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Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read...And How They Can Learn
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013416
ISBN
9780399535666
Grade PK-AD
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Description
Dyslexia is more than the reversal of symbols by the brain. Did you know that most dyslexics can utilize the brain's ability to alter and create perceptions, think mainly in pictures instead of words, have vivid imaginations, and are more curious than average? According to author Ronald Davis, "From these [characteristics] the true gift of dyslexia can emerge-the gift of mastery. The gift of mastery develops in many ways and in many areas. For Albert Einstein, it was physics; for Walt Disney, it was art; for Greg Louganis, it was athletic prowess."
Davis, a dyslexic, is the founder of the Reading Research Council's Dyslexia Correction Center. He believes, "dyslexia is not the result of brain damage or nerve damage. Nor is it caused by a malformation of the brain, inner ear or eyeballs. Dyslexia is a product of thought and a special way of reacting to the feeling of confusion." This book provides a lot of information about dyslexia-what it is, how it affects learning, and detailed procedures on how to handle the difficulties of this learning disorder. Procedures used require two people, the dyslexic individual and a coach or helper. 260 pgs, pb. Anh
Publisher's Description of Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read...And How They Can Learn
This book outlines a unique and revolutionary program with a phenomenally high success rate in helping dyslexics learn to read and to overcome other difficulties associated with it. This new edition is expanded to include new teaching techniques and revised throughout with up-to-date information on research, studies, and contacts.
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Penguin Books |
| Grades: | PK-AD |
| ISBN: | 9780399535666 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.55 |
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