Reading is a gateway to the magic of stories. Only that gateway is not equally accessible to every child. Reading difficulties can play a role here. And while how fluently you read does not always depend on a font, it can contribute to making it easier to read. A new font has recently become available in Office: Kermit.
Kermit is designed to help children learn to read, especially those with dyslexia. Developed by Underware, the font makes reading more accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Kermit is a child-friendly font that encourages children of all reading levels to read, even if they are unsure of their reading skills. The font uses bold letters and different font widths to improve a child's reading comprehension. Moreover, variable animation fonts can help severe dyslexics start their reading journey. The nice thing is that there are 42 styles of this font so any child (or any adult) can choose the style that reads easiest for them. Or you combine the different styles to add expression to the text. That way, you can include where accents should be placed.
Currently, the basic styles are available in Office. The remaining 38 styles are coming in early May. Want to know more about this font? Then read Microsoft Design's blog article.
