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That's Like Me!: Stories About Amazing People with Learning Differences - Softcover

Lauren M.A., Jill

 
9781595722089: That's Like Me!: Stories About Amazing People with Learning Differences
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1595722084 ISBN 13: 9781595722089
Publisher: Star Bright Books, 2009

Synopsis

What do a trapeze artist, an Arctic explorer, and a soccer player have in common? Meet the fifteen kids and adults profiled in That s Like Me!, a collection of first-person accounts of successful people who learn differently. Whether it was reading, math, writing, or speech problems, each person shares his or her inspiring story of facing the challenge of school, while pursuing important goals. An invaluable resource list for adults and students included, as well as a place for kids to write their own success stories.

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About the Author

Jill Lauren has been teaching amazing kids and adults for over twenty-five years. Known as an expert in the area of reading and writing, Jill has trained teachers around the country. She has also worked with various schools to implement successful reading programs. As a result of her book, Succeeding with LD, she speaks to children and adults about the important lessons learned from success stories. Jill currently conducts a private practice for learning disabled students in New York City.Teaching people to read is one of Jill s favorite things to do. She also enjoys meeting people who have found a way to feel proud and happy in spite of their struggles in school. Send your story of success to www.jilllauren.com

From the Back Cover

What do a trapeze artist, an Arctic explorer, and a soccer player have in common? Meet the fifteen kids and adults profiled in That s Like Me!, a collection of first-person accounts of successful people who learn differently. Whether it was reading, math, writing, or speech problems, each person shares his or her inspiring story of facing the challenge of school, while pursuing important goals. An invaluable resource list for adults and students included, as well as a place for kids to write their own success stories.

From the Inside Flap

? Meet the fifteen kids and adults profiled in That s Like Me!, a collection of first-person accounts of successful people who learn differently.

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Publisher
Star Bright Books
Publication date
2009
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1595722084
ISBN 13 
9781595722089
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
40