Easy read formats

 

Slide 1 – Title Slide

Title: What is Easy Read?
Font: Open Dyslexia, 44–48 pt
Layout: Centered
Image: Icon of a book or person reading

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Slide 2 – Easy Read Helps People

Heading: Who benefits from Easy Read?
Font: Open Dyslexia, 36–40 pt
Bullet points:

• People with learning difficulties

• People who are learning a new language

• Older adults with memory or vision problems

• Anyone who wants information quickly and clearly
  Image: Simple icons for each group

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Slide 3 – Simple Words

Heading: Simple Words
Font: Open Dyslexia, 36–40 pt
Text:

• No difficult words

• No abbreviations

• No jargon
  Image: Picture of a person thinking or a dictionary icon

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Slide 4 – Short Sentences

Heading: Short Sentences
Text:

• One idea per sentence

• Easy to read and understand
  Image: Example sentence with one idea highlighted

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Slide 5 – Active Voice

Heading: Active Voice
Text:

• Sentences are clear

• Sentences tell who does what
  Example: “John reads the book.” ✅
  Image: Cartoon of a person reading

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Slide 6 – Visual Aids

Heading: Pictures Help
Text:

• Drawings or photos explain words

• Pictures make reading easier
  Image: Example of text with a matching picture

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Slide 7 – Clear Layout

Heading: Clear Layout
Text:

• Large letters

• Lots of space

• Left-aligned text
  Image: Example of a page with clear spacing

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Slide 8 – Positive Language

Heading: Positive Words
Text:

• Friendly and encouraging words

• Helps people feel confident
  Image: Smiling face or happy emoji

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Slide 9 – Headings

Heading: Headings Help
Text:

• Clear sections

• Makes information easy to find
  Image: Example of headings on a page

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Slide 10 – Summary

Heading: Easy Read Makes Life Easier
Text:

• Uses simple words and short sentences

• Adds pictures and clear layout

• Helps everyone understand information
  Image: Group of people reading or learning together

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💡 PowerPoint Tips for Easy Read:

• Use Open Dyslexia or Arial font

• Font size 36 pt+ for text, 44–48 pt for headings

• Use high-contrast colors (dark text on light background)

• Add simple icons or photos on each slide

• Keep 1–2 ideas per slide