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Review Date: 10/3/2011
Helpful Score: 2
Really enjoyed Jeannette Walls look back to her Grandmother's life. And the hints of what was to come from her mother and father in "Glass Castles". Although technically a novel, you get the feel for real experiences and thoughts - as though Ms Walls found some secret way to tap into her Grandmother's past. Definitely recommended, especially if you have already read - or plan to read - Glass Castles.
Review Date: 2/21/2009
From Library Journal
Cronin, founder of The Raskob Learning Institute, has worked with dyslexic children for many years. Here, she offers a straightforward overview of dyslexia: what it is, how dyslexics differ from other children, how to diagnose dyslexia, and how parents can help their dyslexic children. After opening chapters that define the problem and provide advice on when parents should seek further help, Cronin concentrates on the school-aged child who needs help in adopting a learning style after a diagnosis of dyslexia is made. Exercises to practice with a child and case studies enhance the text. Final chapters deal with adolescent and adult dyslexics. Appendixes include a glossary, bibliography, list of support groups, and supplemental material for use with home exercises. Recommended for public and community college libraries.
- Kay Brodie, Chesapeake Coll., Wye Mills, Md.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
Confusion over the term dyslexia--a dysfunction that affects a person's ability to learn to read, spell, and do math problems--is common, because dyslexia also affects nonacademic areas of a person's life and the level of dysfunction varies extensively between individuals. Cronin offers definitions, suggests how to have the situation evaluated for children and adults, and outlines specific teaching and coping mechanisms. An excellent resource for parents and educators, particularly because it tackles extracurricular as well as academic issues.
From the Publisher
Not just a reading problem, dyslexia can affect many areas of your child's life -- including understanding words, discerning left from right, and counting money. These problems can have a devastating effect on your child's self esteem and can make you feel powerless to help.
But you CAN help your dyslexic child. Eileen Cronin, Ph.D., founder of the Raskob Learning Institute, studied dyslexia for many years and developed a program that parents can use to help dyslexic children significantly improve reading, writing, and spelling. Beginning with a simple test that you can conduct at home, Cronin presents a comprehensive and holistic program that any parent or teacher can easily use.
Cronin, founder of The Raskob Learning Institute, has worked with dyslexic children for many years. Here, she offers a straightforward overview of dyslexia: what it is, how dyslexics differ from other children, how to diagnose dyslexia, and how parents can help their dyslexic children. After opening chapters that define the problem and provide advice on when parents should seek further help, Cronin concentrates on the school-aged child who needs help in adopting a learning style after a diagnosis of dyslexia is made. Exercises to practice with a child and case studies enhance the text. Final chapters deal with adolescent and adult dyslexics. Appendixes include a glossary, bibliography, list of support groups, and supplemental material for use with home exercises. Recommended for public and community college libraries.
- Kay Brodie, Chesapeake Coll., Wye Mills, Md.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
Confusion over the term dyslexia--a dysfunction that affects a person's ability to learn to read, spell, and do math problems--is common, because dyslexia also affects nonacademic areas of a person's life and the level of dysfunction varies extensively between individuals. Cronin offers definitions, suggests how to have the situation evaluated for children and adults, and outlines specific teaching and coping mechanisms. An excellent resource for parents and educators, particularly because it tackles extracurricular as well as academic issues.
From the Publisher
Not just a reading problem, dyslexia can affect many areas of your child's life -- including understanding words, discerning left from right, and counting money. These problems can have a devastating effect on your child's self esteem and can make you feel powerless to help.
But you CAN help your dyslexic child. Eileen Cronin, Ph.D., founder of the Raskob Learning Institute, studied dyslexia for many years and developed a program that parents can use to help dyslexic children significantly improve reading, writing, and spelling. Beginning with a simple test that you can conduct at home, Cronin presents a comprehensive and holistic program that any parent or teacher can easily use.
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