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Helpful Books:
- The Explosive Child by Ross Greene, Ph.D. –
This is a very helpful book for parents who have children that are easily frustrated, inflexible and who can be unpredictable and explosive. Dr. Greene provides insight into this behavior and suggests an alternative strategy to employ when rewards and consequences haven’t been helpful.
- Your Hyperactive Child by Barbara Ingersoll, Ph.D.-
Dr. Ingersoll sheds light on symptoms and behavior of ADHD throughout the span from childhood to adolescence and offers practical suggestions for coping with ADHD children.
- Putting on the Brakes: Young People's Guide to Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Revised Edition by Patricia Quinn, M.D. and Judith Stern
Important information about ADHD along with practical suggestions for coping with the problems ADHD presents - For children ages 8-13.
- Teaching Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons by Seigfreid Engleman
Presents a series of lesson in a scripted format that specifically teaches parents how to teach reading to children of all ages.
- How to Say it To Your Kids by Dr. Paul Coleman
This book gives examples of how to communicate effectively with your children on everyday issues like chores, lying, or sharing, as well as difficult topics like divorce, moving and sexuality.
- SOS: Help for Parents: A Practical Guide for Handling Common Everyday Behavior Problems by Lynn Clark
This is a no nonsense practical”field guide” for parents in understanding dealing with everyday behavior problems.
- Taking Charge of ADHD by Dr. Russell Barkley
This is an excellent resource for parents and professionals trying to help children with AD/HD and it is highly recommended. The author is a world-renowned expert who tells you how to get help for your child and yourself.
- Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.
Dr. Shaywitz participated on the Recent National Reading Panel which summarized years of research on effective reading instruction. In this book, she summarizes the findings of the panel and shares with parents and educators how to best teach reading to children with difficulties and what strategies and methods work to overcome reading problems. |