When a child struggles with reading or spelling, many parents aren’t sure where to turn beyond more worksheets or generic phonics apps. Nessy is a research-informed, game-based platform built specifically to support dyslexic and struggling readers with structured literacy programs in phonics, spelling, and writing. Created by the Nessy Learning team in collaboration with dyslexia specialists and advocates, it has received strong recognition in special education communities for its Orton-Gillingham-inspired approach and accessible design. We love that lessons are broken into small, visual chunks, with videos, activities, and printable materials that keep kids engaged without overwhelming them. Nessy is ideal for roughly ages 6–12 who need targeted, systematic practice and who respond well to humor and cartoon-style graphics. Some older students may find the art style young, but the underlying instruction is solid and customizable. Pro tip: complete the placement assessment, commit to several short sessions each week, and print select practice sheets so kids can connect screen work with handwriting.