Literacy Superstars

Transforming Struggling Readers into Fluent Bookworms

Welcome to Literacy Superstars, where struggling readers transform into confident, book-loving learners!

If you're here, chances are you have a child who is finding reading harder than it should be—and you're looking for answers, support, and a path forward. You're in the right place. I’m Leslie Smith, a Dyslexia Specialist, special education teacher, and reading tutor, and my mission is to take the stress, confusion, and frustration out of your child’s reading journey – for them and for you.

Why Literacy Superstars?

At Literacy Superstars, we believe that every child deserves to feel like a reading champion. But for many kids, reading doesn’t come easily—especially those with dyslexia or other reading difficulties. Without the right support, struggling readers fall farther behind and start to feel defeated. That’s why I created this space—to empower parents with information and research-backed strategies, and offer direct support through Dyslexia Therapy combined with parent coaching.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Expert Advice for Parents – Clear, practical, and actionable guidance to help you support your struggling reader at home.

  • Dyslexia-Friendly Strategies – Proven methods that work for kids with dyslexia and other reading challenges.

  • Engaging Resources – Book recommendations, reading activities, and tools that make learning fun.

  • Encouragement & Community – You’re not alone! Literacy Superstars is here to help you navigate this journey with understanding and hope.

  • Info About Working Directly With Me – I offer a variety of 1:1 services for struggling readers and their parents, including certified online Dyslexia Therapy through Lexercise.

A Message to Parents

I know how overwhelming it can be to watch your child struggle with something as essential as reading. I also know that with the right approach, the right support, and a little bit of patience, your child can and will succeed. My greatest joy is helping parents like you turn frustration into progress and self-doubt into confidence.

Let’s Get Started!

Whether you’re just beginning to suspect your child may need extra reading support or you’ve been on this journey for a while, you are not alone. Literacy Superstars is here to guide you every step of the way.

Explore the resources, get inspired, and let’s help your child become a Literacy Superstar!

Any student who is lucky enough to have Mrs. Smith in their corner is already a winner. She met our daughter where she was at, understood her strengths and challenges, and proceeded to lean in to help her grow not only as a reader/student, but as a person. While we've only known Mrs. Smith for about a year, she has helped steward our daughter's reading/language ability to grow immensely and help our daughter understand her dyslexia and what she needs to do to understand how her brain works. Mrs. Smith has truly been a gift.

Danielle I.

★★★★★

Testimonials

When our son began Professional Therapy through Lexercise he was very discouraged about the struggles he was having in reading. Weekly sessions with Leslie have given him the tools to read and reinstilled his confidence in his ability to overcome this challenge. She encourages his effort and points out his developing strengths in reading each week. As a parent, with Leslie and Lexercise I feel like part of a team that is striving to see my son succeed in reading and spelling. The rewards have been great from listening to our son offer to read a book to his little sister to eagerly joining in a game of Scrabble over the holidays. We are so thankful!

Emily H.

Contact Us

Reach out to Literacy Superstars for dyslexia therapy and parent coaching. I am here to help!