Overcoming Dyslexia: A New and Complete Science-Based Program for Reading Problems at Any Level Audiobook

" Loved The book, I learned a lot about dyslexia being a language disorder Not Just a reading disorder "

" The best overall book on Dyslexia I've read, and I've read a few... Scientific without being dry, lots of case studies to add personal dimension. Never ventures off into voodoo land (and a few of these books do.) For me and my family, this is of course an adventure and it has a hero in Jack that I appreciate more every day. "

" A must read for anyone trying to learn more about this "learning style" - for it is quite definitely not a learning disability. "

" The only problem is it doesn't give you anything new and not every dyslexic has phonics issues. "

" Professional book. The cornerstone of new research on how the brain 'reads'. "

" This book promotes strong phonics based intervention in order to help the dyslexic person to become phonologically aware. "

" She explains Dyslexia, its positive and negative aspects, in a very understandable way. If you're interested in how the brain works when reading, or in the abilities it develops in order to overcome and work arround disabilities, this is a good place to start. "

" Great overview of the physiological basis of dyslexia and the scientific approaches needed in education to assist struggling readers. Will definitely be referring to it later. "

" Reading for work... "

" Very informative so far. "

" Informative and helpful... as a parent to a dyslexic son. "

" Very good information for understanding the causes of Dyslexia and strategies that can help reshape the brain to lessen the effects. Good resource for teachers and parents. "

" I read this book in one of my college classes and I have to say it was a very insightful book on Dyslexia. If you or someone you know has Dyslexia, this is a must read. "

" This is the best book on dyslexia that I have read - and I have read a lot of them. Dr. Shaywitz breaks down the science behind the symptoms and offers solutions to help. The books offers a lot of hope. "

" A must read for anyone who has a child with reading problems, or teacher concerned for her struggling students. Extremely well written in lay person terms. "

" It is giving me a lot of good insight on things that go on in my head and possibly Jackson's. "

" Great book about how we learn to read. I wish I would of read 3 years ago when my youngest was in kinder so I would of been able to track how his reading was coming along. Great pointers on how to help your child become a better reader. "

" Highly informative, and something that should be read by all teachers and those who inform public policy. "

" a great intro and overview of dyslexia "

" This book does an exceptional job of explaining in easy to understand detail the specifics of dyslexia. That said, for me, emotionally it was one of the most difficult books I have ever read. "

" Basic information about how Dyslexia works, not as technical as I would have liked. "

" Great information, easy read. Great resource for parents and teachers. "

" By far the most helpful book yet. "

" very user friendly-- great for parents, teachers and "normal people." she gets into the newer, exciting brain research, but it's still accessible to everybody. a must-read for anyone who interacts with people who have dyslexia/language-based learning disability. "

" This book renewed my passion for teaching reading. The brain research they are doing with dyslexia is amazing. "

" This book was great to understand what it is like to learn with dyslexia, and what can help those who have it. "

" Wow- if you want to really truly understand dyslexia and know its a real, and is serious. My head hurts from the information in this book. "

" This book has a deceptive title. It's a very informative but unhelpful book. "

" I figured that since it took me so long to read this book, I should add it to my shelf. A great resource for educators. "

" Sally Shaywitz has put together a very informative book here if you have a child with Dyslexia or are an educator who teaches children who are dyslexic. The begining chapters are full of interesting interesting information about the developing brain and the history of this disorder...Loved it! "

" Excellent insight into a mental disorder. Eliminates many myths of dyslexia. Provides instructive help and empathy for dyslexics. "

" I'm really trying to understand dyslexia and how to effectively help struggling readers in my class. . . this book was mildly helpful. "

" This book renewed my passion for teaching reading. The brain research they are doing with dyslexia is amazing. "

" “Fascinating look at how we read and why some people struggle with what many of us do so effortlessly. This well-written book is a great resource for parents and educators alike.” "

" It is giving me a lot of good insight on things that go on in my head and possibly Jackson's. "