Specific Disabilities Books

Dr. Upham gives an insightful perspective into her life with learning disabilities. She proves there are no limits for those with disabilites. She is as wonderful an author as she is professor!!

I found this book to have a wealth of practical examples for all the basic maths areas where dyslexic students may have problems. The examples were explained in simple terms, with resource ideas and references at the end.

You can read my review of this book in the Journal of Rehabilitation, vol 68 (1), 53

This book was delivered in perfect condition, better than dealer said. It also arrived promptly.

This a great textbook and I stress the word great. The textbook offers guidence in defining terms, working with families, and facilitating futures for individuals who have been diagnosed with moderate to severe disabilities. Teachers and future teachers of the special education field will find everthing they need to know. The information presented is clear and understandable which is a relief, compared to various other textbooks.

I have found this book to be very helpful in preparing to teach and teaching Morse code to a child. I appreciate the information on the history of Morse code, and found the descriptions of other alternative methods for communication to be helpful for future work with other people who have special needs. The personal accounts from people who rely on Morse code for communicating with others and for self expression is truly inspiring! The suggestions for teaching and learning Morse code, as well as the Morse code teaching icons have provided me with appropriate and easy to use methods for teaching Morse code in a fun way that children can enjoy. This book will provide teachers, caregivers and those who are looking for alternative methods for communication with the information they need to begin to learn Morse code in a way that is easy to understand and use. I highly recommend it!

As an author and PhD student I take seriously the area of disability studies. This thought provoking book is an excellent way to consider those whom society deems different and the limitations we place which blocks an individual more than any physical disability could. I found the writing exemplary and the content utterly compelling.
I would recommend this book not only to educators but to authors and writers who wish to add depth to their characterizations and develop an understanding of disability culture.

A very highly recommended contribution to professional and school district special education resource reference collections, Music Therapy And Leisure For Persons With Disabilities by board certified music therapist and music teacher Alicia L. Barksdale is an informative instructional guide for educators, parents, and therapists seeking to utilize music therapy to help children of all ages cope with their learning disabilities. From developing an appropriate music therapy treatment plan; to organizing a music therapy program, goals and objectives to be achieved in community-based settings; and so much more, Music Therapy And Leisure For Persons With Disabilities is a candid and welcome assessment of the means to make the most of music as an aid to not only learning, but fully partaking of life itself.

This is a great book that suggests ways to improve literacy today in schools. It explains the need to change in elementary schools. This book is a wonderful resource for all educators!

The revolutionary way ahead in education! An absolute must for anyone in regular and special education. Read other work on Professor Reuven Feuerstein like "Don't accept me as I am" written by Reuven Feuerstein. For much more information about the work of the great man and his methods go to www.icelp.org