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What is Dyslexia? - A Book Explaining Dyslexia for Kids and Adults to Use Together (Paperback): Alan M. Hultquist What is Dyslexia? - A Book Explaining Dyslexia for Kids and Adults to Use Together (Paperback)
Alan M. Hultquist; Illustrated by Lydia Corrow
R454 Discovery Miles 4 540 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Praise for What is Dyslexia?: 'informative, based on the latest research and compassionate - three qualities that make this a must read for parents and children struggling with dyslexia.' - Paul M. Quinlan, Ph.D. from The Curtis Blake Center Praise for An Introduction to Dyslexia for Parents and Professionals by the same author: 'Hultquist writes in such measured, clear and uncluttered prose that no one can take the journey from diagnosis to remediation without feeling that one is in the hands of someone who really understands the issues surrounding a dyslexia diagnosis, not only for the one diagnosed but also for the whole family and the professionals working with them.' - Dyslexia Contact What is Dyslexia? is designed to help adults explain dyslexia to children. The author provides information about all the most common types of dyslexia: trouble with sounds, trouble remembering how letters and words look, trouble finding words, and mixed dyslexia. He deals with the basic facts and adopts a style which is accessible to children without talking down to them. The book includes clear examples which children will be able to understand, as well as activities for parents to do with their children. The author emphasises that everyone has strengths and weaknesses and that having dyslexia is okay. This book will be valuable for parents of children with dyslexia, as well as other adults working with children with dyslexia.

The Parents' Guide to ADHD Medicines (Paperback): Peter Hill The Parents' Guide to ADHD Medicines (Paperback)
Peter Hill
R627 R583 Discovery Miles 5 830 Save R44 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This reassuring guide explains prescribed ADHD medicines for children in clear, everyday language. Based on questions the author has received from countless families in his work as a Consultant Psychiatrist, the expert information in this book answers the most pressing questions a parent will have about ADHD medicines: how they work, what they do, what is available and how to talk about them to your children. This book sheds light on why not all medicines are easily available, the differences between certain medications and their level of effectiveness, all based on scientific evidence. This information will support parents in discussions with medical professionals, explaining the practicalities and demystifying the terminology around medication and treatments. The book also provides insights into the decisions behind prescribing certain medicines and how they should be taken. Armed with this guide, parents - as well as teachers and others working with kids with ADHD - can feel confident and assured when their child is prescribed treatments for ADHD.

A Different Kettle of Fish - A Day in the Life of a Physics Student with Autism (Paperback): Michael Barton A Different Kettle of Fish - A Day in the Life of a Physics Student with Autism (Paperback)
Michael Barton; Foreword by Delia Barton
R450 R413 Discovery Miles 4 130 Save R37 (8%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

"I'm looking at the Solar System display when I hear a child close by shouting at his mum, to which she replies 'No need to bite my head off!' I've heard of laughing your head off (to laugh a lot) and even biting your tongue (to be quiet) but biting someone's head off puts a rather more vivid picture into my mind!" During a trip to London, taking in tube announcements, guitar shops, and the Science Museum Michael Barton explores and explains the confusing "neurotypical" world of contradictory signage, hidden meanings and nonsensical figures of speech. His quirky and comic illustrations bring to life the journey from the comfort of his familiar university surroundings into the hectic bustle of central London. A fun and enlightening read for friends, family, caring professionals and anyone interested in an alternative viewpoint on the world. Sure to "strike a chord" with other day trippers on the autism spectrum.

A Guide to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - Information and Advice for Teachers and Parents (Paperback): Janet Hoskin A Guide to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - Information and Advice for Teachers and Parents (Paperback)
Janet Hoskin; Contributions by Kate Maresh, Francesco Muntoni, Veronica Hinton, Lianne Abbot, …
R581 Discovery Miles 5 810 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The prognosis for individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is improving, with some men with DMD living into their 30s and 40s. More vital than ever, this book helps teachers and parents to support children and young people with DMD with their education and transition into adulthood. Leading experts on DMD explain Duchenne and its impact in easy-to-understand terms. Going beyond physical management, particular focus is put on learning and behavioural issues, including speech delay and difficulty learning to read, as well as common comorbid conditions, such as ADHD, autism and OCD. Raising aspirations, the book gives guidance on effective support in the classroom and advice on the transition to adulthood, employment and independent living.

