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Song for A Whale

by Lynne Kelly ...

A stirring and heart-warming tale of a young deaf girl who is determined to make a difference, the perfect read for fans of Wonder.Iris was born deaf, but she's never let that define her; after all, it's the only life she's ever known. And until recently she wasn't even very lonely, because her grandparents are both deaf, too. But Grandpa has just died and Grandma's not the same without him. The ... Read more

$8.79 AUD

A stirring and heart-warming tale of a young deaf girl who is determined to make a difference, the perfect read for fans of Wonder.Iris was born deaf, but she's never let that define her; after all, it's the only life she's ever known. And until recently she wasn't even very lonely, because her grandparents are both deaf, too. But Grandpa has just died and Grandma's not the same without him. The
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The Manual Handling Revolution

by Aideen M Gallagher ...

Are you a health professional who wants to feel confident about the manual handling solutions you offer people with disabilities and their caregivers?At long last there is a book that provides a framework for health professionals in solving complex manual handling problems. The Manual Handling Revolution offers simple yet powerful insights into how we think about manual handling and guides you ... Read more

$15.06 AUD

Are you a health professional who wants to feel confident about the manual handling solutions you offer people with disabilities and their caregivers?At long last there is a book that provides a framework for health professionals in solving complex manual handling problems. The Manual Handling Revolution offers simple yet powerful insights into how we think about manual handling and guides you
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Crip Authorship

Disability as Method

Edited by Mara Mills, Rebecca Sanchez ...

2024 Daniel E. Griffiths Research Award Winner2024 Outstanding Academic Title, given by Choice ReviewsAn expansive volume presenting crip approaches to writing, research, and publishing.Crip Authorship: Disability as Method is an expansive volume presenting the multidisciplinary methods brought into being by disability studies and activism. Mara Mills and Rebecca Sanchez have convened lead... ... Read more

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2024 Daniel E. Griffiths Research Award Winner2024 Outstanding Academic Title, given by Choice ReviewsAn expansive volume presenting crip approaches to writing, research, and publishing.Crip Authorship: Disability as Method is an expansive volume presenting the multidisciplinary methods brought into being by disability studies and activism. Mara Mills and Rebecca Sanchez have convened lead...
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Discovery At Paradise Island

by Sharon Boyce ...

The fun and discovery starts as soon as Alexandria and Sarah arrive at Paradise Island. What would usually be a relaxing holiday on a tropical island turns into an exciting adventure. Sarah thinks because Alexandria's mum is in a wheelchair their holiday will be quite boring. How wrong is she?The island activities, a mystery code, digging for pirate treasure, clues and discovery make for a ... Read more

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The fun and discovery starts as soon as Alexandria and Sarah arrive at Paradise Island. What would usually be a relaxing holiday on a tropical island turns into an exciting adventure. Sarah thinks because Alexandria's mum is in a wheelchair their holiday will be quite boring. How wrong is she?The island activities, a mystery code, digging for pirate treasure, clues and discovery make for a
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Needle Arts with Vision Loss: How To Enjoy Making Braided Rugs Without Sight

Needle Arts With Vision Loss, #1

by Shireen Irvine Perry ...

Series Book 1 - Needle Arts With Vision Loss
"Needle Arts with Vision Loss" is a book series on adaptive blind techniques in braided rugs, needle felting, machine sewing, ribbon work and beading. "How To Enjoy Making Braided Rugs Without Sight" is the first book in the series. The methods have proven successful for Shireen's students over many years. She encourages her students to ask themselves, "How can I make this work safely?" instead of ... Read more

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"Needle Arts with Vision Loss" is a book series on adaptive blind techniques in braided rugs, needle felting, machine sewing, ribbon work and beading. "How To Enjoy Making Braided Rugs Without Sight" is the first book in the series. The methods have proven successful for Shireen's students over many years. She encourages her students to ask themselves, "How can I make this work safely?" instead of
... Read more
Boosting Learning in the Primary Classroom

Occupational therapy strategies that really work with pupils

by Sheilagh Blyth ...

