Overcoming dyslexia : a major update and revision of the essential program for reading problems at any level, incorporating the latest breakthroughs in science, educational methods, technology, and legal accommodations
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New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2020.
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2nd edition.
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viii, 596 pages ; 25 cm
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Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2020.
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Book
Edition
2nd edition.
Language
English

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"This Is A Borzoi Book" -- taken from title page verso.
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First edition published in 2003.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 247-568) and index.
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"From one of the world's leading experts on reading and dyslexia comes the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book yet to help one understand, identify, and overcome the reading problems that plague American children today. For the one in every five children who has dyslexia and the millions of others who struggle to read at their own grade levels--as well as for their parents, teachers, and tutors--this book can make a difference. Dr. Shaywitz's book is a trusted source to turn to for information, advice, guidance, and explanation. Her cutting-edge research is translated into an easy-to-follow plan of action, offering help and hope to all who have reading problems and to their families as well. In this book you will learn: -What dyslexia is and why some intelligent, gifted people read slowly and painfully -How to identify dyslexia in preschoolers, schoolchildren, young adults, and adults -How to find the best school and how to work productively with your child's teacher -Exercises to help children use the parts of the brain that control reading -A twenty-minute nightly home program to enhance reading -The 150 most common problem words--a list that can give your child a head start -Ways to raise and preserve a child's self-esteem and reveal his strengths -Stories of successful men and women who are dyslexic."--Amazon.com.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Shaywitz, S. E., & Shaywitz, J. (2020). Overcoming dyslexia: a major update and revision of the essential program for reading problems at any level, incorporating the latest breakthroughs in science, educational methods, technology, and legal accommodations (2nd edition.). Alfred A. Knopf.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Shaywitz, Sally E. and Jonathan, Shaywitz. 2020. Overcoming Dyslexia: A Major Update and Revision of the Essential Program for Reading Problems At Any Level, Incorporating the Latest Breakthroughs in Science, Educational Methods, Technology, and Legal Accommodations. Alfred A. Knopf.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Shaywitz, Sally E. and Jonathan, Shaywitz. Overcoming Dyslexia: A Major Update and Revision of the Essential Program for Reading Problems At Any Level, Incorporating the Latest Breakthroughs in Science, Educational Methods, Technology, and Legal Accommodations Alfred A. Knopf, 2020.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Shaywitz, Sally E.,, and Jonathan Shaywitz. Overcoming Dyslexia: A Major Update and Revision of the Essential Program for Reading Problems At Any Level, Incorporating the Latest Breakthroughs in Science, Educational Methods, Technology, and Legal Accommodations 2nd edition., Alfred A. Knopf, 2020.

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