The Autism Spectrum, Sexuality and the Law - What every parent and professional needs to know (Paperback, New): Nick Dubin,... The Autism Spectrum, Sexuality and the Law - What every parent and professional needs to know (Paperback, New)
Nick Dubin, Isabelle Henault, Dr Anthony Attwood
R943 Discovery Miles 9 430 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Based on Nick Dubin's own experience, and drawing on the extensive knowledge of Dr Tony Attwood and Dr Isabelle Henault, this important book addresses the issues surrounding the autism spectrum, sexuality and the law. The complex world of sex and appropriate sexual behaviour can be extremely challenging for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and, without guidance, many find themselves in vulnerable situations. This book examines how the ASD profile typically affects sexuality and how sexual development differs between the general population and those with ASD. It explains the legalities of sexual behaviour, how laws differ from country to country, and the possibility for adjustment of existing laws as they are applied to the ASD population. With advice on how to help people with autism spectrum disorder gain a better understanding of sexuality and a comprehensive list of resources, the book highlights the need for a more informed societal approach to the psychosexual development of people with ASD. A ground-breaking and honest account, this book will be an invaluable addition to the shelves of parents of children with ASD, mental health and legal professionals, teachers, carers and other professionals working with individuals on the spectrum.

And a Bang on the Ear - Reclaiming My Life After a Brain Injury (Paperback): Phil Quinlan And a Bang on the Ear - Reclaiming My Life After a Brain Injury (Paperback)
Phil Quinlan; As told to Steve O'Rourke; Foreword by Paul Howard
R518 R484 Discovery Miles 4 840 Save R34 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Philip Quinlan was a promising 15-year-old athlete who packed his bags one Sunday morning in November 1989 to play a game of football. A day later, his mother was told he had a 25% chance to live. Part investigative tale, part time capsule, And a Bang on the Ear sees Philip painstakingly piece together the events that led up to, and followed, the accidental clash of heads that left him in a coma before waking up to 30 years of pain and paralysis. Full of hope and humour, rage and rehabilitation, this is an autobiography unlike any other.

Parenting ASD Teens - A Guide to Making it Up As You Go (Paperback): Andrew Schlegelmilch Parenting ASD Teens - A Guide to Making it Up As You Go (Paperback)
Andrew Schlegelmilch
R553 Discovery Miles 5 530 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This straight-talking and accessible guide for parents of teenagers on the autism spectrum provides down-to-earth advice on coping with the more difficult issues that can arise at home and school during the adolescent years. Andrew Schlegelmilch discusses common parenting challenges and offers advice drawn from his extensive experience working with teenagers with autism and their families as Head Psychologist at a college preparatory school. He offers parents professional guidance on what to do about falling grades, how to handle adolescent tantrums, how to talk about sex and sexuality with your child, how to help your child with peer relationships, how to keep your child safe online, and what to do if you suspect your child has mental health problems. Integral to the discussion is how to set realistic expectations and encourage independence in ways that work for both your child with autism and the rest of the family, as well as how to make the best use of the help professionals can offer.

The View From Down Here - Life As A Young Disabled Woman (Hardcover): Lucy Webster The View From Down Here - Life As A Young Disabled Woman (Hardcover)
Lucy Webster
R497 R445 Discovery Miles 4 450 Save R52 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A powerful, eye-opening insight into navigating the world as a disabled young woman

Women's lives are shaped by sexism and expectations. Disabled people's lives are shaped by ableism and a complete lack of expectations. But what happens when you're subjected to both sets of rules?

This powerful, honest, hilarious, and furious memoir from journalist and advocate Lucy Webster looks at life at the intersection: the struggles, the joys, and the unseen realities of being a disabled woman. From navigating the worlds of education and work, dating, and friendship to managing care, contemplating motherhood, and learning to accept your body against a pervasive narrative that it is somehow broken and in need of fixing, The View From Down Here shines a light on what it really means to move through the world as a disabled woman.

