learning disabilities

From his first day, school had been torture for Gregory and it got progressively worse, until he was expelled in eighth grade, but through all his difficulties, Gregory could count on support from his grandfather, until his grandfather became ill and needed support from Gregory.

Discusses what a learning disability is, types of learning disorders, growing up with a learning disorder, diagnosis and intervention, adults coping with learning disorders, and current trends in research and education.

Provides information and advice to young people who have different learning styles on such topics as dating, driving, getting a job, and planning for the future.

Hank Zipzer has come up with a unique Halloween costume for the parade, but his friends think his idea is a little over the top.

At first, Trisha loves school, but her difficulty learning to read makes her feel dumb, until, in the fifth grade, a new teacher helps her understand and overcome her problem.

Stuck in summer school while his friends enjoy a "Passport to Hawaii," Hank needs to earn an A on an oral report about Einstein in order to participate in Magik 3's talent show act at the luau extravaganza.

Describes what is like to have a learning disability and how different people handle the challenges these difficulties present.

Explains a variety of learning disabilities to elementary school children.

Efforts to impress a visiting student from Japan cause Hank to hide his dyslexia while the gang makes enchiladas for a Multi-Cultural Day lunch, and Hank is afraid he was very wrong about the amount of chili powder called for in the recipe.

Fourth-graders Hank, Ashley, and Frankie are excitedly preparing for a magic show at the Rock 'N Bowl when Hank's creative alternative to an English essay lands him in detention and grounded the week of the show.