Made By Dyslexia animated short reframes dyslexia diagnosis as a strength
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by Amy Hey on 24th April 2026
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Summary
Global charity Made By Dyslexia, in collaboration with Clemenger BBDO, FINCH and Art&Graft, released an animated short film titled "What is Dyslexia." Directed by Kyra Bartley, the film follows a young girl named Lola who learns she has dyslexia and initially feels hopeless after searching online. She is then guided by a famous dyslexic inventor who helps her discover the benefits and strengths associated with dyslexia, reframing the diagnosis in a positive light.
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Turning to the internet for answers, she's confronted by descriptions that leave her feeling hopeless.
When her future seems at its most bleak, Lola meets an unlikely friend, a famous dyslexic inventor who takes her on a journey
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