Asperger's Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide - A Neurotypical's Secrets for Success (Paperback): Yvona Fast Asperger's Syndrome Workplace Survival Guide - A Neurotypical's Secrets for Success (Paperback)
Yvona Fast; Barbara Bissonnette
R585 Discovery Miles 5 850 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The workplace can be a difficult environment for people with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) and this often impedes their ability to make use of particular skills and sustain meaningful and fulfilling employment. This is the definitive guide to surviving and thriving in the workplace for people with AS. It includes everything from realistic strategies for meeting employer expectations, to how to get along with your colleagues and work as part of a team, multitask and manage projects, and handle anxiety and effectively resolve problems. Common employment challenges are illustrated through examples from the author's extensive experience coaching individuals with AS at all job levels, from entry-level to manager and professional positions. The pragmatic recommendations in the book will benefit anyone with AS who is entering the workforce, as well as those who struggle to maintain employment, or who want to improve their performance and advance their careers.

The Adult Side of Dyslexia (Paperback): Kelli Sandman-Hurley The Adult Side of Dyslexia (Paperback)
Kelli Sandman-Hurley
R610 R567 Discovery Miles 5 670 Save R43 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book combines moving accounts of the lived experience of dyslexic adults with tips and strategies for surmounting the challenges you or a loved one or family member may face. Drawing on in-depth interviews, Kelli Sandman-Hurley explores common themes such as school experiences; the impact of dyslexia on mental wellbeing; literacy skills; and being a dyslexic parent, perhaps to a child who is also dyslexic. Interviewees share what helped them (or didn't), the strategies they use daily to tackle literacy-based tasks, anxiety and low self-esteem, the advice they would give to the parent of a dyslexic child who is struggling, and reflect on how their experience has impacted their own parenting style. Whether you're dyslexic yourself or supporting someone who is, this book sheds light on an underrepresented topic, providing much-needed guidance and insight around what life is really like for an adult with dyslexia.

Different Like Me - My Book of Autism Heroes (Hardcover): Jennifer Elder Different Like Me - My Book of Autism Heroes (Hardcover)
Jennifer Elder; Illustrated by Jennifer Elder, Marc Thomas
R519 Discovery Miles 5 190 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Different Like Me introduces children aged 8-12 years to famous, inspirational figures from the world of science, art, maths, literature, philosophy and comedy. Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with Asperger's Syndrome, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, Dian Fossey and Wassily Kandinsky to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in - just like Quinn. Fully illustrated in colour and written in child-friendly language, this book will be a wonderful resource for children, particularly children with autism, their parents, teachers, carers and siblings.

Managing Family Meltdown - The Low Arousal Approach and Autism (Paperback): Linda Woodcock Managing Family Meltdown - The Low Arousal Approach and Autism (Paperback)
Linda Woodcock; Foreword by Andrew McDonnell; Andrea Page
R574 Discovery Miles 5 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Challenging behaviour, violent outbursts and meltdowns can put a strain on the entire family of a child on the autism spectrum. This book offers practical, long-term and effective strategies to help resolve common challenging behaviours using a low arousal approach - a non-aversive approach based on avoiding confrontation and reducing stress and anxiety. Managing Family Meltdown provides explanations for challenging behaviours, and offers a wealth of guidance on how families can manage different types of challenging behaviour, such as physical aggression and self-injury. The authors explore the difference between managing and changing behaviour; how our own behaviour can influence the situation; and show how by reducing stress and anxiety children are better able to process information becoming less likely to react in challenging ways. The pros and cons of medication and ways to look after your own health are also discussed. This hands-on, practical book is appropriate for children who are non-verbal, as well as those with higher functioning autism and will be indispensable for families, carers and anyone involved with children on the autism spectrum.

Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions - Small Changes - Big Challenges (Paperback):... Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions - Small Changes - Big Challenges (Paperback)
Jane Donlan, John Smith, Bob Smith
R663 Discovery Miles 6 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Facing any type of change can cause confusion and anxiety for individuals with autism spectrum conditions. This book looks at the small transitions in everyday life that can be a big deal for a child with autism and offers simple and effective strategies to make change less of a daily challenge. Explaining why seemingly minor changes to routine can be emotionally distressing for children with autism, this book teaches parents practical solutions for coping with common transitions including switching from a weekday to weekend schedule, the changing of the seasons, and sleeping in a different bed when on holiday. With insights from the authors' personal experiences and helpful scripts, signs and sketches to use along the way, this book shows that with planning and preparation parents can reduce the stress surrounding change for their child and the whole family. This book is the perfect tool to help children with autism deal with change in a calmer and more confident manner and will be essential reading for parents and any professionals working alongside them.

