Survival Guide for Kids with Learning Differences

Gary Fisher Phd

ISBN 10: 1575421194 / ISBN 13: 9781575421193

Published by Teacher Created Materials, Inc, 1992

About this Item

What is LD? Why do some kids have LD? Why is it hard for kids with LD to learn? Why do other kids sometimes tease kids with LD? What happens when kids with LD get out of school? If you are a kid with LD, you may have lots of questions like these. This book has many answers. It can help you understand LD better. It can also help you understand yourself better.

Seller Inventory # CIN1575421194G

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Survival Guide for Kids with Learning Differences
• Publisher: Teacher Created Materials, Inc
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1575421194
• ISBN 13: 9781575421193
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

First published in 1990, this survival guide has helped countless young people labeled “learning disabled”—and the adults who care about them. Meanwhile, laws have changed and technology has advanced. This revised and updated edition retains the best of the original edition: the warmth, affirmation, and solid information kids need to know they’re smart and can learn, they just learn differently. It answers the many questions they have, like “Why is it hard for kids with LD to learn?” and “What happens when you grow up?” It explains what LD means (and doesn’t mean); defines different kinds of LD; describes what happens in LD programs; helps kids deal with sad, hurt, and angry feelings; suggests ways to get along better in school and at home; and inspires young people to set goals and plan for the future. Includes resources for parents and teachers.

About the Author

Gary Fisher, Ph.D., is a professor and the director of the Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Rhoda Cummings, Ed.D., is a professor in the Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno.