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Inspiring a love of reading. The home of award-winning assistive technology tools. 📚

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Big news: we’re moving! ✨ We’re bringing everything you love into one place – our global page! 🌍 💬 Your favourite updates 📖 Inspiring stories 🌟 Community highlights Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram to stay connected!
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Scanning Pens | 5,435 followers on LinkedIn. Supporting reading challenges at work, home and school with assistive technology. | Inspiring a love for reading. We are proud to be the exclusive...

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Scanning Pens. 13,084 likes · 2 talking about this. Inspiring a love for reading. 📖 We are proud to be the exclusive supplier of award-winning assistive ✨

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Left Behind: A story of hope and change! 🌟 Follow the inspiring journey of 5 mothers in NYC as they fight to create the first public school dedicated to children with learning differences. 🏫 youtube.com/watch?v=xdNwSsk6…

New documentary "Left Behind" shines light on children with dyslexia

Naomi Peña and Anna Toomey join CBS New York to discuss the film.

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The @Literacy_Trust reveals a decline in children reading for pleasure, with learning differences like dyslexia making reading feel out of reach. Tools that support independent reading can help remove barriers and rekindle the joy of books. 📚✨ bit.ly/3OjERPM

Report finds ‘shocking and dispiriting’ fall in children reading for pleasure

National Literacy Trust finds only 35% of eight to 18-year-olds enjoy reading in their spare time, a sharp drop on last year to the lowest figure yet recorded

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Literacy isn’t just about words—it’s the foundation for learning and opportunity. With the right tools and support, we can help these children build strong reading skills!📖 bit.ly/40Ttkyv
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Happy World Kindness Day! 💙🌍 Today’s all about those small gestures you can make to brighten someone’s day! Here are a few ideas to spread a little kindness ✨ #WorldKindnessDay #BeKind
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Dyscalculia, or “math dyslexia,” often goes unrecognised. This #MathsWeekUK, explore simple ways to make math less daunting for dyscalculic students. 🧮 🧠 🔗: bit.ly/3YSiHdK #MWE2024 #DyscalculiaSupport
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Proud moment! Our Co-founder, @Jackthetweet, has stepped into the role of Chairman of the @BATAOnline! 🌟 This new chapter strengthens our mission for accessible education and literacy support for all. Stay tuned—big things are coming! 📚✨ #AssistiveTech #InclusiveEducation
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We love stories like this! Books on the Hill Press is making reading accessible with dyslexia-friendly books. 💙 Because reading isn’t just for learning—it’s for joy and discovery! 📖✨ bit.ly/3AjoSy1 #ReadingForAll #Dyslexia #Accessibility
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Dyslexia affects 1 in 10 children, yet up to 80% in the UK remain undiagnosed!🚨 Spotting early signs—like struggles with phonics or following instructions—can lead to the support they need. Read more to learn how to help. 💪💙 bit.ly/3YNRRn5 #Dyslexia #EarlyDiagnosis
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Dyslexia doesn’t define limits—it redefines possibilities! 📚 #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth we celebrated the creativity and resilience in the dyslexic community. Every step we take toward awareness makes education more inclusive. 🙌 bit.ly/3YLHPmr #Inclusive #Dyslexia
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While £6.7bn in funding sounds promising for state schools, the Chancellor’s decision to change private schools VAT status raises big questions for SEND...💰 Will this budget truly level the playing field? What are your thoughts? 💭👇 #SEND #Budget2024 bbc.in/3AlgjCU

Reeves accepts tax-raising Budget likely to hit wage growth for workers

The chancellor tells the BBC businesses will have to absorb the costs of paying more National Insurance or give out smaller pay rises.

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When education is accessible to all, we open the door to genuine rehabilitation and brighter futures. Could this be the start of a new chapter in prison education? 📝💡 #InclusiveEducation #AssistiveTech #PrisonReform bit.ly/48nHPw2

New briefing sets out 10 recommendations to transform prison education - Prisoners' Education Trust

Our new briefing makes 10 recommendations to the new ministerial team at the Ministry of Justice to transform prison education.

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Get in on some monstrously good reads this Halloween with the Reader 2! 👻📖 Shoutout to @BarringtonStoke for their fantastic books that support diverse readers. Let’s share the joy of reading this spooky season! 🧡 #HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #InclusiveReading
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Every student deserves the chance to succeed on exam day! Empower your learners by providing the support they need to thrive. 📝✨ Learn more here: bit.ly/3zVpEkB
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Ready to tackle exam season like a pro? 📝 Join us tomorrow for expert insights from Jugit Chima and discover how assistive tech can simplify your exam process. Register FREE now 👉 bit.ly/40dMYVx #ExamSupport #EdTech
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Unlock the power of independent reading with our innovative tools! 📖✨ Empower students to take charge of their learning journey and support their growth. Discover more in our latest blog 👉 bit.ly/400msyI
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What an incredible weekend we had at the @SENDShowUK 2024! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who visited our booth. Together, we’re making a real difference for students with SEND! 💙
Scanning pens team members at there stand at the Tes SEND show promoting the "C-Pen READER 2" with promotional materials and electronic devices displayed on the counter.

ALT Scanning pens team members at there stand at the Tes SEND show promoting the "C-Pen READER 2" with promotional materials and electronic devices displayed on the counter.
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