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Do bananas chew gum? / by Gilson, Jamie.(CARDINAL)510841;
Able to read and write at only a second grade level, sixth-grader Sam Mott considers himself dumb until he is prompted to cooperate with those who think something can be done about his problem.Accelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Fiction.; Reading disability; Reading disability;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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How the brain learns to read / by Sousa, David A.,author.(CARDINAL)724891;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-253) and index.The Bad News and the Good News -- About This Book -- Assessing Your Current Knowledge of Reading -- 1.Learning Spoken Language -- 2.Learning to Read -- 3.Teaching Reading for Encoding and Decoding -- 4.Teaching Reading for Comprehension -- 5.Recognizing Reading Problems -- 6.Overcoming Reading Problems -- 7.Reading in the Content Areas -- 8.Putting It All Together.English language variations.Examines source material on brain research and provides primary and secondary classroom reading strategies for teachers based on the most current findings. There are five core chapters on - what the research tells us, understanding language acquisition, instructional strategies, identifying reading problems, and strategies for resolving reading problems.
Subjects: Reading.; Reading disability; Brain.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Diagnosis and correction of reading problems / by Morris, Darrell.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-2474 and index.Introduction -- Administering an informal reading diagnosis -- Interpretation of reading scores -- Beyond the initial reading diagnosis -- Preventing reading problems in the early grades -- Correcting reading problems in the later grades I: basic teaching strategies -- Correcting reading problems in the later grades II: case studies -- Clinical training for teachers of reading.
Subjects: Reading disability; Reading;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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100+ ideas for supporting children with dyslexia / by Reid, Gavin,1950-(CARDINAL)643463; Green, Shannon.(CARDINAL)482063;
Includes bibliographical references (page 166).
Subjects: Dyslexic children; Reading disability.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The parent's guide to understanding and supporting your child with literacy difficulties / by Muter, Valerie,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-243) and index.Introduction -- Part I: Knowledge: The key to understanding your child's difficulties -- 1. Beginning to read; it's about cracking a code -- 2. Moving beyond cracking the code -- 3. When literacy development goes wrong -- 4. Not all dyslexic children look the same -- 5. Why many dyslexic children have more than literacy difficulties: Co-occurrence -- Part II: Supporting your child with a literacy difficulty -- 6. How we identify and assess literacy difficulties -- 7. Identifying and assessing co-occurring difficulties -- 8. How we teach children with literacy difficulties -- 9. What parents can do at home to support literacy learning -- 10. How to support your child with co-occurring difficulties -- 11/ Some broader management issues and what to do if your child has a complex difficulty."Why do some children experience literacy difficulties? How can I identify if my child finds reading and spelling challenging? What is the best way to support them at home? As a parent, it can be difficult to identify how your child's literacy difficulties may present in a home setting and supporting the child with literacy difficulties doesn't end at the school gates Child psychologist, Valerie Muter, goes beyond the classroom to offer a wealth of resources for parents to use at home to help engage their child in reading and writing. From giving you a guidance on how to communicate with teachers about your concerns and requesting screenings and assessments to giving you lots of tips and tricks that you can implement at home to support your child's growth, this is the ultimate guide to answer all of the questions you might have about literacy difficulties and more"--
Subjects: Informational works.; Self-help publications.; Handbooks and manuals.; Reading disability.; Dyslexia.; Reading; Reading;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Supporting students with dyslexia / by Reid, Gavin,1950-author.; Green, Shannon,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 133-134).Do you need ready-to-use, fun and engaging ideas for supporting students with dyslexia in your classroom? Then look no further! Designed for busy secondary school teachers, this book is packed with tried-and-tested activities to integrate into your lesson plans that you can use straight away. There are ideas specific to secondary subject areas, including English, maths and PE, plus loads of practical advice on key areas of personal development, from self-esteem and staying motivated to effective study skills. This is the perfect companion for teachers and SENCOs who want to ensure that those children with dyslexia in their care are fully supported to help fulfil their potential. INCLUDES: Teaching tips Taking it further ideas Quotes from teachers and pupils Bonus ideas
Subjects: Dyslexic children; Reading disability.; Dyslexia.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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My friend has dyslexia / by Doering, Amanda F.,1980-(CARDINAL)481570; Sorra, Kristin,illustrator.(CARDINAL)659560;
Includes bibliographical references (page 24) and index.A story of a girl who has a disability called dyslexia is accompanied by information about topics related to dyslexia.AD560LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Dyslexia; Reading disability;
