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Rethinking dyslexia

Dec 9, 2025
23 mins

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Children with dyslexia are often misunderstood — but what if their struggles in school are actually signs of unique strengths? We visit a pioneering school in Kenya that’s transforming education for dyslexic students where children learn through sound, movement and visual tools. And in the UK, we attend a business event with a difference held by the charity Made By Dyslexia — where employers and campaigners celebrate dyslexic strengths like creativity and problem-solving.

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Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer/reporter: Janet Ball Kenya reporter: Michael Kaloki Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Hal Haines

(Image: Students at the Rare Gem Talent School, Kitengela, Kenya)

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