AXMINSTER Library has been lucky enough to secure funding from Axminster Care Services to create "Dyslexia Friendly Backpacks" which will be borrowable to local families.
On Thursday, October 17, the library launches the backpacks for the first time.
Initially, the library will have three different "Dyslexia Friendly Backpacks" for different ages: 0-5, 5-8 and 8-12 which will contain games, coloured overlays, parent/carer support books, electronic reading pens, headphones and lots of dyslexia friendly books.
A spokesperson for the library said: "Our Dyslexia Friendly Backpacks will contain a variety of resources to support families and children with dyslexia.
"We are really excited about this project and would like to invite you to our Dyslexia Friendly Backpack LAUNCH DAY."
The Launch Day will take place from 2pm at Axminster Library.
This invite is open to anyone who may be interested in attending.
These backpacks will be borrowable for up to 3 weeks free of charge to families in Axminster and surrounding areas.
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