Dyslexia has long been known as a learning difficulty that primarily affects literacy skills. Increasingly however researchers & professionals working with dyslexia suggest that it is less a disorder than a sign of specially gifted people. People with dyslexia often have a highly developed imagination & a unique way of perceiving things. They frequently have above average intelligence & are highly creative provided they are supported & nurtured by parents & teachers. In this book Cornelia Jantzen explores the basis of this radical viewpoint. Throughout she provides many practical examples which explore the different aspects of dyslexia & can give parents & teachers confidence in dealing with the challenges that it presents. This is a helpful & encouraging book for anyone looking for new insights into the enigma of dyslexia. ...

This third edition of this bestselling book for teachers contains new material on early identification & intervention. This third edition of Gavin Reids popular book for non-specialist teachers has been thoroughly revised throughout & supplemented with additional material to reinforce the link between theory & 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. The topics include reading spelling creative writing study skills differentiation identification of dyslexia individual learning styles the role of parents & policy & provision for dyslexia. A concluding section provides information on additional support & resources for use by teachers. Throughout the book emphasises that approaches suitable for students with dyslexia will also benefit the whole class building upon the teachers repertoire & empowering them to be better teachers." ...

This is the astounding story of how one man's quest to help his daughter led to a whole new way of developing our underlying skills in order to overcome the symptons associated with dyslexia ADHD & dyspraxia. At the age of nine Susie Dore was told that nothing could be done to help her dyslexia. Her increasing depression eventually led to three suicide attempts. Her father Wyford decided that enough was enough & set about finding a way to help her. He tells of the good fortune of discovering research from Harvard Medical School & the University of Sheffield that gave hope & finally led to a solution that transformed Susie's life. Do you have hidden potential? If you find several of the following challenging then the answer is probably yes: * Reading for pleasure * Handwriting * Concentration for long periods * Short-term memory * Managing frustration/emotional controls * Organising Skills * Writing essays or reports * Remembering times tables * Mixing upper & lower case in free writing * Spelling ...

Learning difficulties are slowly being specified & recognised & medical & educational help developed. To get this help for your child you need to know how to make the system work for you. Maria Chivers draws on expert knowledge to show how you can make this happen. This guide takes you step-by-step through diagnosis treatment education & into career options. Up-to-the-minute facts & practical advice enable you to pinpoint exactly what is wrong with your child communicate with teachers assess your childs rights & choose the right education. Many learning difficulties once identified can be overcome. If your child has or you suspect they might have learning difficulties this essential guide gives you the facts you need to take action. ...

The word dyslexia has a Greek origin dys- meaning difficulty & -lexia meaning words or language. Dyslexia is not just a reading or spelling problem; its a difficulty with language
- reading writing speaking spelling & information processing. It can in turn lead to social problems. This pocketbook is a practical guide to helping dyslexic students overcome their learning barriers & unlock their potential. Aimed at teachers in primary & secondary schools in the UK this extensively illustrated book is equally relevant to those working overseas. It provides: an outline of what dyslexia is & ways to recognise at risk of dyslexia signs; information about learning profiles of dyslexic students; suggested solutions & practical techniques; & ways to improve the performance of dyslexic students & pointers to further resources. Following an opening chapter What is Dyslexia? the book moves on to consider how multisensory learning can benefit students with dyslexia. Practical tools & techniques are provided for reading handwriting spelling maths speaking & listening music study skills & organisation. Raising self-esteem & using the 6 Ls for written & verbal communication (legibility layout language links large picture/little chunks let it settle & look again) are given chapters of their own as are the many different theories & practices currently in use from Auditory Integration Training the Davis approach & DDAT centres to programmes of learning such as Alpha to Omega & Units of Sound. The Dyslexia Pocketbook" is part of the " Teachers Pocketbooks Series" an imprint of Management Pocketbooks Ltd & winners of the 2005 Education Resources Awards. The concise practical guides are written by experienced teachers & packed with information advice ideas & strategies for primary & secondary teachers."
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Its the classic gags that keep people laughing time after time & Nick Harris has collected together a bumper batch of the best jokes that are guranteed to have anyone rolling in the aisles. With jokes ranging from the classic subjects (man walks into a bar an Englishman an Irishman & a Scotsman marriage & divorce & more) to laugh-a-minute one-liners & the downright surreal there is a wealth of hilarious subject matter to keep readers entertained. This is the perfect stocking filler for anyone that loves a good old laugh. ...

Dentist Trip is a colourful & entertaining storybook based on the award-winning television character Peppa Pig. Peppa George & Mr Dinosaur are going to the dentist. It's George's first visit & he's a teeny bit nervous. Find out how their trip goes in this lovely adventure. This series of Peppa Pig storybooks are created to help reassure children through new experiences. The Peppa Pig range of books are fun interactive & educational ideal for encouraging children to start to read by themselves. Titles available from Ladybird include: Peppa Goes Camping Peppa's First Glasses Fun at the Fair & many more. ...

Whether you want to add a dusting of magic or a sprinkle of sparkle to your cupcakes or to produce the spectacular three-tiered triumph for that special occasion this is the latest glorious offering from the Test Kitchens. Packed between all the basic recipes you need & the perfect finishing touches are step-by-step photographs on how to create the most amazing cakes
- both large & imposing & small & plentiful. Divided into sections for straightforward a bit harder & seriously impressive this is a Triple Tested (r) opportunity to dazzle. Clear easy-to-follow recipes take the craft of decorating cakes to another tier & an illustrated guide to common techniques helps to build your repertoire. With a stunning selection Decorating Cakes means that you can produce spectacular creations whatever your cake-decorating ability. Including ideas for weddings birthdays anniversaries & christenings it means that you can treat friends & family to personalised cakes for any celebration.
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My name is Kinsey Millhone. Im a private investigator.. .female single & self-employed with a constitutional inability to work for anyone else. Im a purist when it comes to justice but Ill lie at the drop of a hat. Inconsistency has never troubled me.. . It was late October the day before Halloween. He introduced himself as Alvin Limardo. The job he hired Kinsey to do seemed easy enough.. .until his cheque bounced. His real name was Dagett. John Dagett. Ex-con. Inveterate liar. Chronic drunk. & dead. The cops called it an accident -- death by drowning. Kinsey wasnt so sure. The man it seemed had a lot of enemies.. . Heart-pounding totally mesmerizing suspense New York Times ...

This title focuses on the words that sell & the brains behind the ads. In 1995 the D&AD published a book on the art of writing for advertising. Though now outdated the best-selling book remains an important reference work today
- a bible for creative directors. D&AD & Taschen have joined forces to bring you an updated & redesigned edition of the publication including works from the last 15 years. Regarded as the most challenging field in advertising copywriting is usually left to the most talented professionals
- often agency leaders or owners themselves. The book features a work selection & essays by 48 leading professionals in the world including copywriting superstars such as David Abbott Lionel Hunt Steve Hayden Dan Wieden Neil French Mike Lescarbeau Adrian Holmes & Barbara Nokes. Looking for the clues to well-written effective & compelling stories that make great advertising? Look no further.

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