How to Understand and Support Children with Dyspraxia Book

This book is an invaluable resource for teachers, teaching assistants and therapists working with children in this area. Written in a clear and accessible style, it includes a wealth of ideas and practical strategies to help across the curriculum.

This book will:

• provide an understanding of the nature of dyspraxia

• outline the needs and difficulties of children with dyspraxia

• help you understand why children with dyspraxia have difficulties with coordination and perception

• offer ways to identify and recognise children with dyspraxia

• provide ideas for strategies and resources.

Contains photocopiable resources and ideas and materials for in-service training.

Paperback. Contains 64 A4 pages.

Lois Addy is the Specialist Lead for Specific Learning Difficulties in North Yorkshire and a national and international consultant. She has over 30 years’ experience in working with children with SEN and takes a particular interested in children with dyspraxia.

ISBN: 978-1-85503-381-8

Contents include: Introduction. Common questions about dyspraxia. The development of motor skills and perception. Assessment and identification. Support in the classroom. Final questions. Appendix.