A must-have guide for any parent or teacher of a child struggling to learn to read, this essential resource begins by answering the question "What is Dyslexia?" Moats and Dakin have masterfully selected and distilled the most significant research in the field to provide clear and detailed explanations of the widely accepted research-based definition of dyslexia, identification and treatment of dyslexia at various stages of development, emotional consequences of reading difficulties, current research on the role of genetics and the brain, essential elements of effective reading, and treatment options for the most severe cases of dyslexia and other reading problems.-- back cover
SAVE 10% when you order the text and workbook together! This highly anticipated second edition, updated by renowned expert Louisa Moats, enhances one of the most influential reading textbooks of the past decade. It incorporates the latest research to help elementary educators understand the structure of written and spoken English, how children learn to read, and how to deliver explicit, high-quality literacy instruction. Every chapter has been meticulously revised to prepare today's literacy educators to effectively teach all students, including those with disabilities.
The new edition offers in-depth explanations of its alignment with current scientific research on reading, language, and spelling. It includes expanded information on critical language elements such as orthography, morphology, phonetics, phonology, semantics, and syntax. Teachers will find improved exercises to test and reinforce their knowledge, teaching activities that connect coursework with classroom practice, and new chapter objectives for easier course planning. Additional samples of student writing help educators interpret children's mistakes, while expanded lesson plans incorporate the book's language concepts. With a cleaner, more navigable layout, this core textbook is ideal for preservice courses and inservice professional development. Educators will gain the knowledge needed to recognize and address their students' reading and writing challenges,
