Kindergarten screening for early (grade 1) and late-emerging (grade 4) dyslexia risk

About The Study: In this cohort study of 515 children followed from kindergarten through grades 1 and 4, distinct patterns of cognitive-linguistic deficits in kindergarten were associated with 2- to 5-fold increased risk for early- and late-emerging dyslexia. These findings provide a foundational evidence base to support the integration of developmentally sensitive screening into pediatric surveillance frameworks, facilitating early identification and a shift from reactive to preventive care, including for children at risk of late-emerging dyslexia.

Corresponding Authors: To contact the corresponding authors, email Avi Karni, MD, PhD, (avi.karni@yahoo.com) and Rotem Yinon, PhD, (rotemwr82@gmail.com).

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(doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.3036)

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