. At Epic, we’re dedicated to creating accessible reading experiences that help children explore books, strengthen their skills and grow their confidence as readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Child Deserves Access<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Epic Educator Ambassador Allison Graves <\/strong><\/em>shared how access to read-aloud support can make a meaningful difference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Prior to utilizing Epic, I know myself and other teachers challenged to provide high-quality text read aloud to students. It is vital that all students have access to hearing higher-level literature for vocabulary. Epic allows me to provide opportunities for students to listen to both informational and fiction texts to make sure regardless of reading level or disability students can access the content.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When students can access content through tools that support their individual needs, they gain more opportunities to build knowledge and strengthen literacy skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Epic Supports Accessible Reading<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Accessible reading tools can help remove barriers and give more children opportunities to engage with books independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epic offers features designed to support a variety of reading needs, including Read-To-Me books, which combine professional narration with highlighted text. We also have a huge library of  audiobooks for listening on the go. Speech-to-text search on iOS makes it easier for children to find books using voice commands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Speech-language pathologist and Epic Educator Ambassador Kate Ramacciotti has seen the impact of these tools firsthand in her work with students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I absolutely love the audiobook versions, particularly the engaging narration of The Magic School Bus <\/em>series<\/a>, which I often recommend to families as a wonderful way to build listening and language skills during car rides or as part of a bedtime routine. This platform blends literacy, learning and engagement beautifully, and it has been a powerful tool in helping my students make meaningful progress.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kate’s experience highlights how accessible reading tools can help children engage with stories, build literacy skills and grow in confidence. To learn more, read Reading Without Barriers: A Speech-Language Pathologist on Epic’s Accessibility Tools<\/em><\/a>, where Kate shares how she uses Epic’s accessibility features to support learners with diverse needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporting Confidence Through Choice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Every successful reading experience helps build confidence. By giving children different ways to access books, we can help them discover what works best for them and build lasting reading habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epic also offers a collection of Dyslexia-Friendly books<\/strong>, including the popular Unicorn Island<\/em> <\/a>series. Designed with accessibility in mind, these books feature fonts and layouts that can help make reading more comfortable for children with dyslexia and other reading challenges. By providing engaging stories in formats that support diverse learning needs, Epic helps more children experience success with reading, build confidence and develop a lifelong love of books.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Every Reader Deserves to Feel Seen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning Disability Week is an opportunity to celebrate the unique strengths and learning journeys of all children. With accessible learning tools and engaging content, Epic helps more children build reading confidence, develop new skills and feel empowered as readers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to explore? Try Epic for free<\/a> to find stories that match every reader’s interests and needs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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\n \u25b6<\/span> What is Learning Disability Week 2026?<\/summary>\n
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Learning Disability Week is an annual awareness week dedicated to recognizing, supporting and celebrating people with learning disabilities. In 2026, it takes place from June 15\u201321 and is centered around the theme “Do You See Me?”<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> Why is Learning Disability Week important for educators and families?<\/summary>\n
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Learning Disability Week helps raise awareness about the different ways children learn and highlights the importance of creating inclusive learning experiences where every child feels supported, valued and empowered.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> What accessibility features does Epic offer?<\/summary>\n
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Epic offers several accessibility features, including Read-To-Me books, Dyslexia-Friendly books, audiobooks and speech-to-text search on iOS. These tools help children access stories and learning in ways that work best for them.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> How can Read-To-Me books and audiobooks support young readers?<\/summary>\n
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Read-To-Me books combine professional narration with highlighted text, while audiobooks allow children to listen to stories and informational texts. Both options can help children build confidence, engage with books and develop a positive relationship with reading.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n

\n \u25b6<\/span> How does Epic support children with different learning needs?<\/summary>\n
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Epic provides access to thousands of books, audiobooks, Read-To-Me titles, Dyslexia-Friendly books and educational videos, giving children multiple ways to explore stories, build literacy skills and discover the joy of reading.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n