What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterized by difficulty in reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words. Also called specific learning difficulties, dyslexia is a common learning difficulty in children. Dyslexia – Indicators in Children There are several indicators that a child may be experiencing specific learning difficulties (dyslexia). However, only a few may apply to your child. This is not an exclusive list but will help parents identify some of the signs. The child has always seemed to be of at least average intelligence outside the school situation. He/ She have a far greater difficulty than other children i