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Finding out that a child has dyslexia can be shocking and confusing - and thousands of parents get this disturbing news every day. Appearing as early as when a child is struggling to say “Mama” and “Dada,” dyslexia is a condition that will affect a child’s ability to read, write, and understand basic language construction - and for a parent, this can be a tough reality to take in. Covering information on every stage of diagnosis, treatment, and growth, this reference will help parents: teach children how to cope with educational, personal, and social difficulties; choose the right school and reduce academic struggles; maintain communication with their frustrated child; and more. Providing parents with the invaluable information and resources they need, this book takes an in-depth look at the reality of the disability and manages to make sense of it for worried parents.

Help your child succeed in the classroom--and in life!As a parent of a child with dyslexia you may wonder what you should expect as your child goes through life. How can you help your child deal with school and succeed? It's true, there are challenges for children with dyslexia, but when identified early, they can be overcome successfully. Abigail Marshall, manager of dyslexia.com, shows you how to:Identify the early symptoms of dyslexia.Work with teachers to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP).Reduce homework struggles.Find the best treatment program.Help your child develop skills with the use of assistive technology.Plan for college and career.The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with Dyslexia, 2nd Edition is your first step in facing the challenges of dyslexia with a positive attitude.

Help your child succeed in the classroom--and in life!As a parent of a child with dyslexia you may wonder what you should expect as your child goes through life. How can you help your child deal with school and succeed? It''s true, there are challenges for children with dyslexia, but when identified early, they can be overcome successfully. Abigail Marshall, manager of dyslexia.com, shows you how to:Identify the early symptoms of dyslexia.Work with teachers to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP).Reduce homework struggles.Find the best treatment program.Help your child develop skills with the use of assistive technology.Plan for college and career.The Everything Parent''s Guide to Children with Dyslexia, 2nd Edition is your first step in facing the challenges of dyslexia with a positive attitude.

Although dyslexia affects 10 to 15 percent of the U.S. population, only 5 out of every 100 dyslexics are recognized and receive assistance. If you''re the parent of a child with dyslexia, this statistic can be disconcerting, especially when it comes to your child''s academic performance and developing social skills. The Everything Parent''s Guide to Children with Dyslexia gives you a complete understanding of what dyslexia is, how to identify the signs, and what you can do to help your child. This authoritative book seeks to alert parents to the special needs associated with this learning disability and offers practical suggestions for getting involved in the classroom.The Everything Parent''s Guide to Children with Dyslexia shows you how to:Select the right treatment programs for your childSecure an IEPChoose a school and reduce homework strugglesDevelop your child''s skills with the use of assistive technologyMaintain open communication and offer supportThe Everything Parent''s Guide to Children with Dyslexia is your first step in facing the challenges of dyslexia with a positive attitude.