This book describes this learning disorder, and discusses diagnosing dyslexia and getting help.

This book describes this learning disorder, and discusses diagnosing dyslexia and getting help.

The author Avi has written more than 70 children’s and young adult books and has fans—young and old—all over the world. Readers can’t help but be inspired by Avi’s life story, including his battle and ultimate triumph over dyslexia. Despite his problem being ignored and not diagnosed until late in his childhood, Avi was determined to make it as a writer. This author’s story will hold readers as rapt as they are while reading one of his best-selling, award-winning novels. They’ll find themselves eagerly flipping pages to find out what happens next.

Learning difficulties are slowly being specified and recognised, and medical and educational help developed. To get this help for your child you need to know how to make the system work for you. This guide draws on expert knowledge to show how you can make this happen. This guide takes you step-by-step through diagnosis, treatment, education and into career options. Up-to-the-minute facts and practical advice enable you to pinpoint exactly what is wrong with your child, communicate with teachers, assess your child’s rights and choose the right education. Many learning difficulties, once identified, can beovercome. If your child has, or you suspect they might have, learning difficulties, this essential guide gives you the facts you need to take action.