Reading support template – tricky words

Empower your learners to conquer challenging vocabulary with this versatile template designed specifically for dyslexic learners and children who struggle with reading.

What's included

• Subject-specific vocabulary support to help children break down and understand complex words they encounter across the curriculum
• Visual learning reinforcement that encourages children to link new words with images to strengthen understanding and recall
• Ready-to-use template that can be used across all primary subjects and topics

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How to use this resource

This template is a valuable tool for supporting dyslexic learners who often struggle with new vocabulary. It creates a structured approach to word-learning by encouraging children to segment unfamiliar words, understand their meanings and connect them with visual cues. Use it at the beginning of a new topic and have children gradually build their personal subject glossary. The visual component is particularly helpful for dyslexic learners who benefit from multi-sensory approaches to reinforce new learning.

Looking for more like this?

This vocabulary template is a sample from our comprehensive Dyslexia toolkit for primary teachers, designed to equip you with understanding, practical strategies and resources to support dyslexic learners in mainstream classrooms throughout key stage 1 and 2.