Learning Disabilities and Your Child: A Survival Handbook

Greene, Lawrence J.

ISBN 10: 0449902536 / ISBN 13: 9780449902530

Published by Ballantine Books, 1987

Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # I06D-00745

Synopsis:

Describes reasons children have problems in school, shares actual case studies, and explains how to identify and help learning disabled children

From the Inside Flap: abilities don't have to stand in the way of your child's success.
A learning disability can be at the root of your child's resistance, failure, and low self-esteem. It's no wonder that children with learning disabilities have difficulties both at home and at school, difficulties that are reflected in poor performance records.
Lawrence J. Greene, a pioneer in the field of learning disabilities and the Executive Director of the Developmental Learning Center in San Jose, California, for seventeen years, shares his knowledge and experience in compassionate and understanding terms. He explains how to diagnose learning disabilities ranging from dyslexia and hyperactivity to language disorders and tuning out -- and how they might affect your child. He offers helpful advice on choosing the right school or program for your child and on getting the support you need. Anecdotes, where parents and children speak out, as well as step-by-step programs that you can begin right now, make this unique book a

Bibliographic Details

Title: Learning Disabilities and Your Child: A ...
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Publication Date: 1987
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 2nd Edition