Decoding Dyslexia

Author : Jennifer Poole
Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1906510512
Total Pages : 221 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Decoding Dyslexia written by Jennifer Poole and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2008 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a 5-year research project on the shared 'active ingredients' of 14 successful methods for helping children with dyslexia, this book outlines three major theories on dyslexia before describing 14 different programmes. It describes the research method adopted to study these methods with the resulting 'common denominators' found in practice.

Author : Kelli Sandman-Hurley
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1839971711
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dyslexia Advocate! Second Edition written by Kelli Sandman-Hurley and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2023-02-21 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated edition of this bestselling, straightforward guide provides the essential information for parents and advocates to understand US law and get the right educational entitlements for a dyslexic child. Using case studies and examples, this book demonstrates clearly how to apply the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to the unique requirements of a dyslexic child. It offers simple, intelligible help for parents on how to coordinate successfully with their child's school and achieve the right services and support for their dyslexic child; up to and beyond getting an effective Individual Education Plan (IEP). Dyslexia Advocate! is an invaluable tool for parents trying to negotiate a complex legal system to get the best outcome for their child. With brand new chapters on the structure of special education services in the US and current state laws, this guide is fundamental to understanding and advocating for your dyslexic child.

Author : Ben Foss
Publisher : Ballantine Books
ISBN 13 : 0345541251
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan written by Ben Foss and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finally, a groundbreaking book that reveals what your dyslexic child is experiencing—and what you can do so that he or she will thrive More than thirty million people in the United States are dyslexic—a brain-based genetic trait, often labeled as a “learning disability” or “learning difference,” that makes interpreting text and reading difficult. Yet even though children with dyslexia may have trouble reading, they don’t have any problems learning; dyslexia has nothing to do with a lack of intellect. While other books tell you what dyslexia is, this book tells you what to do. Dyslexics’ innate skills, which may include verbal, social, spatial, kinesthetic, visual, mathematical, or musical abilities, are their unique key to acquiring knowledge. Figuring out where their individual strengths lie, and then harnessing these skills, offers an entrée into learning and excelling. And by keeping the focus on learning, not on standard reading the same way everyone else does, a child with dyslexia can and will develop the self-confidence to flourish in the classroom and beyond. After years of battling with a school system that did not understand his dyslexia and the shame that accompanied it, renowned activist and entrepreneur Ben Foss is not only open about his dyslexia, he is proud of it. In The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan he shares his personal triumphs and failures so that you can learn from his experiences, and provides a three-step approach for success: • Identify your child’s profile: By mapping your child’s strengths and weaknesses and assisting her to better understand who she is, you can help your child move away from shame and feelings of inadequacy and move toward creating a powerful program for learning. • Help your child help himself: Coach your child to become his own best advocate by developing resiliency, confidence, and self-awareness, and focusing on achievable goals in areas that matter most to him. • Create community: Dyslexic children are not broken, but too often the system designed to educate them is. Dare to change your school so that your child has the resources to thrive. Understanding your rights and finding allies will make you and your child feel connected and no longer alone. Packed with practical ideas and strategies dyslexic children need for excelling in school and in life, this empowering guide provides the framework for charting a future for your child that is bright with hope and unlimited potential. Praise for The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan “A passionate and well-articulated guide . . . This extremely practical and motivational book will be welcomed by parents of dyslexic children.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Accessible and reassuring.”—Library Journal “This step-by-step guide will become a go-to resource for parents.”—James H. Wendorf, executive director, National Center for Learning Disabilities “I study dyslexia in the lab and am a parent of a wonderful daughter who fits this profile. Ben Foss’s book should be considered essential to any collection on the subject. It was extremely useful, especially for a mom.”—Maria Luisa Gorno Tempini, M.D., Ph.D., professor of neurology, UCSF, Memory and Aging Center “As someone with a learning profile that made school tough, and as a parent, I know kids need the right support. Ben Foss knows how to get access to education because he’s been through it. I was thrilled to read this book. It offers a wise collection of insights that are both practical and touching.”—James Gandolfini, actor, The Sopranos

Author : Sally E. Shaywitz
Publisher : Knopf
ISBN 13 : 9780375400124
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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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.

