Download or read book Understanding Dyslexia A Guide For Teachers And Parents written by Lawrence, Denis and published by McGraw-Hill Education (UK). This book was released on 2009-03-01 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Download or read book The Dyslexia Guide for Adults written by Jane Smith and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Illustrated Guide to Dyslexia and Its Amazing People written by Kate Power and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2017-09-21 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use this guide to weed out what dyslexia means for you and discover the tools you need to blossom! Dyslexia comes to live with visual imagery and colourful text in this new book on what dyslexia means, how it feels, what to do about it, and how to learn to embrace it. There are advantages to being dyslexic, including an aptitude for design literacy and innovative thinking, although these can be obscured by its challenges. This beautifully designed book, complete with stunning visuals and gentle humour, approaches the subject of dyslexia in a simple and encouraging way for all age groups. By showing what dyslexia is and asking the reader how it applies to them, this book offers a fun and engaging means of working out how dyslexia affects the individual specifically, with a multitude of learning tools and tips, and a gallery of inspirational dyslexics who have used their particular skills to do something amazing with their lives.

Download or read book Parenting a Dyslexic Child written by British Dyslexia Association and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2021-06-21 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on the expert knowledge and research gathered by the British Dyslexia Association, this is a complete guide to parenting a child with dyslexia. Covering assessment, diagnosis, home and school support, emotional development and more, this empowering book has everything you need to help your child reach their full potential. With accessible guidance on reading, writing, spelling, organisation and study skills, this book will also help you to build self-belief in your child whilst ensuring that you care for yourself along the way. This book provides clear information on how dyslexia affects children and families at all stages of life, with insights on communicating with schools and ensuring the best support in all environments.

Download or read book Teaching Children with Dyslexia written by Philomena Ott and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-05-07 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaching Children with Dyslexia is essential reading for any teacher, Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator or teaching assistant who wants an insider's account of what dealing successfully with dyslexia entails. Written by one of the most well-regarded practitioners in the field with over twenty-five years' experience, this book is packed full with photocopiable exercises, activities and recommendations for resources, tests, teaching methods, advice and suggestions for strategies and techniques that are instantly transferable to classroom environments. This essential teaching companion includes chapters on: how to spot dyslexia screening and assessment tests why it does not have to be hell to learn to spell strategies for success for reluctant writers meeting the challenge of dyslexia in adolescence. Written specifically to bolster teachers' confidence and empower them with the key to unlocking literacy problems in their most challenging pupils, this resource book should be on the shelf of every staff room.

Download or read book International Book of Dyslexia written by Ian Smythe and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-01-05 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Difficulties with reading and writing are not confined to English-speaking countries. The aim of this book is to provide a reference for researchers, practitioners and policy makers. It brings together professionals from across the world who have experience in teaching individuals with dyslexia.

Download or read book Helping Your Dyslexic Child written by Eileen Marie Cronin and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dyslexia can affect a child's word comprehension, spatial concepts, ability to count and handle money, and self-esteem. Eileen M. Cronin, Ph.D., suffered from dyslexia as a child and has worked with learning disabilities for more than 35 years. Here, she provides a simple, home test for detecting dyslexia and describes hundreds of exercises to improve reading, writing, spelling, and arithmetic. Cronin has created a helpful and much-needed resource.

Download or read book Overcoming Dyslexia written by Sally E. Shaywitz and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2003 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Draws on recent scientific breakthroughs to explain the mechanisms underlying dyslexia, offering parents age-specific, grade-by-grade instructions on how to help their children.

Download or read book DyslexiaLand written by Cheri Rae and published by . This book was released on 2018-08 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DyslexiaLand is an imaginary place, but a very real one for the 1 in 5 students with dyslexia. Especially in school, where these otherwise bright children struggle unnecessarily, and parents don't understand why, or how to help.Parents are surprised, even shocked, to discover that most public schools do not teach dyslexic children in the way they learn, and they must take action and overcome many challenges to get the quality education their children deserve and is required by law.In this guide, parents will find the help they need to navigate the tricky territory of the public school system with proven strategies, easy-to-follow directions and maps. While other books take an academic approach and dwell on dyslexia as a disability, DyslexiaLand provides a practical approach, focusing instead on the many talents and abilities of children with dyslexia and how parents can help them thrive in school, at home, and in the community. Author Cheri Rae successfully led her son with dyslexia from K through 12, has helped hundreds of children with dyslexia and their parents, and was honored for her dyslexia advocacy work with a special commendation from the California State Assembly. In DyslexiaLand, the award-winning writer introduces parents to a unique land, language and culture, empowers parents to be effective advocates for their children, and helps children and parents alike travel through the grades from elementary school to "Dyslexia High" and beyond.Discover:¿ How to identify your child's strengths and challenges, meet with teachers, and effectively advocate for your child.¿ Which reading approaches work for students with dyslexia, and which ones don't, and why the "D" word is such a hot-button issue.¿ How to turn obstacles into opportunities, stresses into successes, and how high tech can be a huge help.DyslexiaLand takes the guesswork out of dealing with dyslexia. Whether your child is beginning pre-K or in the middle of high school, there is help here for all dyslexic kids and their parents.

