Children with Learning Difficulties

This book is written to enable educators and parents to understand the nature of learning disability so they in turn can transform the capabilities of their students. Many children have difficulties learning in school and college but not all are learned disabled. A specific learning disability occurs when difficulty with reading writing or mathematics actively interferes with the learning process. Most learning disabled individuals are bright intelligent and creative yet may struggle in reading writing or arithmetic. This book discusses how to identify the exact nature of the learning disability outlines procedures for assessment and diagnosis and suggests methods that have proven to be effective. Practical guidelines and resources are available for teachers educators and parents. Anyone working with a learning disabled individual will find this book an invaluable resource and tool. This book is based on a firm belief that all children can learn and their functioning can be meaningfully enhanced through appropriate educational interventions and mediation. Children with dyslexia and other learning disabilities do become contributing adults head corporations and institutions and make remarkable achievements in diverse fields. The diagnosis of a learning disability is no longer a stigmatising label but a stamp that upholds the childs uniqueness. Written in clear simple language the book is an absolute must for parents educators and other concerned individuals who want to jumpstart their childs education future.