How to help your Dyslexic and Dyspraxic Child

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A practical guide for parents

<p>How can I help my child that has got dyslexia or dyspraxia?<br> <br> Perhaps you've just found out your child has dyslexia, or suspect your child may have dyspraxia. This can be a confusing time for any parent, full of worry and uncertainty. Author Sally McKeown gets right to the heart of the matter in <em>How to Help your Child with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia</em>. She brings you expert knowledge of exactly what dyslexia and dyspraxia are and how they can affect your child&#146;s life. Through the experiences of other parents, Sally dispels common myths and helps you to better understand and support your child.<br> <br> From getting a diagnosis to making sure you get enough support from your school this guide is packed with advice to make your life easier. It&#146;s packed with practical ways to help your child, including:<br> &#149; how to build your child's confidence if it has been knocked<br> &#149; how you can help with homework, without doing it<br> &#149; games, activities and hobbies to improve co-ordination and motor skills<br> &#149; different ways of learning that your child will respond to<br> Written in a friendly style with other parents&#146; experiences littered throughout, you will find it easy to put this advice into action and help your child.</p>