The Dyslexic Advantage: Unlocking the Hidden Potential of the Dyslexic Brain
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| Rating | : | 4.93 (651 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B005IEDKQO |
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| Number of Pages | : | 186 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-06 |
| Language | : | English |
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Finally - a scientific look at the advantages of dyslexia Now "THIS" is the book I have been waiting for. As a dyslexic myself and the parent of at least one dyslexic (and gifted) child - this book is life changing, especially in terms of the educational outlook for my children. The Eides have done what so many "claim" to do in their books, but never really get there. They show clear, concrete, and proven advantages to the way the brain works for dyslexics, and shows why those advantages have "trade offs" w. This was a good read. It helped to look at dyslexia differently This was a good read. It helped to look at dyslexia differently, although it didn't help me much with tips and techniques to help my daughter. Still, I found it interesting and worthwhile. I just wish that there was more helpful advice for parents of dyslexic kids. For that, I'm extremely grateful to my daughter's teacher. If you are a parent struggling with a dyslexic child, I do recommend this book, but I also recommend reading rulers, and raised-l. Very insightful. F.C. Okay, am I the only one who thinks it's ironically comical to have a book on dyslexia that's almost 300 pages long with small words?I'm dyslexic and have been blessed to excel in business and personal areas as well due to the specifics of how I process information. I see things that seem so clear and simple that others cannot grasp, even once it's explained.I am reading and mostly finished with this book. It's a struggle, yes, but it's well worth the
While dyslexics typically struggle to decode the written word, they often also excel in areas such as mechanical reasoning (required for architects and surgeons); interconnected reasoning (artists and inventors); narrative reasoning (novelists and lawyers); and dynamic reasoning (scientists and business pioneers). Brock and Fernette Eide describe exciting new brain science revealing that dyslexic people have unique brain structure and organization. Supporting their claims with groundbreaking science and interviews with successful dyslexics and innovative teachers, the authors of this essential book show how the unique strengths of dyslexia can be captured for success at home, at school, and at work.. And for one in five people who are dyslexic, it can be. While the differences are responsible for certain challenges with literacy and reading, the dyslexic brain also gives a predisposition to important skills and special talents. Dyslexia is almost always assumed to be an obstacle. Yet for millions of successful dyslexics - including astrophysicists, mystery noveli