learning disabled children

"Provides basic consumer health information about the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of various learning disabilities and other conditions that impact learning, along with facts about early intervention and the special education process, advice for coping at home and school, and handling the transition to adulthood. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--Provided by publisher.

Max Leonard, convinced he is horrible at math because he experiences test anxiety every time the teacher starts the timer, amazes everyone by his ability to complete algebra problem sets.

A memoir in which Samantha Abeel discusses her life before and after being diagnosed with the math-related learning disability discalculia in seventh grade.

Offers specific help to teachers and parents of misunderstood learners, explaining how they can help special learners grow into self-sufficient, responsible adults who can recognize their strengths and manage their weaknesses.

Personal accounts, case studies, and articles explore various aspects of learning disabilities, their causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Explains the causes, disorders, and treatments of learning disabilities, and provides information on recognizing learning disabilities, understanding the difference between specific disabilities, diagnosing disabilities, and choosing the right therapies and treatments.

Carolyn continues to get frustrated with her cursive writing until her teacher, Mrs. Thompson, is able to turn it into confidence.

Provides teachers with tools to make inclusive education work, and includes building a foundation, promoting passion, thinking big, empowering students, supportive instructional thinking, and more.

Provides information and guidance for teachers on the Response to Intervention, or RTI, approach to learning disability identification, discussing the standard treatment protocol method, the problem-solving method, and implementation.