Download or read book Can I Tell You about Dyslexia written by Alan M. Hultquist and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers Limited. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Zoe invites readers to learn about dyslexia from her perspective, helping them to understand how dyslexia affects her daily life, why some tasks can be especially challenging for her, and how she can be helped. This illustrated book will be a helpful guide for family, friends, teachers and carers, and a great starting point for group discussions.

Download or read book Parent s Quick Start Guide to Dyslexia written by James W. Forgan and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-07-28 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parent’s Quick Start Guide to Dyslexia provides parents and caregivers with an immediate overview of dyslexia and steps they can take to support and encourage their child. Each chapter is packed with detailed and helpful information, covering identification, public schools versus private settings, and how (and when) to seek professional help. Summary and resource sections at the end of each chapter give quick guidance to busy readers. Topics include a wealth of research-backed activities, nurturing talent and creativity, motivating your child to read, and more. Offering straightforward, easy to understand, and evidence-based information, this book is a go-to resource for caregivers parenting a child with dyslexia.

Download or read book Dyslexia written by Gavin Reid and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-27 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new edition of Dyslexia is written for parents of dyslexic children and the professionals who work with them, and provides information on the role parents can play in supporting their dyslexic child. This updated edition contains new material and up-to-date discussions of current research and programs. Empowers parents by providing them with strategies for dealing with a wide range of concerns including dyspraxia and dyscalculia New sections cover post-school issues, the emotional needs of young people with dyslexia and information on how parents can help at home Features information on some of the more popular interventions for dyslexia, and critical evaluations of ‘alternative treatments’ Includes first–hand accounts of parents’ hopes, successes and setbacks, and extensive lists of organizations and resources

Download or read book The Effective Teacher s Guide to Dyslexia and other Specific Learning Difficulties written by Michael Farrell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-03-29 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With around one in ten children affected by specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia or dyspraxia, this practical guide examines the central issues facing teachers today.

Download or read book The International Book of Dyslexia written by Ian Smythe and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-01-14 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are difficulties in dyslexia the same the world over? What can we learn from resources and practice in different countries? In this book, individuals, institutions and organisations have been gathered from around the world to report on the policies, resources and training for people with dyslexia and those who work with them. Over 50 countries are included in this guide, together with details of dyslexia associations and resources. This unique collection offers a wealth of information to parents, teachers and individuals who are seeking support. It also will be of interest to researchers, practitioners and policy makers. This book is also available as an electronic supplement to The International Book of Dyslexia: A Cross-Language Comparison and Practice Guide which is available from your bookshop or from John Wiley & Sons Ltd ISBN 0471498416 The complete volume is an extensive and wide-ranging guide to both dyslexia research and practice around the world.

Download or read book Dyslexia A Practical Guide for Overcoming the Challenges of Dyslexia and Becoming More Successful Practical Tools to Improve Executive Functioning Boost Literacy Skills and Develop Your Unique Strengths written by Nathaniel Peterson and published by Nathaniel Peterson. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to overcome dyslexia. It gives us all the dyslexic signs that we need to watch out for; most importantly for parents and teachers to take advantage of. It’s important to help a dyslexic child realize his learning disability is something he could deal with. This book explains how to do these. It does not only explain proven necessary steps and strategies to help dyslexic children overcome their learning disabilities but also explained reasons for those steps and strategies. Here Is a Preview of What you’ll learn... · How To Recognize Dyslexia and It's Variations · How To Teach Effectively In A Classroom Setting · Methods To Use To Help Improve Reading Skills · Understanding Ways To Improve Spelling Skills · Strategies to Improve Math Comprehension and Ability Delivered in an easy, conversational style, Sandra Cook provides insights into why parents struggle to find the right reading solutions for their child. She provides information about a wide variety of problems that cause difficulty with reading, how and where to get testing, and she offers guidance for solutions to each potential cause of reading struggles.

Download or read book Dyslexia written by Barbara Riddick and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-10-12 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on realistic strategies for non-specialists to use when working with pupils who have dyslexia. It offers detailed, practical guidance on defining and identifying dyslexia, dyslexia in the early and middle years and at secondary school, and worked examples of IEPs. It also discusses providing effective support for the literacy and numeracy hours, raising self-esteem, and working with parents and voluntary organizations. In addition, the authors cover using checklists and assessments, choosing suitable programs and resources, and useful addresses and books. Teachers and teaching assistants in mainstream classrooms and parents wanting to help their children will find this book invaluable.

Download or read book The Effective Teacher s Guide to Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties Learning Disabilities written by Michael Farrell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly anticipated second edition of The Effective Teacher's Guide to Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties (Learning Disabilities) critically examines the specificity and complexity of learning disabilities. The user-friendly text highlights the importance of schools reviewing their curricula and assessment, pedagogical methods, resources, organisation and therapy procedures to ensure that their provision helps encourage academic progress and the best personal and social development for their pupils. This book accessibly and authoritatively addresses a range of issues associated with: Reading disorders / dyslexia Disorder of written expression/ dysgraphia Developmental co-ordination disorder/ dyspraxia Mathematics disorder/ dyscalculia. Offering what works in the classroom, this text also takes into account the relationship between professionals who work closely with parents and other professionals. It helpfully recognises the importance of professional contributions and the foundational disciplines that contribute to special education. Underpinned by research and widely held professional opinions, this second edition of The Effective Teacher's Guide to Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties (Learning Disabilities) will prove a practical, readable and invaluable resource for the busy teacher, students on initial teacher training courses, school managers and administrators.