Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

Learning to read is arguably the single most important educational challenge a child faces in the first years of schooling, setting a child up for future academic success and opportunities. However, it is estimated that one in six children experience literacy difficulties.

This is the go-to book for psychologists, educationalists and other professionals wanting a deeper understanding of current thinking around dyslexia, reading comprehension difficulties, and related SpLDs. Drawing on six fictional case studies to illustrate her points, and using examples of good practice throughout, Valerie Muter unpacks the latest psychological theories and research on literacy disorders.

She discusses the interconnections between underlying cognitive problems and learning and educational and behavioural issues, as well as the common co-occurrence of these conditions. This authoritative book also provides accessible guidance on making assessments and tailoring interventions within the home or school.

Written by a lead thinker in the field, this is an essential evidence-based guide for those working with children with literacy difficulties and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

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Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

Learning to read is arguably the single most important educational challenge a child faces in the first years of schooling, setting a child up for future academic success and opportunities. However, it is estimated that one in six children experience literacy difficulties.

This is the go-to book for psychologists, educationalists and other professionals wanting a deeper understanding of current thinking around dyslexia, reading comprehension difficulties, and related SpLDs. Drawing on six fictional case studies to illustrate her points, and using examples of good practice throughout, Valerie Muter unpacks the latest psychological theories and research on literacy disorders.

She discusses the interconnections between underlying cognitive problems and learning and educational and behavioural issues, as well as the common co-occurrence of these conditions. This authoritative book also provides accessible guidance on making assessments and tailoring interventions within the home or school.

Written by a lead thinker in the field, this is an essential evidence-based guide for those working with children with literacy difficulties and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

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Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

Understanding and Supporting Children with Literacy Difficulties: An Evidence-Based Guide for Practitioners

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Learning to read is arguably the single most important educational challenge a child faces in the first years of schooling, setting a child up for future academic success and opportunities. However, it is estimated that one in six children experience literacy difficulties.

This is the go-to book for psychologists, educationalists and other professionals wanting a deeper understanding of current thinking around dyslexia, reading comprehension difficulties, and related SpLDs. Drawing on six fictional case studies to illustrate her points, and using examples of good practice throughout, Valerie Muter unpacks the latest psychological theories and research on literacy disorders.

She discusses the interconnections between underlying cognitive problems and learning and educational and behavioural issues, as well as the common co-occurrence of these conditions. This authoritative book also provides accessible guidance on making assessments and tailoring interventions within the home or school.

Written by a lead thinker in the field, this is an essential evidence-based guide for those working with children with literacy difficulties and supporting them to achieve their full potential.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781787750586
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date: 01/21/2021
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 288
Sales rank: 439,276
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Dr Valerie Muter is a clinical and research psychologist with a special interest in children's early cognitive development, particularly in relation to language and literacy, and is an Honorary Research Associate at University College London.
Dr Valerie Muter is a clinical and research psychologist with a special interest in children's early cognitive development, particularly in relation to language and literacy difficulties.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 9

Foreword Professor Margaret Snowling 11

Introduction 13

1 The Development of Literacy Skills 19

2 When Literacy Development Goes Wrong: Literacy Disorders 49

3 Beyond the Single Deficit Model: Explaining Individual Differences: 73

4 Beyond the Single Deficit Model: Explaining Co-Occurrence 89

5 Assessment and Formulation of Literacy Difficulties 113

6 Assessing Children with Co-Occurring Difficulties 153

7 Literacy Interventions 171

8 Beyond Literacy Intervention 207

9 Bilingualism: A Sociocultural Risk Factor 233

10 Extreme Prematurity: A Neurological Risk Factor 247

Closing Comments 261

References 265

Resources 277

Subject Index 281

Author Index 287

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