Available copies: 12 / Total copies: 12
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Alison Walks the wire / by Sinykin, Sheri Cooper.(CARDINAL)774087; Picart, Gabriel,illustrator.(CARDINAL)393569; Grote, Rich,illustrator.(CARDINAL)644367; Huerta, Catherine,illustrator.(CARDINAL)366294;
MARCIVE 03/01/06Alison tries on a great outfit in Ellie's attic, looks into the mirror and suddenly, she is part of Circus Corbellini! With the help of her new friends and a lot of practice, she learns to walk the wire. Even Monty is in the act! But the circus is in trouble. What can Alison and Monte do to help?"Ages 7 and up"--Cover p. [4].670LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Fiction.; Circus; Reading disability; Circus;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 7
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Overcoming dyslexia : the essential program for reading problems at any level, incorporating the latest breakthroughs in science, educational methods, technology, and legal accommodations / by Shaywitz, Sally E.,author.(CARDINAL)349137; Shaywitz, Jonathan,author.(CARDINAL)834234; Alfred A. Knopf, Inc.(CARDINAL)133459;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The nature of reading and dyslexia : The power of knowing ; The historical roots of dyslexia ; The big picture: who is affected and what happens over time ; Why some smart people can't read ; Everyone speaks, but not everyone reads ; Reading the brain ; The working brain reads -- Translating science into practice: diagnosing dyslexia : Diagnosing dyslexia---why, what, and how ; Recognizing dyslexia's early impact: spoken language ; Recognizing dyslexia's impact on learning to read ; Should my child be evaluated for dyslexia? ; Diagnosing dyslexia in the school-age child ; Identifying the at-risk child ; Diagnosing bright young adults ; Recognizing dyslexia in adult midlife women -- Helping your child become a reader : All children can be taught to read ; Helping your child break the reading code ; Helping your child become a reader ; Helping your child become a skilled reader -- Turning struggling readers into proficient readers : Michele's program: a model that works ; Teaching the dyslexic child to read ; Protecting and nourishing your child's soul -- Choosing a school : Finding the school for your dyslexic child ; A closer look at some of the finest specialized schools ; Dr. Laura Cassidy and the Louisiana Key Academy -- Success after high school and beyond : Succeeding in post-secondary education ; Selecting a college ; In college: getting started ; Helping adults become better readers -- Making it work for the dyslexic child and adult : Anxiety, ADHD, and dyslexia ; The role of technology ; Accommodations: building a bridge to success ; The law is on your side ; A person like that..."From one of the world's leading experts on reading and dyslexia comes the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book yet to help one understand, identify, and overcome the reading problems that plague American children today. For the one in every five children who has dyslexia and the millions of others who struggle to read at their own grade levels--as well as for their parents, teachers, and tutors--this book can make a difference. Dr. Shaywitz's book is a trusted source to turn to for information, advice, guidance, and explanation. Her cutting-edge research is translated into an easy-to-follow plan of action, offering help and hope to all who have reading problems and to their families as well. In this book you will learn: -What dyslexia is and why some intelligent, gifted people read slowly and painfully -How to identify dyslexia in preschoolers, schoolchildren, young adults, and adults -How to find the best school and how to work productively with your child's teacher -Exercises to help children use the parts of the brain that control reading -A twenty-minute nightly home program to enhance reading -The 150 most common problem words--a list that can give your child a head start -Ways to raise and preserve a child's self-esteem and reveal his strengths -Stories of successful men and women who are dyslexic."--
Subjects: Dyslexia.; Dyslexic children; Reading disability.; Reading;
Available copies: 29 / Total copies: 31
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Teaching reading comprehension to students with learning difficulties / by Klingner, Janette K.,author.; Vaughn, Sharon,1952-author.; Boardman, Alison,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-219) and index.Machine generated contents note: 1. Overview of Reading Comprehension -- 2. Assessing Reading Comprehension -- 3. Vocabulary Instruction -- 4. Instructional Practices That Promote Reading Comprehension -- 5. Promoting Content Area Literacy -- 6. Supporting English Language Learners with Learning Difficulties -- 7. Intensive Interventions for Students with Significant Reading Comprehension Difficulties -- 8. Multicomponent Approaches to Strategy Instruction -- Glossary."This practitioner resource and course text has given thousands of K-12 teachers evidence based tools for helping students--particularly those at risk for reading difficulties--understand and acquire new knowledge from text. The authors present a range of scientifically validated instructional techniques and activities, complete with helpful classroom examples and sample lessons. The book describes ways to assess comprehension; build the skills that good readers rely on; and teach students to use multiple comprehension strategies flexibly and effectively. Each chapter features thought provoking discussion questions. Reproducible lesson plans and graphic organizers can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size"--
Subjects: Reading comprehension; Reading; Reading disability.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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