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Books
and Research
Resources for Parents/Families
Anderson, W., Chitwood, S., & Hayden, D. (1997). Negotiating
the special education maze: A guide for parents and teachers
(3rd ed.). Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House. (Available from
Woodbine House, 800-843-7323.
http://www.woodbinehouse.com
Cronin, E.M. (1997). Helping your dyslexic child: A guide
to improving your child's reading, writing, spelling, comprehension,
and self-esteem. Rocklin, CA: Prima. Available from Prima
Publishing, 800-726-0600.
http://www.primapublishing.com
Currie, P.S., & Wadlington, E.M. (2000). The source
for learning disabilities. East Moline, IL: LinguiSystems.
Telephone: 800.776.4332.
http://www.linguisystems.com
Fisher, G., & Cummings, R. (2002). The survival guide
for teenagers with LD (learning differences) (revised and
updated ed.). Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit. Available from
Free Spirit Publishing, 800-735-7323, http://www.freespirit.com
Foss, J. (2002). Nonverbal learning disability: How To recognize
it and minimize its effects (ERIC EC Digest #E619).
http://www.ericdigests.org/2002-4/nonverbal.html
Fowler, M.C. (2002). Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
NICHCY Briefing Paper, 1-20. (Available online at:
http://www.nichcy.org
or at 800-695-0285
Hall, S., & Moats, L.C. (1998). Straight talk about
reading: How parents can make a difference during the early
years. New York: McGraw Hill/Contemporary.
Telephone: 877.833.5524
http://books.mcgraw-hill.com
Porterfield, K.M. (1999). Straight talk about learning disabilities.
New York: Facts on File. Telephone: (800-322-8755).
http://www.factsonfile.com
Shaywitz, S. (2003). Overcoming dyslexia: A new and complete
science-based program for reading problems at any level.
New York: Knopf. (Available from Amazon.com)
Silver, L. (1998). The misunderstood child: Understanding
and coping with your child's learning disabilities (3rd
ed.). New York: Three Rivers Press. (To find a local or
online bookseller go to:
http://www.randomhouse.com/reader_resources/ordering.html
Smith, C., & Strick, L.W. (1999). Learning disabilities
from A to Z: A parent's complete guide to learning disabilities
from preschool to adulthood. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster.
To find a local or online bookseller go to:
http://www.simonsays.com.
Smith, S. (1995). No easy answers (Rev. ed.). New York,
NY: Bantam. (To find a local or online bookseller go to:
http://www.randomhouse.com/reader_resources/ordering.html
Weinstein, L. & Siever, D. (2003). Reading David: A
mother and son's journey through the labyrinth of dyslexia.
New York: Penguin. Available at: (800) 788-6262. http://www.penguinputnam.com
Resources for Adults
American Council on Education. (1998). GED accommodations
for disabilities. Available online at:
http://www.acenet.edu/AM/Template.cfm?Section=GEDTS&Template=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=11512
Brown, D. (1996). Job accommodations for people with dyslexia:
Coping in the workplace. Available online in HTML or audio
format at:
http://www.interdys.org
Hayes, M.L. (1993). You don't outgrow it: Living with learning
disabilities. Novato, CA: Academic Therapy. Available from
Academic Therapy, 800-422-7249, http://www.academictherapy.com
Kerka, Sandra (1998). Adults
with learning disabilities (ERIC Digest No. 189). Available
online at:
http://ericdigests.org/1998-2/adults.htm
LDOnline offers extensive information
and publications for adults with learning disabilities.
Available at:
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/adult/index.html
LINCS is the literacy community's gateway to the world of
adult education and literacy resources on the Internet.
Explore its resources on learning disabilities at: http://www.nifl.gov/lincs.
National Adult Literacy and Learning Disabilities Center
(NAALD). (1999). Bridges to practice: A research-based guide
for literacy practitioners serving adults with learning
disabilities [Training package and video]. Washington, DC:
Author. Available online at: http://www.nifl.gov/nifl/ld/bridges/bridges.html
Roffman, A.J. (2000). Meeting the challenge of learning
disabilities in adulthood. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes.
Available at (800) 638-3775, http://www.brookespublishing.com
Ross-Kidder, K. (2002). The GED and students with LD and/or
ADHD. Available online at: http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/adult/transitions_ged.html.
Resources for Educators
Colarusso, R.P., O'Rourke, C.M. (1999) Special education
for all teachers (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt Publishing
Company.
Currie, P.S., & Wadlington, E.M. (2000). The source
for learning disabilities. East Moline, IL: LinguiSystems.
Order at (800) 776-4332 or online at: http://www.linguisystems.com
Gerber, P. (1998). Characteristics of adults with specific
learning disabilities. Available online at:
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/adult/characteristics.html
Hallahan, D.P., & Kauffman, J.M. (2000). Exceptional
learners: Introduction to special education. Boston: Allyn
& Bacon.
Harwell, J.M. (2003, August). Ready-to-use tools & materials
for remediating specific learning disabilties (Complete
Learning Disabilities Resource Library, Volume II). Jossey-Bass.
Available at (877) 762-2974 or online at:
http://www.josseybass.com
Harwell, J.M. (2002). Complete learning disabilities handbook:
Ready-to-use strategies and activities for teaching students
with learning disabilities (2nd ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Jossey-Bass.