The Complete Guide to Getting a Job for People with Asperger's Syndrome - Find the Right Career and Get Hired (Paperback):... The Complete Guide to Getting a Job for People with Asperger's Syndrome - Find the Right Career and Get Hired (Paperback)
Barbara Bissonnette
R585 Discovery Miles 5 850 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Finding a job is a confusing and anxiety-provoking process for many individuals with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) who may not know what they are qualified to do and may struggle to communicate their value to employers. In this book, Asperger's employment expert Barbara Bissonnette describes exactly what it takes to get hired in the neurotypical workplace. Every aspect of finding employment is covered, from defining strengths and researching occupations, to marketing oneself and projecting confidence and enthusiasm in interviews. Job-hunters are taught how to develop a personal profile of their talents and skills, their ideal work environment, and important work criteria. They are then shown how to set realistic goals and develop an effective job search plan. There is detailed instruction on networking, including how to find contacts and what to say. A wealth of checklists, templates, sample scripts and written communications accompany the text. Upfront, engaging and highly practical, this will be an essential guide for individuals with AS entering the workforce for the first time, as well as experienced workers who have lost jobs or wish to change careers but are uncertain about how to find the best match for their abilities.

We're Good - The Power of Faith, Hope, and Determination (Paperback): Meg Keeshan McGovern We're Good - The Power of Faith, Hope, and Determination (Paperback)
Meg Keeshan McGovern
R379 Discovery Miles 3 790 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

We're Good is an inspiring story about a well-rounded teenage athlete whose life changed in the blink of an eye. Chris O'Brien innocently dove into the ocean, hit a sandbar, and was instantly paralyzed. Going from a D-1 athlete to quadriplegic at eighteen years old is life changing. Chris was a swimmer, sailor, and student in college going about life before the accident. First time author, Meg Keeshan McGovern, has beautifully captured the pathos that accompanies a family tragedy and illustrates how it can become triumph for all. Through narrative and personal stories she guides the reader through the various stages of grief, denial, anger, therapy and devotion that this one family went through to emerge on the other side stronger and full of more promise than ever.

Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism and Related Disorders - A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Teachers (Paperback,... Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism and Related Disorders - A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Teachers (Paperback, 2 Rev Ed)
R603 R558 Discovery Miles 5 580 Save R45 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Toilet training can be a battleground for parents and children. In this book-the only one on the market dealing with the specific issues involved in toilet training children with autism-Maria Wheeler offers a detailed roadmap for success, based on over twenty years of experience. Easy-to-read bulleted lists offer over 200 do's and don'ts presented, along with more than fifty real-life examples. Learn, among other things, how to gauge "readiness," overcome fear of the bathroom, teach how to use toilet paper, flush and wash up, and deal with toileting in unfamiliar environments. A life preserver for parents and reluctant children! Helpful chapters include: The Importance of Toilet Training Determining Readiness Developing a Toileting Routine Communicating the Need to Use the Toilet Toileting in Unfamiliar Environments Nighttime Training Common Problems (and Solutions) Associated with Toilet Training Persons with Autism

Say No To Arthritis - How to prevent, relieve and resolve joint and muscle pain (Paperback, Digital original): Patrick Holford Say No To Arthritis - How to prevent, relieve and resolve joint and muscle pain (Paperback, Digital original)
Patrick Holford; Illustrated by Christopher Quayle
R470 R419 Discovery Miles 4 190 Save R51 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Contrary to popular belief it is possible to prevent arthritis or greatly reduce the pain and inflammation it causes - if you eat the right foods and supplement your diet with certain herbs and nutrients. In this fully revised and updated version of Patrick Holford's classic book on the subject, he shares the latest findings from scientific studies, showing that we can do much without resorting to medication, with its unwelcome side-effects. Comprehensive, practical and reassuring, Say No to Arthritis will enable you to devise an effective anti-arthritis action plan that's right for you. Written by one of the UK's leading nutritionists, features include: *The most effective natural painkillers *How certain fats can fight inflammation *Why food intolerances can be a factor *The best bone-building nutrients and appropriate supplements As well as being packed with information to help you understand arthritis and the many factors that influence it, you will also find an anti-arthritis diet and Patrick's top 30 anti-arthritis recipes.

