a guidebook to accompany the storybook 'a nasty dose of the yawns' Hutton, Plum creator author. Hodge, Freddie illustrator. text bibliography Case studies. enk 2022 monographic eng

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x, 58 pages : illustrations ; 30 cm. "This guidebook, designed to be used alongside the storybook, A Nasty Dose of the Yawns, has been created to educate readers on the practical, social and psychological impacts of dyslexia on children and young people. Providing an easy-to-read introduction to dyslexia and literacy difficulties, this resource is rooted in theory, and takes a holistic approach to supporting children with dyslexia. Chapters cover not only strategies to support literacy before and during their school lives, but also offers an understanding of the emotional challenges that come with struggling to master a skill that other people pick up so easily. Key features include: -An accessible guide to dyslexia and literacy difficulties -Chapter-by-chapter discussion points for use with A Nasty Dose of the Yawns, supporting young people's reading of the story, helping them to understand dyslexia and encouraging them to recognise their strengths -Case studies and strategies to help parents and practitioners recognise the challenges faced by children with dyslexia, and to provide additional support This is an essential resource for teachers and other professionals supporting children aged 8-12 with literacy difficulties or dyslexia"-- Introduction -- Understanding literacy difficulties -- The psychological impact of dyslexia -- Using a nasty dose of yawns to promote discussions -- Supporting children with early literacy skills -- Supporting children with persistent literacy difficulties. Plum Hutton ; Illustrated by Freddie Hodge. Includes bibliographical references. Dyslexic children Education Dyslexic children Education Case studies Dyslexia Psychological aspects Dyslexia Psychological aspects Case studies LC4708 .H88 2022 371.9144 H979s Hutton, Plum. London ; New York, NY : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2022 (DLC) 2021046765 9781032076393 2021046764 DLC 211209 20251007143639.0 22342742 eng