Dyslexia : a complete guide for parents and those who help them / Gavin Reid.
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TextPublication details: Chichester, West Sussex, U.K. ; Malden, MA : Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.Edition: 2nd edDescription: xi, 267 p. ; 23 cmISBN: - 0470973730 (paper)
- 0470973749 (hardback)
- 9780470973738 (paper)
- 9780470973745 (hardback)
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Children's Book
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Dr. James Carlson Library | Parent/Teacher Resource Collection-Children's | 371.9144 R355 | Available | 33111006896340 | ||||
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Main Library | Parent/Teacher Resource Collection-Children's | 371.9144 R355 | Available | 33111006691493 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
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
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"Dyslexia: A Complete Guide for Parents, is written expressly for parents, and provides the unique insights of a noted educational psychologist on the supportive role parents can play in supporting their dyslexic child. This new edition contains additional sections and up-to-date discussions of current research and programs. This new edition contains up-to-date discussions of current research and programs. The book aims to empower parents by providing them with strategies for dealing with a wide range of concerns. New sections on post-school issues, the emotional needs of young people with dyslexia and sections on how parents can help at home. The information can be applied to all countries and school systems"--Provided by publisher.
"The book empowers parents by offering them the information and support that will allow them to play a vital role in helping their child to thrive and achieve their full potential"--Provided by publisher.