Caged in Chaos: A Dyspraxic Guide to Breaking Free - Couverture souple

Biggs, Victoria

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1843103478 ISBN 13 : 9781843103479

Editeur : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2005

Synopsis

Winner of the NASEN & TES Special Educational Needs Children's Book Award 2005

Written by a teenage dyspraxic, this inspiring book is a unique practical guide for dyspraxics and those around them struggling and determined to get to grips with the social, physical and psychological chaos caused by developmental co-ordination disorders (DCDs).

In her own conversational style, Victoria Biggs discusses both the primary effects of her 'learning difference' - disorganization, clumsiness and poor short-term memory - and the secondary difficulties she and other dyspraxics encounter, including bullying, low self-esteem and loneliness. She offers down-to-earth advice on a wide range of issues, from body language, puberty, health and hygiene to family life and social skills. Personal stories and 'this-is-what-it's-like-for-me' accounts from other dyspraxic adolescents are also included.

Her positive and practical approach and profound empathy with others in her situation make this book a must-read for dyspraxics, their parents and other family members, and for professionals working with them.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Victoria Biggs is sixteen years old and has just passed her AS levels. Her writing skills have earned her a place in the National Academy for Gifted and Talented Youth.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1843103478
• ISBN 13: 9781843103479
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 200
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible