The Teacher's
Manual by
Sherry Newberry Foreword by Dean J.M. Mooney, Ph.D.,
NCSP
In the Teacher’s Guide, the ideas presented in the book, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities:A Guide to School
Success, are brought to the point of practical
application.While in the
previous book, developing IEP goals, writing accommodations, determining
the Least Restrictive Environment and instructional strategies were
discussed extensively, this manual provides concrete models, templates and
examples for each of the stated areas.It also includes a brief rationale
and materials that educators can put into place during their next day of
instruction.Students with
NLD require programs which are developed with their needs in mind.The Teacher’s Guide outlines the
core components for developing a quality program.
Sarah L. Saxton-Stevenson’s touching memoir of her daughter’s journey through Turner Syndrome is at once poignant and funny, moving and inspiring. With honesty and humor, Sarah shares her fears and tears, joys and triumphs, and offers helpful insights, practical wisdom, empathy and strength for every parent who is raising a miracle like Meghan.
Individuals with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities or Asperger’s Syndrome, among other things, often struggle immensely with inflexibility, novelty and resistance to change. Whether making a minor adjustment to the daily schedule (a powdered donut instead of a chocolate-glazed donut), or dealing with a major life event such as moving to a new home, the child with NLD or AS may experience the same level of anxiety and trepidation. The more routine and predictability you can build into the lives of these children, the safer and more secure they will feel. However, life is full of changes, sometimes there are no chocolate-glazed donuts! The authors include helpful suggestions for minimizing the effects of change on children with NLD or AS. Noah’s trip to Grandma’s house is ALWAYS the same, every summer. He boards the same train, sits in his favorite seat, and eagerly awaits his usual mid-trip snack while he looks out the window at those very familiar landmarks. But, THIS year so many things are different! Noah struggles to cope with all the changes to his routine, but, in the process learns that sometimes doing things differently can even be fun!