Series series nasen spotlight
Boosting Learning in the Primary Classroom is your one-stop practical guide to understanding the physical development of children and how this affects their ability to learn. Not only does it explain the reasons behind the theories but provides over 75 practical tips that really work in the classroom.The book is based on a successful five-step approach to help children acquire the skills needed to ... Read more

$89.50 AUD

Boosting Learning in the Primary Classroom is your one-stop practical guide to understanding the physical development of children and how this affects their ability to learn. Not only does it explain the reasons behind the theories but provides over 75 practical tips that really work in the classroom.The book is based on a successful five-step approach to help children acquire the skills needed to
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How Behavioral Optometry Can Unlock Your Child's Potential

Identifying and Overcoming Blocks to Concentration, Self-Esteem and School Success with Vision Therapy

by Joel H. Warshowsky ...

Visual dysfunctions can limit children's concentration, self esteem and school success as they struggle to understand fundamentals such as colors, letters and how to judge distance. With the right help, these obstacles can be overcome, allowing children to reach their full potential and see the world clearly.This accessible book explores how visual problems develop and how they can be reversed ... Read more

$30.99 AUD

Visual dysfunctions can limit children's concentration, self esteem and school success as they struggle to understand fundamentals such as colors, letters and how to judge distance. With the right help, these obstacles can be overcome, allowing children to reach their full potential and see the world clearly.This accessible book explores how visual problems develop and how they can be reversed
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A Guide to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Information and Advice for Teachers and Parents

by Kate Maresh, Francesco Muntoni, Veronica Hinton, Lianne Abbot, Victoria Selby, James Poysky, David Schonfeld, Nick Catlin, Celine Barry, Jon Hastie, Mark Chapman ...

The prognosis for individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is improving, with some men with DMD living into their 30s and 40s. More vital than ever, this book helps teachers and parents to support children and young people with DMD with their education and transition into adulthood.Leading experts on DMD explain Duchenne and its impact in easy-to-understand terms. Going beyond physical ... Read more

$30.99 AUD

The prognosis for individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is improving, with some men with DMD living into their 30s and 40s. More vital than ever, this book helps teachers and parents to support children and young people with DMD with their education and transition into adulthood.Leading experts on DMD explain Duchenne and its impact in easy-to-understand terms. Going beyond physical
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Supporting Children with Cerebral Palsy

by Hull City Council ...

Series series nasen spotlight
Completely revised and fully updated in light of the 2014 SEND Code of Practice, this edition familiarises readers with the specific learning needs of cerebral palsy. Offering practical tips and tried-and-tested strategies from professional practitioners, this accessible guide provides advice on how to meet the needs of young people with cerebral palsy. This new edition presents all of the ... Read more

$57.09 AUD

Completely revised and fully updated in light of the 2014 SEND Code of Practice, this edition familiarises readers with the specific learning needs of cerebral palsy. Offering practical tips and tried-and-tested strategies from professional practitioners, this accessible guide provides advice on how to meet the needs of young people with cerebral palsy. This new edition presents all of the
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Needle Arts with Vision Loss: How to Enjoy Needle Felting Without Sight

Needle Arts With Vision Loss, #2

by Shireen Irvine Perry ...

Series Book 2 - Needle Arts With Vision Loss
"Needle Arts with Vision Loss" is a book series on adaptive blind techniques in braided rugs, needle felting, machine sewing, ribbon work and beading. The methods have proven successful for Shireen's students over many years. She encourages her students to ask themselves, "How can I make this work safely?" instead of, "I can't do this because I can't see." The series may be used as a guide in ... Read more

$15.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Needle Arts with Vision Loss" is a book series on adaptive blind techniques in braided rugs, needle felting, machine sewing, ribbon work and beading. The methods have proven successful for Shireen's students over many years. She encourages her students to ask themselves, "How can I make this work safely?" instead of, "I can't do this because I can't see." The series may be used as a guide in
... Read more
The View From Down Here

Life as a Young Disabled Woman

by Lucy Webster ...