Dispatches from Ray's Planet - A Journey through Autism (Paperback): Claire Finlayson Dispatches from Ray's Planet - A Journey through Autism (Paperback)
Claire Finlayson
R365 Discovery Miles 3 650 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Women with Disabilities as Agents of Peace, Change and Rights - Experiences from Sri Lanka (Hardcover): Karen Soldatic, Dinesha... Women with Disabilities as Agents of Peace, Change and Rights - Experiences from Sri Lanka (Hardcover)
Karen Soldatic, Dinesha Samararatne
R4,469 Discovery Miles 44 690 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Drawing on rich empirical work emerging from core conflict regions within the island nation of Sri Lanka, this book illustrates the critical role that women with disabilities play in post-armed conflict rebuilding and development. This pathbreaking book shows the critical role that women with disabilities play in post-armed conflict rebuilding and development. Through offering a rare yet important insight into the processes of gendered-disability advocacy activation within the post-conflict environment, it provides a unique counter narrative to the powerful images, symbols and discourses that too frequently perpetuate disabled women's so-called need for paternalistic forms of care. Rather than being the mere recipients of aid and help, the narratives of women with disabilities reveal the generative praxis of social solidarity and cohesion, progressed via their nascent collective practices of gendered-disability advocacy. It will be of interest to academics and students working in the fields of disability studies, gender studies, post-conflict studies, peace studies and social work.

Organisation and Everyday Life with Dyslexia and other SpLDs (Paperback): Ginny Stacey, Sally Fowler Organisation and Everyday Life with Dyslexia and other SpLDs (Paperback)
Ginny Stacey, Sally Fowler
R1,006 Discovery Miles 10 060 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Organisation and Everyday Life with Dyslexia and other SpLDs is the second book in the series Living Confidently with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs). This book is about the wide impacts of dyslexia/ SpLD on everyday life. All dyslexic/ SpLD people live with the possibility that their mind will function in a dyslexic/ SpLD way at any moment, regardless of strategies that they have acquired or developed. Even people with many strategies can suddenly find themselves struggling with their dyslexia/ SpLD again. This book is adressed to dyslexic/ spld readers. Organisation is promoted as a tool to minimise the effets of dyselxia /spLD. The book covers: * situations that might disrupt organisation * a systematic approach to organisation * everyday life, study peripherals and employment. It has many life stories to help readers recognise the impacts of their own dyslexia/ SpLD. Dyslexic/ SpLDs have the potential to offer skills and alternative approaches to tasks. Often, the solutions that they devise for themselves are very useful to the non-dyslexic/ SpLD people around them, which can enhance their self-confidence. When organisation suits the individual with SpLD innate intelligence and potential can be realised.

Autism and Loss (Paperback, Illustrated Ed): Sarah Broadhurst, Rachel Forrester-Jones Autism and Loss (Paperback, Illustrated Ed)
Sarah Broadhurst, Rachel Forrester-Jones
R1,517 Discovery Miles 15 170 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

People with autism often experience difficulty in understanding and expressing their emotions and react to losses in different ways or in ways that carers do not understand. In order to provide effective support, carers need to have the understanding, the skills and appropriate resources to work through these emotional reactions with them. Autism and Loss is a complete resource that covers a variety of kinds of loss, including bereavement, loss of friends or staff, loss of home or possessions and loss of health. Rooted in the latest research on loss and autism, yet written in an accessible style, the resource includes a wealth of factsheets and practical tools that provide formal and informal carers with authoritative, tried and tested guidance. This is an essential resource for professional and informal carers working with people with autism who are coping with any kind of loss.

