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Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read... and How They Can Learn

From the back cover:

For nearly three decades the Davis Dyslexia Correction program has helped hundreds of thousands of dyslexic adults and children learn to read, write and study efficiently using a unique approach that begins with an understanding of how dyslexics think—in pictures rather than in words. Focusing on the distinctive learning style that is shared by most people with dyslexia, The Gift of Dyslexia provides the practical skills that remove the obstacles to learning and leads students of all ages to the fullest expression of their innate gifts—and to success in every aspect of their lives.

Contents

• Foreword
• Author's Note
• Preface
• Acknowledgments

Part One - What Dyslexia Really Is

• Chapter 1: The Underlying Talent
• Chapter 2: The Learning Disability
• Chapter 3: Effects of Disorientation
• Chapter 4: Dyslexia in Action
• Chapter 5: Compulsive Solutions
• Chapter 6: Problems with Reading
• Chapter 7: Spelling Problems
• Chapter 8: Math Problems
• Chapter 9: Handwriting Problems
• Chapter 10: Attention Focus: ADD and ADHD
• Chapter 11: Clumsiness
• Chapter 12: A Real Solution

Part Two - Litle P.D.: A Developmental Theory of Dyslexia

• Chapter 13: How Dyslexia Happens
• Chapter 14: The Two-Year-Old and the Kitten
• Chapter 15: Ages Three to Five
• Chapter 16: The First Day of School
• Chapter 17: The Age of Disability

Part Three - The Gift

• Chapter 18: Understanding the Talent
• Chapter 19: Curiosity
• Chapter 20: Creativity
• Chapter 21: The Gift of Mastery

Part Four - Doing Something About It: A Guide for Parents, Tutors and Educators

• Chapter 22: How Can You Tell?
• Chapter 23: Symptoms of Disorientation
• Chapter 24: The Mind's Eye
• Chapter 25: Implementing the Davis Procedures
• Chapter 26: Perceptual Ability Assessment
• Chapter 27: Turning It Around
• Chapter 28: Release and Orientation Review
• Chapter 29: Fine Tuning
• Chapter 30: Alignment Procedure
• Chapter 31: Dial Setting
• Chapter 32: Coordination
• Chapter 33: Basic Symbol Mastery
• Chapter 34: Three Steps to Easier Reading
• Chapter 35: Symbol Mastery for Words
• Chapter 36: Continuing the Process

• Recommended Reading
• Glossary
• Index