Available at (877) 762-2974 or online at:
http://www.josseybass.com
LDOnline Teacher's Homepage
This page showcases ideas and strategies for teaching students
with learning disabilities from outstanding and experienced
teachers. You can find out what to do if you suspect a student
has a learning disability; how to handle assessment issues,
inclusion, and parent conferences; and what teaching strategies
and techniques work. http://www.ldonline.org/teaching/index.html
Lerner, J.W. (2000). Learning
disabilities: Theories, diagnosis, and teaching strategies
(8th ed.). Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin.
Telephone: (877) 859-7241
http://college.hmco.com/students/index.html
Lerner, J.W., Lowenthal, B., & Egan, R.W. (1998). Preschool
children with special needs: children at risk: children
with disabilities. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
Telephone: (800) 666-9433.
Lyle, M. (1998). The LD teacher's IEP companion: Goals,
strategies, and activities for LD students. East Moline,
IL: LinguiSystems.
Telephone: (800) 776-4332
http://www.linguisystems.com
Lyon R. (1997). Report on learning disabilities research.
Adapted from testimony given by Dr. Reid Lyon before the
Committe on Education and the Workforce in the U.S. House
of Representatives on July 10, 1997. Available online at:
http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/reading/nih_report.html
Mather, N., & Goldstein,
S. (2001). Learning disabilities and challenging behaviors:
A guide to intervention and classroom management. Baltimore,
MD: Paul H. Brookes. Order at (800) 638-3775 or online at:
http://www.brookespublishing.com
Mercer, C.D., & Mercer,
A.R. (2001). Teaching students with learning problems (6th
ed.). New York: Prentice Hall College. Order at (800) 282-0693
or online at: http://vig.prenhall.com
Mercer, C.D, (1997). Students
with learning disabilities (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River,
NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc. Available at (800) 282-0693 or online
at:
http://vig.prenhall.com
Minskoff, E., & Allsopp,
D. (2003). Academic success strategies for adolescents with
learning disabilities and ADHD. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes.
National Adult Literacy and
Learning Disabilities Center. (1999). Bridges to practice:
A research-based guide for literacy practitioners serving
adults with learning disabilities [Training package and
a video]. Washington, DC: Author. Available online at: http://www.nifl.gov/nifl/ld/bridges/bridges.html.
O'Shea, L.J., O'Shea, D.J.
& Algozzine, R. (1998) Learning disabilities: From theory
toward practice. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall,
Inc.
Available by calling (800) 282-0693.
Shaw, S.F., Scott, S., & McGuire, J.M. (2001, November).
Teaching college students with learning disabilities (ERIC
EC Digest #E618) (ERIC Document Reproduction No. ED459548).
Available online at:
http://ericdigests.org/2002-3/college.htm
Strichart, S.S., Iannuzi, P.,
& Magrum II, C.T. (2001). Teaching study skills and
strategies to students with learning disabilities, attention
deficit disorders, or special needs (3rd ed.). Boston: Allyn
& Bacon. Order online at:
http://www.ablongman.com
Winebrenner, S. (n.d.). Teaching
kids with learning difficulties in the regular classroom:
Strategies and techniques every teacher can use to challenge
and motivate struggling students. Minneapolis, MN: Free
Spirit Press. Order online at:
http://www.freespirit.com
or at 800-735-7323
Vermont Parent Training and
Information Center. What is dysgraphia? What to do when
children have trouble with writing.
http://www.vtpic.com/downloads/fact_dysgraphia.pdf#search=%22dysgraphia%22
Publications/Journals
Intervention in School and
Clinic
Includes hands-on tips, techniques, methods, and ideas from
top authorities for improving the quality of assessment,
instruction, and management. Published five times a year.
A publication of Pro-Ed, 8700 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin,
TX 78757-6897.
Telephone: (800) 897-3202; (512) 451-3246
http://www.proedinc.com/journals.html
Journal of Learning Disabilities
The Journal of Learning Disabilities provides information
about best practice and research in learning disabilities.
Available at: http://www.sagepub.com/journal.aspx?pid=251
Journal of Special Education
The Journal of Special Education is a research journal in
the field of special education for individuals with disabilities
ranging from mild to severe. Quarterly. A publication of
Pro-Ed, 8700 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, TX 78757-6897.
Telephone: (800) 897-3202; (512) 451-3246
http://www.proedinc.com/journals.html
Learning Disabilities - A Multidisciplinary
Journal
Publication of the Learning Disabilities Association of
America, 4156 Library Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Twice
yearly.
Telephone: (412) 341-1515
http://www.ldaamerica.org
Learning Disabilities Research
& Practice
This journal presents current research in the field of learning
disabilities and disseminates information important to practitioners
in the field. Members of the Division for Learning Disabilities
(a special interest division of the Council for Exceptional
Children) receive the Journal series as part of their membership.
http://www.teachingld.org/become/default.htm.
Learning Disability Quarterly
This journal reports research on the many facets of learning
disabilities. Published four times per year by the Council
for Learning Disabilities. Membership in the Council for
Learning Disabilities includes a complimentary subscription,
but a subscription is also available without membership
at:
http://www.jstor.org/journals/07319487.html
Reading & Writing Quarterly
- Overcoming Learning Difficulties
This journal provides critical information to improve instruction
for regular and special education students who have difficulty
learning to read and write for university-based instructors
and researchers, learning consultants, school psychologists,
and teachers. Published quarterly by Taylor & Francis,
Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/10573569.asp
Remedial and Special Education.
This journal emphasizes interpretation of research and specific
recommendations for practice. A bimonthly publication of
Pro-Ed, 8700 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, TX 78757-6897.
Telephone: (800) 897-3202, (512) 451-3246.
http://www.proedinc.com/journals.html
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