A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome - Solution Focused Approaches (Paperback): E Veronica Bliss, Genevieve Edmonds A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome - Solution Focused Approaches (Paperback)
E Veronica Bliss, Genevieve Edmonds; Foreword by Bill O'Connell
R576 Discovery Miles 5 760 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome presents an empowering, practical approach to helping people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to succeed at college, at work, at home and in life. The authors highlight how treating AS as a `problem' is unproductive, and advocate a solution focused approach which recognizes and uses the strengths of people with AS to foster mutual respect and understanding. Drawing on both their personal experience and knowledge of counselling, the authors use anecdotes and stories to show how people with AS cope in day-to-day situations. They also illustrate how effective communication and understanding of a person's needs and goals are key to improving daily life for people with AS. The final section of the book comprises practical worksheets and resources to help people with AS to recognize their achievements and work towards their goals. This book will be of interest to people who are affected by AS, their families, and the people who work with them.

Maths Learning Difficulties, Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (Paperback): Steve Chinn Maths Learning Difficulties, Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (Paperback)
Steve Chinn
R565 Discovery Miles 5 650 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Written by a world authority on maths difficulties in children, this accessible guide provides tried and tested visual strategies and tailored techniques to help teachers and parents support children with SpLDs who need help with maths. Drawing on the latest research, into areas such as cognition and meta-cognition, along with the authors' decades of teaching experience, the book offers insight into how maths learning difficulties, including dyslexia, dyscalculia and maths anxiety, make maths difficult. Each chapter looks at foundational areas of maths learning that children may struggle with, from early number experiences to basic addition and subtraction, times tables, measurement and more. Essential reading for any teacher, learning assistant or parent supporting children with maths.

The Mountain Path - A climber's journey through life and death (Hardcover): Paul Pritchard The Mountain Path - A climber's journey through life and death (Hardcover)
Paul Pritchard; Foreword by Hazel Findlay
R621 Discovery Miles 6 210 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

'All I wanted to do was go to sleep. And I was certain that if I did drift off, it would be for the last time.' In 1998, Paul Pritchard was struck on the head by a falling rock as he climbed a sea stack in Tasmania called the Totem Pole. Close to death, waiting for hours for rescue, Pritchard kept himself going with a promise that given the chance, he would 'at least attempt to live'. Left hemiplegic by his injury, Pritchard has spent the last two decades attempting to live, taking on adventures that seemed impossible for someone so badly injured while plumbing the depths of a mind almost snuffed out by his passion for climbing. Not content to simply survive, Pritchard finds ways to return to his old life, cycling across Tibet and expanding his mind on gruelling meditation courses, revisiting the past and understanding his compulsion for risk. Finally, he returns to climb the Totem Pole, the place where his life was almost extinguished. The Mountain Path is an adventure book like no other, an exploration of a healing brain, a journey into philosophy and psychology, a test of will and a triumph of hope.

Understanding Dyslexia - A Guide for Teachers and Parents (Paperback, Ed): Denis Lawrence Understanding Dyslexia - A Guide for Teachers and Parents (Paperback, Ed)
Denis Lawrence
R810 Discovery Miles 8 100 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

""In his book "Understanding Dyslexia" Denis Lawrence leaves no stone unturned. This up-to-date book provides a comprehensive account of all aspects of dyslexia. The author's knowledge, experience and empathy is evident and the book can be recommended for all who want a simple account of the nature and consequences of dyslexia."
Professor Maggie Snowling, University of York, UK

" This book is] a very readable introduction and guide covering theories of dyslexia and important areas of practical importance to those living with dyslexia or providing support for them."
J.B.Thomas, Loughborough University, UK"

Dyslexia affects at least ten per cent of children and is the most common special educational need that teachers encounter. However, the characteristics of dyslexia can mean that it is often confused with other learning difficulties.

Whether you are a teacher or a parent, this easy-to-read book helps you to understand what is meant by 'dyslexia', providing clear guidance for identifying the signs and outlining practical strategies for helping and supporting dyslexic children.

As well as examining current popular definitions of dyslexia, the book offers a fresh definition, based on current research. Each chapter helps you to understand the unique challenges faced by dyslexic children in their learning of literacy skills and shows that the combined efforts of parents and teachers really can make a difference.

Key features include: Coverage of the most popular methods used in the assessment of dyslexia Strategies and techniques to help dyslexic children develop their literacy skills at school and at home A focus on how to enhance and maintain self-esteem in dyslexic children A look at other specific learning difficulties that overlap or can be confused with dyslexia Discussion of society's attitude towards dyslexia and the need for further understanding of the concept "Understanding Dyslexia" is valuable reading for trainee and practising teachers, SENCOs and parents.

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