Full Description
Dyslexia is a sensitive issue that can be difficult to identify and understand, and even trickier to cope with - but it needn't be something you or your child have to go through alone. Suitable for anxious parents, curious youngsters and adult sufferers alike, this book offers friendly, down-to-earth advice on recognising the signs and symptoms of dyslexia and understanding the best management methods and avenues of support. Understanding & Managing Dyslexia For Dummies covers:* Figuring Out What Dyslexia Is All About* Determining When to Get a Diagnosis* Exploring Your Options for Schools and Programmes* Taking Part in Your Child's Teaching Programme* Moving Beyond the Childhood Years About the author Katrina Cochrane began working for Dyslexia Action in 1999 and now delivers courses in dyslexia training and assesses and teaches both children and adults with dyslexia. Tracey Wood is a children's reading specialist, and the author of several For Dummies books. She has a Masters Degree in Education.
Contents
Intro Introduction Figuring Out What Dyslexia Is All About Understanding the Basics of Dyslexia Pinpointing What Dyslexia Is (And Isn't) Being Alert to Symptoms of Dyslexia at Any Age Determining When to Get a Diagnosis Watching Your Child Carefully at a Young Age Acting Quickly with Your School-Age Child Testing Your Child for Dyslexia Exploring Your Options for Schools and Programs Choosing the Best School for Your Child Investigating the Individualised Education Programme Securing Help without an Individualised Education Programme Working Productively with Your Child's Teacher Taking Part in Your Child's Treatment Putting Memorising, Visualising, and Rhyming to Good Use Playing with Phonics Sprinting Ahead with Reading Basics and Practice Taking Advantage of Multisensory Methods Handling Everyday Activities and Difficulties Moving Beyond the Childhood Years Assisting Dyslexic Teens Heading Off to College Succeeding with Dyslexia in Adulthood The Part of Tens Ten Tools for Making a Dyslexic's Life Easier Ten Well-Known Dyslexia Programmes and Treatments Appendixes An Informal Assessnent of Phonetic Awareness and Phonics Skills Contacts and Resources Index