**'A vital call to arms that demands we confront ableism at every level of society.' Sophie Morgan'I have never related to a book more. Disabled or not, you must read it!' Rosie Jones'A sharp, funny, and deeply beautiful memoir that doesn't shy away from the realities of disabled life.' Ruth Madeley**Women's lives are shaped by sexism and expectations. Disabled people's lives are shaped by ableism ... Read more

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**'A vital call to arms that demands we confront ableism at every level of society.' Sophie Morgan'I have never related to a book more. Disabled or not, you must read it!' Rosie Jones'A sharp, funny, and deeply beautiful memoir that doesn't shy away from the realities of disabled life.' Ruth Madeley**Women's lives are shaped by sexism and expectations. Disabled people's lives are shaped by ableism
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Reading Between the Signs Workbook

A Cultural Guide for Sign Language Students and Interpreters

by Anna Mindess ...

This helpful workbook functions as a companion and supplement to Anna Mindess's earlier book, Reading Between the Signs: A Cultural Guide for Sign Language Interpreters, a recognized classic text for sign language interpreters and ASL students. It is arranged to correspond with the theory presented in the book and expands its focus to the relativity of politeness and the distinction between direct ... Read more

$10.99 AUD

This helpful workbook functions as a companion and supplement to Anna Mindess's earlier book, Reading Between the Signs: A Cultural Guide for Sign Language Interpreters, a recognized classic text for sign language interpreters and ASL students. It is arranged to correspond with the theory presented in the book and expands its focus to the relativity of politeness and the distinction between direct
... Read more
Supporting Children with Sensory Impairment

by Hull City Council ...

Series series nasen spotlight
This book provides a quick and easy reference guide to different types of sensory impairment, including causes, symptoms and the implications on teaching and learning. With most children and young people with hearing or visual impairments attending mainstream schools, this book explains the most effective and practical strategies for use in mainstream classrooms. Fully up to date with the 2014 ... Read more

$57.09 AUD

This book provides a quick and easy reference guide to different types of sensory impairment, including causes, symptoms and the implications on teaching and learning. With most children and young people with hearing or visual impairments attending mainstream schools, this book explains the most effective and practical strategies for use in mainstream classrooms. Fully up to date with the 2014
... Read more
Invisible Conversations

How to Use Communication to Support Those with Invisible Disabilities

by Alexandra Guillot ...

Imagine dealing with a challenge, such as chronic pain, panic attacks, or complex PTSD. How might you struggle to live your life without the assistance needed to complete daily tasks? Now, imagine that you are an adolescent juggling all of these stressors.In Invisible Conversations: How to Use Communication to Support Those with Invisible Disabilities, author Alexandra Guillotanswers these ... Read more

$7.69 AUD

Imagine dealing with a challenge, such as chronic pain, panic attacks, or complex PTSD. How might you struggle to live your life without the assistance needed to complete daily tasks? Now, imagine that you are an adolescent juggling all of these stressors.In Invisible Conversations: How to Use Communication to Support Those with Invisible Disabilities, author Alexandra Guillotanswers these
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VEDERE. Oltre lo sguardo: guida sull’ipovisione per le scuole

by Eleonora D'Avino, Associazione Nistagmo Italia ...

Il primo manuale pratico in Italia dedicato all’ipovisione in ambito scolastico.Ideato e curato dall’Associazione Italiana Nistagmo e Ipovisione, il volume nasce per accompagnare insegnanti, genitori e professionisti nella comprensione e nella gestione concreta dell’ipovisione a scuola.Il libro affronta in modo chiaro e operativo:- nozioni di base sull’ipovisione- ruolo della scuola e delle figure ... Read more

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Il primo manuale pratico in Italia dedicato all’ipovisione in ambito scolastico.Ideato e curato dall’Associazione Italiana Nistagmo e Ipovisione, il volume nasce per accompagnare insegnanti, genitori e professionisti nella comprensione e nella gestione concreta dell’ipovisione a scuola.Il libro affronta in modo chiaro e operativo:- nozioni di base sull’ipovisione- ruolo della scuola e delle figure
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Accessible Assessment and Pedagogies

Improving Student Outcomes Through Inclusive Practice

Edited by Linda J. Graham, Jill Willis ...

This book is an evidence-based, practical guide to enable pre- and in-service teachers, system, school, and middle leaders to maximise students’ understanding of classroom teaching and assessment, improving outcomes and expanding opportunities for all students.Developing accessible assessment and pedagogy is especially critical when students have language and/or attentional difficulties; what if ... Read more

$89.99 AUD

This book is an evidence-based, practical guide to enable pre- and in-service teachers, system, school, and middle leaders to maximise students’ understanding of classroom teaching and assessment, improving outcomes and expanding opportunities for all students.Developing accessible assessment and pedagogy is especially critical when students have language and/or attentional difficulties; what if
... Read more
Educação Física e as pessoas com deficiência

by Osni Oliveira Noberto da Silva, Laura Emmanuela Lima Costa, Ricardo Franklin de Freitas Mussi ...

A 'Coleção Movimentação: Debates e Propostas' vem oportunizar aos pesquisadores, docentes e extensionistas divulgarem pesquisas e intervenções, atividades singulares, que são desenvolvidas nos seus cotidianos acadêmicos, versando sobre questões teóricas e práticas, permitindo que as mais diferentes comunidades (re)conheçam a riqueza dessas ações, se apropriem e dialoguem com os autores. O sétimo ... Read more

$9.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

A 'Coleção Movimentação: Debates e Propostas' vem oportunizar aos pesquisadores, docentes e extensionistas divulgarem pesquisas e intervenções, atividades singulares, que são desenvolvidas nos seus cotidianos acadêmicos, versando sobre questões teóricas e práticas, permitindo que as mais diferentes comunidades (re)conheçam a riqueza dessas ações, se apropriem e dialoguem com os autores. O sétimo
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Inclusive Education in the Russian Federation

Scoping International and Local Relevance

Edited by Tsediso Michael Makoelle, Maria Kozlova, Elena Iarskaia-Smirnova ...

Series series Education (R0)
Marketing text:This book provides the first evidence-based accounts of inclusive education in a Russian context. It explores the critical educational changes in the Russian Federation within the post-soviet space and internationally. The book analyzes the transformation of educational practices as Russia transitions from an educational model of student support with an emphasis on disability to a ... Read more

$296.11 AUD

Marketing text:This book provides the first evidence-based accounts of inclusive education in a Russian context. It explores the critical educational changes in the Russian Federation within the post-soviet space and internationally. The book analyzes the transformation of educational practices as Russia transitions from an educational model of student support with an emphasis on disability to a
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Big Inclusive SEND Careers Handbook

by Jenny Connick ...

'I’d encourage anyone who is aspirational for the lives of young people to draw from the wisdom and best practice in [these] pages.' – Oli de Botton, CEO of the Careers and Enterprise CompanyEverything you wanted to know about SEND, inclusion and careers (but were afraid to ask).Whether you are a careers leader or adviser, school leadership team member, training provider, further education ... Read more

$57.74 AUD

'I’d encourage anyone who is aspirational for the lives of young people to draw from the wisdom and best practice in [these] pages.' – Oli de Botton, CEO of the Careers and Enterprise CompanyEverything you wanted to know about SEND, inclusion and careers (but were afraid to ask).Whether you are a careers leader or adviser, school leadership team member, training provider, further education
... Read more
Autismo e scuola dell'infanzia: come intervenire

Aspetti teorici e attività in classe

by Giuliana de Siervo, Alessandro Delle Fratte ...

Che attività preparo per il mio alunno? Che cosa lo diverte? Perché non riesco a coinvolgerlo nelle attività con gli altri? Che cosa lo ha infastidito oggi? Perché sembra non saper chiedere quello che desidera o di cui ha bisogno? Come posso farlo giocare con gli altri compagni? Che materiali posso proporgli? Come posso sostenere il suo cammino di crescita nel modo più adeguato? ... Read more

$35.19 AUD

Che attività preparo per il mio alunno? Che cosa lo diverte? Perché non riesco a coinvolgerlo nelle attività con gli altri? Che cosa lo ha infastidito oggi? Perché sembra non saper chiedere quello che desidera o di cui ha bisogno? Come posso farlo giocare con gli altri compagni? Che materiali posso proporgli? Come posso sostenere il suo cammino di crescita nel modo più adeguato?
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Dis/orientating Autism, Childhood, and Dis/ability

Developing Social Theory for Disabled Childhoods

by Jill Pluquailec ...

