Did you know that our brains were not designed to read?Evolution has hardwired us to speak, but not to read or write.
Reading is a relatively recent cultural invention, and our brains must actually rewire themselves to master it.When we understand this, it becomes clear that dyslexia is a socially constructed difference. In societies where information was passed down orally, a learner with dyslexia would not struggle significantly in daily life or feel isolated.
Dyslexia only becomes a challenge in cultures that rely heavily on written language.With this in mind, instead of dwelling on a label that depends on the social context, it is far more productive to focus our energy and resources on making learning accessible to them.