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 The Secret Life of the Dyslexic Child  

Robert Frank Ph.D., with Kathryn E Livingston  

Dyslexia is a complex disability endured by a third of children in the UK – with no two children affected alike. But it need not be a barrier to success, as the above list of high achievers (representing just a handful of famous people known to have dyslexia) shows. 

Until we understand what it is like to see the world through a dyslexic child’s eyes, it is very hard to know how best to help the child cope with and manage his or her dyslexia. The Secret Life of the Dyslexic Child bridges this information gap. Author Dr Frank, an educational psychologist and family therapist, is himself dyslexic and thus able to give a unique insight into the frustrations and fears of dyslexic children as well as propose strategies for managing the condition and achieving success. 

Dr Frank’s observations and programme are based on years of working with children and families dealing with behavioural and learning problems. He explains that dyslexia is more than just a reading problem and that, in fact, many of the methods now used by parents and teachers may be   making matters worse by reinforcing the child’s fears and frustrations. 

The Secret Life of the Dyslexic Child is divided into 4 accessible sections:

The Secret Life of the Dyslexic Child will enable readers to appreciate the emotional struggles the dyslexic child faces, help dyslexic children discover their own strengths and encourage all dyslexics to develop greater self-esteem and to aim high.

"This is an excellent book for both parent and teacher alike.  I found it read well and flows easily and really puts you into "their world" (the dyslexic child).  It gives you practical examples of situations which cause real problems for dyslexics, and will give you a new perspective on what it must feel like to live in this "secret worl"

Highly recommend this book"  If you get it and read it, please email me your thoughts" .

Debbie.  admin@dyslexichelp.org

How to Detect and Manage Dyslexia

A Reference and Resource Manual  
Phenomenal Ott, Jackie, OBE Stewart (Introduction)

Best book I've read on the subject., 16 January, 2002
As the parent of a young dyslexic son, I've found this to be an incredible resource. It has helped me understand dyslexia and has offered wonderful advice that works. Best book I've read on the subject--in both the UK and US. Should be made available internationally.

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Overcoming Dyslexia

Aimed at parents and teachers of dyslexic children, this book offers advice on how to identify, tackle and overcome the problem. Dyslexia is estimated to affect at least one in ten children, but it is widely misunderstood and often mistaken for low intelligence or laziness

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The LCP Solution: The Remarkable Nutritional Treatment for ADHD, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia  
Jacqueline Stordy

"Interesting and informative book ... I read it an put my son on Efalex and he has improved dramatically with his concentration and calmness "   A very informative look at the nutrition side and what a difference it can make".

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The Psychology of Dyslexia: A Handbook for Teachers and Useful for parents.

Michael Thomson,MSc PhD CPsychol FIARLD AFBPSS (Principal, East Court School for Dyslexic Children, Ramsgate, and Honorary Senior Lecturer in Applied Child Psychology, University of Kent

The primary purpose of this text is to present the underlying psychology of dyslexia to teachers who may be taking a training course on teaching children with dyslexia. Parents of dyslexic children, and teachers who have dyslexic children in their classes, should also find the book useful. The first four chapters explain the assessment process. The text grew out of psychology lectures given by Mike Thomson on one of the Dyslexia Institute's courses in Specific Learning Disabilities. Tables and diagrams are provided in the text wherever possible. References are kept to a minimum and are not allowed to interrupt the flow of the book, and complexity for its own sake is avoided. The spotlight is firmly on the essentials

From the Back Cover
"This is a wonderful reference book for parents of children with dyslexia. It's the kind of book they've been asking for. I have been recommnending it to parents as well as teachers. The interviews with parents, students and adults with dyslexia are one of the strengths of this book. It makes the plight of dyslexic very real and gives the reader insight into their struggles. Parents can gain a sense of support and realize they are not alone in their efforts to help their child, and teachers are continually reminded of the profound effect their teaching style and their words have on students."--Heddy Christenson, Director, Eagle Mountain School

This is a brilliant 12 page guide on how a child may explain how it feels to be dyslexic and gives teachers an insight on how a dyslexic child finds certain tasks difficult.

eg: "I wish I had a printer I could plug straight into my brain and then I would show you I'm not stupid".

When I read this booklet to my son (8 yrs) it was like a curtain being lifted for him "Yes that's just how I feel mum

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