Series series Education (R0)
This book considers the many ways autistic lives have been dominantly storied historically, politically, socially, and culturally. Using a range of transdisciplinary theory, the author develops a theoretically rich approach termed ‘dis/orientation’, which breaks new ground for autism research’s understanding of everyday life, and everyday childhoods. The book uses stories of everyday life to ... Read more

$143.10 AUD

This book considers the many ways autistic lives have been dominantly storied historically, politically, socially, and culturally. Using a range of transdisciplinary theory, the author develops a theoretically rich approach termed ‘dis/orientation’, which breaks new ground for autism research’s understanding of everyday life, and everyday childhoods. The book uses stories of everyday life to
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Lernen von Finnland

Leitlinien für die Entwicklung inklusiver Schulen

by Christopher Mihajlovic ...

Series series Education and Social Work (German Language)
Spätestens seit dem erfolgreichen Abschneiden bei den PISA-Studien ist das finnische Bildungssystem in den Fokus des öffentlichen Interesses gerückt. In der medialen Berichterstattung wurde das finnische Schulsystem in den vergangenen Jahren häufig als Musterbeispiel für wichtige bildungspolitische Herausforderungen ins Spiel gebracht. Dies trifft besonders auf das Thema der inklusiven Beschulung ... Read more

$89.09 AUD

Spätestens seit dem erfolgreichen Abschneiden bei den PISA-Studien ist das finnische Bildungssystem in den Fokus des öffentlichen Interesses gerückt. In der medialen Berichterstattung wurde das finnische Schulsystem in den vergangenen Jahren häufig als Musterbeispiel für wichtige bildungspolitische Herausforderungen ins Spiel gebracht. Dies trifft besonders auf das Thema der inklusiven Beschulung
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Digitale Lernzentren für Social Entrepreneurship

by Ludger Kolhoff ...

Series series Education and Social Work (German Language)
In diesem Essential mit begleitendem Online-Kurs wird das Erasmus+-Projekt „Learning Centers for Social Entrepreneurs in the Digital Era“ vorgestellt. Sechs europäische Partner arbeiten zusammen, um insbesondere benachteiligte Personengruppen in ihren unternehmerischen Kompetenzen zu stärken. Durch digitale Lernmaterialien und professionelle Betreuung erhalten diese Zielgruppen die Chance, ... Read more

$14.29 AUD

In diesem Essential mit begleitendem Online-Kurs wird das Erasmus+-Projekt „Learning Centers for Social Entrepreneurs in the Digital Era“ vorgestellt. Sechs europäische Partner arbeiten zusammen, um insbesondere benachteiligte Personengruppen in ihren unternehmerischen Kompetenzen zu stärken. Durch digitale Lernmaterialien und professionelle Betreuung erhalten diese Zielgruppen die Chance,
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Every Person Is a Philosopher

Lessons in Educational Emancipation from the Radical Teaching Life of Hal Adams

Edited by Bill Ayers, Caroline Heller, Janise Hurtig ...

Series Book 10 - Teaching Contemporary Scholars
Hal Adams was a legendary radical educator who organized writing workshops with people who had been written off during much of their lives, marginalized for reasons of race, gender, class, and caste. Hal detested the carelessness and neglect his students endured and set about building spaces of respect and reparation. Fostering communities of local writers and publishing their work in journals of ... Read more

$64.89 AUD

Hal Adams was a legendary radical educator who organized writing workshops with people who had been written off during much of their lives, marginalized for reasons of race, gender, class, and caste. Hal detested the carelessness and neglect his students endured and set about building spaces of respect and reparation. Fostering communities of local writers and publishing their work in journals of
... Read more

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