Webinar Discussion: Experts in Research and Health Science Explore Literacy Challenges and Solutions
Supporting Struggling Readers with Large Print Books
A recent large print efficacy study conducted by Dr. Julie A. Evans of Project Tomorrow displayed positive impacts on student reading skills and confidence in grades 4-12. The study, which involved 1,500 students and over 50 teachers and librarians, revealed that offering large print books can significantly reduce the stress associated with reading and enhances enjoyment in reading for students of varying abilities.
Particularly, the study found that large print books can help students with below-grade-level reading, at-grade-level readers, students diagnosed with ADHD, and English language learners. A Physician Assistant (PA), Health Sciences PhD, and mother, Amy Dix, experienced the benefits of large print firsthand with her son who has a visual processing disorder. After exhausting options to help him overcome his reading challenges, Dix found success with large print books.
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Julie A. Evans and Amy Dix, PhD, PA-C on May 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, to learn more about the positive impacts of large print books on developing readers. This Booklist webinar will demonstrate how easy it is to support literacy development for all students, regardless of their reading levels or learning differences, by offering books in large print.
During the webinar, you will have a chance to hear from the panelists about the improvements they've observed when readers try the large print format. Dr. Julie A. Evans is the CEO of ProjectTomorrow and has led research efforts on the impact of innovative learning models and interventions in both K-12 and higher education for over 20 years. Amy Dix is a Medical Science Liaison at Incyte with over two decades of experience as a clinician, physician assistant, clinical research investigator, and consultant, focusing on headache and multiple sclerosis.
Studies have shown that large print books offer various benefits for readers with reading difficulties, ADHD, visual processing issues, and English language learners. These include enhanced readability, improved engagement, reduced distractions, easier comprehension, an inclusive learning environment, and accessibility in special education settings. Offering large print books can significantly improve the reading experience for students with diverse needs, making learning more accessible and enjoyable. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the impact of large print books and how to support inclusive education! Register now to save your virtual seat for the May 29, 2025, webinar.
- Discussions about the benefits of large print books for diverse readers can extend to the realm of higher education, especially for students who may struggle with reading due to issues such as ADHD or visual processing disorders.
- The inclusion of large print books in education-and-self-development resources, such as textbooks or scholarly articles in science fields, could potentially boost the success rates of students with learning differences, leading to a more inclusive and equitable educational environment.
