learning disabled children

An eleven-year-old boy with a learning disability describes how his parents and teachers became aware of his condition and arranged for him to join some of his classmates who receive special instruction at their own levels.

A comprehensive guide to learning impairments that connects the latest brain research with strategies to help teachers identify and cope with the most common learning disorders.

Describes how teachers can use RTI (response to intervention) methods to address challenging behaviors of struggling learners in the classroom.

Suggests literacy activities for teachers to implement Response to Intervention--RTI--and use differentiated instruction in the classroom with activities designed for the whole group, guided practice, small groups, partners, and independent learning. Includes a CD-ROM with reproducibles in both English and Spanish.