Learning Disabled category: 563 books
by Nicole Kiefer
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
Words spelled right, but out of context don't make a story, they make a dictionary.
Words assembled with sense, smarts and Imagination, but spelled wrong, still make a story.
I’m Nicole Kiefer, I’m the author of two publishing house bestsellers in Germany and Waiting in the Wings here in North...
Dyslexia and Us
A collection of personal stories
Language: English
Release Date: October 8, 2014
What do a member of the royal family, Olympic rowing champion, comedienne, retired construction worker, a job seeker, a parent, a prisoner and a vet have in common? They are among the many people who have shared their personal stories about what dyslexia means to them. Not every contributor is dyslexic...
Self-Determination
Instructional and Assessment Strategies
Language: English
Release Date: January 5, 2007
This teacher-friendly guide presents research-proven instructional techniques that empower students with disabilities to become their own advocates and use effective choice-making, problem-solving, and goal-setting skills.
Managing Dyslexia at University
A Resource for Students, Academic and Support Staff
Language: English
Release Date: March 25, 2008
A thorough and comprehensive guide for both education professionals and those affected by dyslexia, this book is predominantly a guidebook. It includes lots of practical advice and is based on the authors’ sound knowledge of current theory and practice.
It includes:
photocopiable materials
contact...
by Rachel Baker
Language: English
Release Date: December 13, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: December 13, 2012
This is a practical, informative guide on how to care for young children with epilepsy. It is aimed at professionals working in child-care, but may also be of use to parents and anyone else wishing to know more about epilepsy. The book includes: a description of the condition, its causes and treatments,...
by Mary Mountstephen
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: July 31, 2012
When working with children whose development is causing concern, it can be difficult to know how best to help. This practical guide to Dyspraxia and Neuro-Developmental Delay has been written to support all early years' professionals, as well as the non-specialist practitioner and parents or carers....
Life After High School
A Guide for Students with Disabilities and Their Families
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 2011
*Bronze Medal Winner in the Education / Academic / Teaching Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards* * Bronze Medal Winner in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Education Category * Graduating high school and moving on to further education or the workplace brings with it a whole new set of challenges, and this is especially...
Classroom Management for Students With Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
A Step-by-Step Guide for Educators
Language: English
Release Date: March 27, 2008
This comprehensive guide covers typical emotional and behavioral disorder (EBD) behaviors, effective instructional interventions, positive reinforcement techniques, federal regulations, promoting healthy social interactions, and classroom management strategies.
Restorative Practice and Special Needs
A Practical Guide to Working Restoratively with Young People
Language: English
Release Date: June 21, 2015
Restorative Practice (RP) is an effective approach to discipline that has the potential to transform behaviour by focusing on building and restoring relationships. This practical guide explains how to implement restorative approaches with young people with special needs in educational or residential...
by Ginny Brown
Language: English
Release Date: August 25, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: August 25, 2013
An enchanting peek into the world of the special school; tales that are touching, surprising and amusing. Find out how useful it can be to play at lions, why custard on your lapels is a sign you might get the job and what teachers do with vibrating snakes.
These are edited versions of articles...
Teaching Advanced Learners in the General Education Classroom
Doing More With Less!
Language: English
Release Date: August 22, 2011
Low-stress tips for challenging high-ability learners
Many teachers ask: “What do I do for students who finish their work before everyone else?” If you would like to do more for gifted students and need simple strategies that you can use tomorrow, this book is for you. Inside are helpful...
by Paula Iley
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2013
These creative off-the-shelf activities will spark children's thinking skills through speaking, listening, reading and writing. Busy teachers wanting to shake up their lessons will find them indispensable. Includes:
problem-solving: creative and critical thinking; emotional thinking; questioning...
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Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2004
Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2004
Major themes include nature versus nurture in arts talent development, teacher empowerment, and collaboration with community members.
Literacy Beyond Picture Books
Teaching Secondary Students With Moderate to Severe Disabilities
Language: English
Release Date: June 2, 2009
Featuring sample lessons, information on finding age-appropriate materials, and more, this guide helps teachers create thematic units that build literacy skills in students with significant disabilities.