Author : Kelli Sandman-Hurley
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1784507601
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dyslexia and Spelling written by Kelli Sandman-Hurley and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2019-06-21 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by an authority in the dyslexia field, this is the first accessible guide to the close interplay of spelling and dyslexia. Kelli Sandman-Hurley talks the teacher or parent through why kids with dyslexia find spelling so hard, and what we can learn from the spelling mistakes in their writing samples. Introducing key terminology around morphemes (smallest unit of meaning in words) and phonemes (smallest contrastive units in language) in an accessible and clear way, Sandman-Hurley goes on to explain how we can identify, and learn from, kids' spelling miscues, and use them to further inform our teaching and instruction. Shedding much-needed light on an under-explored tool for classroom or home learning, Dyslexia and Spelling is essential reading for teachers and parents alike.

Author : Kelli Sandman-Hurley
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1787754766
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Adult Side of Dyslexia written by Kelli Sandman-Hurley and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2021-11-18 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Allison Swan Dagen
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462542298
Total Pages : 473 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Practices of Literacy Leaders written by Allison Swan Dagen and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2020-02-05 with total page 473 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in literacy leadership. Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in PreK–12. The distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration. Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning. Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning. New to This Edition *Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA's updated Standards 2017; expanded grade range includes PreK. *Chapters on new topics: writing instruction, sustaining schoolwide improvements, and collaborative leadership. *New chapters on core topics: the principal’s role, assessment, middle and high school literacy programs, special education, and culturally responsive instruction. *Vignettes from leaders in diverse roles, “Think About This” questions for discussion/reflection, and end-of-chapter annotated resources.

Author : Clayton A. Copeland
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 553 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Disabilities and the Library written by Clayton A. Copeland and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2022-11-11 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Librarians need to understand the needs and abilities of differently abled patrons, and anyone responsible for hiring and managing librarians must know how to provide an equitable environment. This book serves as an educational resource for both groups. Understanding the needs and abilities of patrons who are differently abled increases librarians' ability to serve them from childhood through adulthood. While some librarians are fortunate to have had coursework to help them understand the needs and abilities of the differently abled, many have had little experience working with this diverse group. In addition, many persons who are differently abled are-or would like to become-librarians. Disabilities and the Library helps readers understand the challenges faced by people who are differently abled, both as patrons and as information professionals. Readers will learn to assess their library's physical facilities, programming, staff, and continuing education to ensure that their libraries are prepared to include people of all abilities. Inclusive programming and collection development suggestions will help librarians to meet the needs of patrons and colleagues with mobility and dexterity problems, learning differences, hearing and vision limitations, sensory and cognitive challenges, autism, and more. Additional information is included about assistive and adaptive technologies and web accessibility. Librarians will value this accessible and important book as they strive for equity and inclusivity.

Author : Gad Elbeheri
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000590771
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Routledge International Handbook of Dyslexia in Education written by Gad Elbeheri and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-07-20 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge International Handbook of Dyslexia in Education showcases the various examples, expertise, and successful initiatives attempted to include students with dyslexia around the globe. It highlights progress and identifies gaps for growth globally to stand united against dyslexia as a literacy problem and a specific learning disability challenge. Taking a truly global view, each chapter from world-leading experts highlights issues related to the definition of dyslexia and how it is recognised locally, its implications on relevant legislations and educational policy and how teacher training programs on dyslexia are delivered at both pre-service and in-service levels. Contributors to this handbook also discuss and compare the services and tools available to identify individuals with dyslexia, such as nationally standardized tests and tools for dyslexia assessment. Students, researchers, teachers and other educational professionals who require highly relevant, research-informed guidance on dyslexia and its awareness, identification, training, outreach, and intervention around the globe will find this handbook an essential and timely resource. Readers will also be able to identify shared experiences and good lessons from around the world, as well as learn about better strategies to guide their journey in their own local community.

Author : Sue Dymock
Publisher : Dunmore Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781927212042
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dyslexia Decoded written by Sue Dymock and published by Dunmore Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is for students and individuals with dyslexia and also for those working with them as tutors and in the workplace. It cuts new ground in our understanding of dyslexia. It debunks myths; shows that the learning condition does not have to be a life sentence, discusses assessment; explains decoding, and writing and spelling strategies; and looks at workplace modification to accommodate the needs of dyslexic people. It seeks to encourage empathy and understanding of the needs of adults with dyslexia and shows how they can achieve success in today' competitive world"--Publisher information.