Practical Activities and Ideas for Parents of Dyslexic Kids and Teens

Dr Gavin Reid is an international psychologist and author who has previously worked as a classroom teacher and university lecturer. He has written over 35 books in the field of dyslexia, learning skills and motivation. As the parent of a young man with learning difficulties, Gavin is committed to supporting parents and has given lectures and seminars throughout the UK and in many other countries. Michelle McIntosh is a Certified Structured Literacy Supervisor and Practitioner, MSLE Instructor and Supervising Mentor for other structured literacy practitioners. Michelle sits on the Canadian Academy of Therapeutic Tutors (CATT-OG) as the Communications Director and Evaluations Supervisor. She has co-authored an educator's book series in the areas of structured literacy, reading fluency, and written expression. Jenn Clark is a Certified Structured Literacy Practitioner with a private practice in Vancouver, Canada. A Certified Primary school teacher, EAL Instructor, MSLE Instructor she holds a certificate in Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) and has spent the past 10 years teaching students with learning differences. She is co-creator of Aduri, a mindfulness programme for young children and has co-authored several books on reading fluency, spelling and writing.

• 1. About Dyslexia2. Reading3. Writing4. Spelling5. Social/Emotional6. Executive Functioning7. Learning Skills

Practical Ideas and Activities for Parents of Dyslexic Kids and Teens is immediately useful for any parents with dyslexic kids and teens and actually would also be useful for most schools to have too. You can see it has been written by authors with extensive first-hand knowledge and experience.Packed with an easy-to-read style with imaginative ideas to engage each young person. Many require few resources or any expensive kit. It is a sure-fire winner.