Dyslexia (Life Balance) [Paperback]

Elaine Landau (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2004 | Age Level: 10 and up | Series: Life Balance

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Looks at the way people are affected by dyslexia and how it is diagnosed, and explains the educational techniques to help people cope with this learning disability.

--This text refers to the School & Library Binding edition.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-8-- Narration by dyslexics combines with an overview of the disorder to give readers an informative and thought-provoking look at this often misunderstood condition. Beginning with the struggles of a young student to cover for his difficulties, the book goes on to describe the various manifestations of dyslexia, therapies, and outcomes. Emphasis on dyslexia as a dysfunction, rather than a curable disease, is a recurrent theme throughout, all the while maintaining a positive, upbeat tone. Content is a balance of text and illustrations, with an equal number of pages given to each. The full-color photographs depict afflicted children and young adults in a variety of situations, and offer insight into how their minds function. While several fictional titles have featured dyslexic characters, this is unique in its presentation of the topic for this age level, and deserves consideration. --Denise L. Moll, Lone Pine Elem . School, West Bloomfield, MI
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Kirkus Reviews

A ``First Book'' survey of a common learning disability, including a general description of its possible effects, both functional and emotional; anecdotal glimpses of kids struggling along undiagnosed, misunderstood by teachers and peers; and the outlook for success with specialized help. Upbeat color photos (including college students, thus extending readership) do a lot to set the positive tone of a book that should reassure dyslexics while it informs their families and classmates. Good list of ten organizations; glossary (seven words, including ``menial''--why bother?); ``For further reading'' (it's true that little is available, but this four-book list exaggerates the lack); index. (Nonfiction. 9-14) -- Copyright ©1991, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Paperback: 79 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT) (September 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0531166120
• ISBN-13: 978-0531166123
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,059,388 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm a children's book author and writing coach who loves both children and books. I've never been much of a fiction fan, I've spent my time both reading and writing nonfiction. I live in tropical Miami with my husband and son who are nonfiction lovers as well.