Books about learning disabilities
The Power of Different
What is The Power of Different about?
Mental health disorders and learning disabilities are typically presented in a negative light. But psychiatrist Gail Saltz explores the positive and even extraordinary features of brain differences. "The Power of Different" inspires us to be open and dive deeper.
Make It Stick
What is Make It Stick about?
Challenge traditional learning approaches with the 2014 bestseller, "Make It Stick." This must-read offers science-proved techniques for improving memory and learning. Read and learn more about self-trsting, spaced repetition, and mixing subjects for a more effective learning.
Scattered Minds (1999)
What is Scattered Minds (1999) about?
Dispelling the myth of ADD as a purely genetic condition, Scattered Minds emphasizes the significant role of emotional and psychological factors. Gabor Maté offers a blend of neuroscience, psychology, and personal anecdotes for a path toward healing and resilience. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding an often misunderstood condition.
The Brain That Changes Itself
What is The Brain That Changes Itself about?
“The Brain That Changes Itself” is an accessible primer to our brain that explores how it works and modifies. This book helps to understand how we can stimulate changes in our brain and what makes this part of our body so unique.
Driven to Distraction
What is Driven to Distraction about?
Attention Deficit Disorder requires understanding and support. "Driven to Distraction" has helped many individuals gain more self-compassion and knowledge, making their lives better. If you're not sure whether you or your friend has this condition, the book includes helpful diagnostic criteria.
The Gift of Failure
What is The Gift of Failure about?
“The Gift of Failure” (2015) promotes a well-rounded approach to parenting to create a nurturing environment for kids. It suggests shifting focus from grades to intrinsic motivation, cultivating problem-solving skills, and a growth mindset. The book encourages supportive parenting and educational independence to help you raise well-rounded individuals.
Proust and the Squid
What is Proust and the Squid about?
"Proust and the Squid" explores the act of reading in an engaging and enlightening manner. Why is reading is harder for some and easier for others? How does dyslexia impact readers' lives? Find answers in Maryanne Wolf's book!
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan
What is The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan about?
The parents and teachers of dyslexic children often struggle with understanding the child's difficulties. This book offers a practical approah that facilitates effective learning process. Ben Foss helps the readers create a specific plan backed by science.
Grit
What is Grit about?
“Grit” by Angela Duckworth explores the importance of persistence and how it’s connected to our success. Duckworth suggests that the secret to remarkable accomplishments isn't innate talents but rather a blend of resilience and enthusiasm. This concept is called “grit,” and you can gradually cultivate it to achieve your goals.
Moonwalking with Einstein
What is Moonwalking with Einstein about?
“Moonwalking with Einstein” offers valuable insights on how to enhance your memory skills. By using suggested techniques, you can effectively memorize information and do your best at studying or in your career.
Overcoming Dyslexia
What is Overcoming Dyslexia about?
Dyslexic individuals face many challenges in everyday life. To learn more about this learning difficulty, explore the work by Sally E. Shaywitz — a scholar who has dedicated her life to researching this condition. Her book offers both scientific basis and practical strategies.
It All Makes Sense Now
What is It All Makes Sense Now about?
If you need insights from someone who knows what ADHD is like, read Meredith Carder's work! "It All Makes Sense Now" is full of helpful strategies and practical suggestions for ADHDers. Discover more about yourself or someone close to you.
A Mind for Numbers
What is A Mind for Numbers about?
In her book “A Mind for Numbers”, Barbara Oakley shares the secrets of learning through using the most of our cognitive abilities. Through this book, you will learn how to combat procrastination and exam stress and learn something effectively.
Learning How to Learn
What is Learning How to Learn about?
Through teaching effective learning strategies, "Learning How to Learn" will help you master difficult subjects you've been scared to take up. This book for kids and teens offers brain-based techniques to make studying fruitful and fun. It also explores such topics as wandering thoughts, mental ruts, and procrastination.
Mindshift
What is Mindshift about?
Everybody, at least once in their lives, has been at a crossroads. “Mindshift” by Barbara Oakley will help you choose the right course to change your life. After reading the summary, you will know how to follow your desires as well as discover and develop your hidden talents.
The Art of Learning
What is The Art of Learning about?
A world champion martial artist and eight-time national chess champion Josh Waitzkin teaches you valuable lessons he learned through his own experience. These two competitive fields have helped him identify life's key principles for achieving goals.
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