Real Results Reading Interventions

Sometimes it's what we don't see that is the biggest hurdle.

Oh my goodness, I love this post! Congratulations to Mychal for getting the job at Reading Rainbow and sharing his love for reading!

Reading Rainbow host and PBS librarian Mychal Threets has spent his life surrounded by books. But for a long time, he felt different and didn't know why. In April 2026, Mychal, a 36-year-old native of Fairfield, California, shared that he was officially diagnosed with autism and ADHD.

Mychal said, "I am autistic and I have ADHD. I was officially diagnosed the other day, and after the doctor told me the news, we ended the session. And I just burst into tears. I had so many emotions… I told a friend right after and we were talking about some of those feelings, talking about the grief I feel for a little library kid Mychal, who felt so different and did not belong."

Many people already know Mychal as "Mychal the Librarian," a voice online who brings joy, kindness, and a love of reading to millions. In 2025, he stepped into a role as the new host of Reading Rainbow, a show that first began in 1983 with LeVar Burton inspiring kids across the country. Mychal hosted new episodes on YouTube, and one episode, "Moo Hoo," reached over 2 million views. The same kid who once felt different and like he didn't belong is now helping others feel seen, heard, and love who they are.

(Photo: Mychal Threets / Elizabeth Dyer Photography)

Nice to see you! My teacher elf name is Mrs. Merry Frostytoes. 😂

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You can’t cure dyslexia but you can support it.

According to the International Dyslexia Association, “Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction.”

Dyslexia isn’t something that needs fixing. It’s a lifelong difference that requires understanding, evidence-based instruction, and the right supports in place.

We can make a difference when we

1️⃣ Use Structured Literacy approaches that teach reading explicitly and systematically
2️⃣ Prioritize Early Identification so students get help before they fall behind
3️⃣ Provide Targeted Intervention that meets individual needs
4️⃣ Offer Accommodations that level the playing field
5️⃣ Integrate Assistive Technology to support access and independence
6️⃣ Ensure Educator Training grounded in the Science of Reading
7️⃣ Celebrate Strengths such as creativity, problem-solving, and big-picture thinking
8️⃣ Empower Advocates including parents, teachers, and students who speak up for what works

Every student deserves the right to read! ❤️