This third edition of Gavin Reid's popular book for non-specialist teachers has been thoroughly revised throughout and supplemented with additional material to reinforce the link between theory and practice. Dyslexia is a comprehensive overview of the field, providing more than just a quick fix to immediate difficulties by introducing the evidence base for why particular approaches may be effective.Topics include reading, spelling, creative writing, study skills, differentiation, identification of dyslexia, individual learning styles, the role of parents and policy and provision for dyslexia.
Day-to-Day Dyslexia offers advice to teachers on how they can recognize specific learning difficulties and give practical help to children in class. Written in jargon-free language, it provides guidelines on the way dyslexic children learn language, literacy and numeracy. It also includes chapters on handwriting, study skills and classroom management, while bearing in mind the demands made on class teachers.
Thats the Way I Think: Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and ADHD Explained
Many people with dyspraxia and dyslexia also have ADHD. This fully revised edition of David Grant’s thought-provoking, insightful book develops our understanding of specific learning differences and considers the further challenges presented by these overlapping conditions.
Dyslexia at College offers the most comprehensive and well researched guide for students and tutors to all aspects of coping with dyslexia and supporting dyslexic students at college. The style is very accessible and there is plenty of practical advice for students on how to choose, prepare for and adapt to the demands of further and higher education courses. For tutors, the book offers a wealth of insight and experience, especially in describing different approaches to common problems and in its emphasis on supporting self-esteem.
This book outlines a unique and revolutionary program with a phenomenally high success rate in helping dyslexics learn to read and to overcome other difficulties associated with it.
