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Tom Nicholson and Susan Dymock.
Dyslexia handbook Guide to understanding dyslexia in children and youth, with strategies for assessing and teaching reading and spelling
vii, 276 pages
illustrations (some colour) +
1 DVD.
Cover subtitle: Guide to understanding dyslexia in children and youth, with strategies for assessing and teaching reading and spelling. Accompanied by DVD with video clips. Title on DVD: Talking about dyslexia.
Summary: This is a practical book designed to help dyslexic students and their teachers. Drawing on the latest research, the authors aim to build understanding and awareness in schools and the community about dyslexia. They debunk myths and show classroom teachers practical steps to help dyslexic students learn more effectively. The book tackles common questions such as: What is dyslexia?; What does the latest research tell us about the brain and dyslexia?; How do I know if one of my students has dyslexia?; How do I make my classroom dyslexia friendly? Chapters cover dyslexia, family and the school, dyslexia, self-esteem and behaviour; and screening for dyslexia. There is a section on how to tackle dyslexia, and resources such as lesson plans and programmes. This book includes a DVD Talking about Dyslexia which offers powerful insights into the world of students with dyslexia. It tells the stories of three students and explores what a dyslexia-friendly school and classroom looks like. (Back cover)