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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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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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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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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

$30.46 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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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
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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
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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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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
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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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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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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
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Transforming Media Accessibility in Europe

Digital Media, Education and City Space Accessibility Contexts

Edited by Ann Marcus-Quinn, Krzysztof Krejtz, Carlos Duarte ...

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, accessibility in media has emerged as a crucial frontier for inclusion, equality, and knowledge democracy.The present edited volume "Transforming Media Accessibility in Europe: Digital Media, Education and City Space Accessibility Contexts" is a comprehensive exploration of technological, societal, psychological, and legal aspects of media accessibility in ... Read more

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In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, accessibility in media has emerged as a crucial frontier for inclusion, equality, and knowledge democracy.The present edited volume "Transforming Media Accessibility in Europe: Digital Media, Education and City Space Accessibility Contexts" is a comprehensive exploration of technological, societal, psychological, and legal aspects of media accessibility in
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Dopo la diagnosi

Guida pratica per genitori fra burocrazia, diritti e possibilità

by Elisa Paganelli ...

Ricevere una diagnosi che riguarda il proprio figlio può essere un momento travolgente, carico di emozioni, dubbi e domande. Cosa fare ora? A chi rivolgersi? Quali sono i diritti e le opportunità a disposizione?Questo manuale è nato per accompagnare i genitori in questo percorso, offrendo informazioni chiare e strumenti pratici per orientarsi dopo la diagnosi. Dalla comprensione della disabilità ... Read more

$8.99 AUD

Ricevere una diagnosi che riguarda il proprio figlio può essere un momento travolgente, carico di emozioni, dubbi e domande. Cosa fare ora? A chi rivolgersi? Quali sono i diritti e le opportunità a disposizione?Questo manuale è nato per accompagnare i genitori in questo percorso, offrendo informazioni chiare e strumenti pratici per orientarsi dopo la diagnosi. Dalla comprensione della disabilità
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Inclusive Design and Accessibility Paradigms in Lebanon

University Built Environments Case Studies

by Itab Shuayb ...

Series series Literature, Cultural and Media Studies (R0)
This book describes the disability rights movement that started in the USA and its influence on the disability rights movement in Lebanon, which has led to the endorsement of the Lebanese Disability Act 220/2000. The book introduces the reader to the Lebanese Disability Act 220/ 2000, its definition of disability, and its relation to the medical and social models of disabilities and then ... Read more

$170.16 AUD

This book describes the disability rights movement that started in the USA and its influence on the disability rights movement in Lebanon, which has led to the endorsement of the Lebanese Disability Act 220/2000. The book introduces the reader to the Lebanese Disability Act 220/ 2000, its definition of disability, and its relation to the medical and social models of disabilities and then
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Ungleichheitsbezogene Deutungsmuster und Handlungsorientierungen von Freiwilligen

Eine längsschnittliche Analyse studentischen Bildungsengagements

by Nicole Vetter ...

Series series Education and Social Work (German Language)
Das Buch beleuchtet das in Deutschland noch relativ junge Feld zivilgesellschaftlichen Bildungsengagements aus ungleichheitssoziologischer Perspektive anhand eines konkreten Falls: Ein studentischer Verein, der ‚motivierten‘ und gleichzeitig ‚sozial benachteiligten‘ Schüler*innen der Sekundarstufe I kostenfreie Nachhilfe in den Kernfächern an Schulen in einem großstädtischen Raum ermöglicht. Die ... Read more

$80.99 AUD

Das Buch beleuchtet das in Deutschland noch relativ junge Feld zivilgesellschaftlichen Bildungsengagements aus ungleichheitssoziologischer Perspektive anhand eines konkreten Falls: Ein studentischer Verein, der ‚motivierten‘ und gleichzeitig ‚sozial benachteiligten‘ Schüler*innen der Sekundarstufe I kostenfreie Nachhilfe in den Kernfächern an Schulen in einem großstädtischen Raum ermöglicht. Die
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Una didattica innovativa per l'apprendente sordo. Con esempi di lezioni multimediali e tradizionali

Con esempi di lezioni multimediali e tradizionali

by Simonetta Maragna, Maria Roccaforte, Elena Tomasuolo ...

Un libro per gli insegnanti curricolari, di sostegno e assistenti alla comunicazione che lavorano con apprendenti sordi. Un testo ricco di esempi, suggerimenti e percorsi di lavoro, accompagnati però sempre da riflessioni teoriche, affinché il saper fare derivi dalla consapevolezza che la sordità può diventare una risorsa per tutta la classe, perché visualizzare una lezione facilita la ... Read more

$51.69 AUD

Un libro per gli insegnanti curricolari, di sostegno e assistenti alla comunicazione che lavorano con apprendenti sordi. Un testo ricco di esempi, suggerimenti e percorsi di lavoro, accompagnati però sempre da riflessioni teoriche, affinché il saper fare derivi dalla consapevolezza che la sordità può diventare una risorsa per tutta la classe, perché visualizzare una lezione facilita la
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Abuso e maltrattamento all'infanzia. Modelli di intervento e terapia cognitivo-comportamentale

Modelli di intervento e terapia cognitivo-comportamentale

by AA. VV. ...

Frutto di una lunga attività clinica e di ricerca effettuata con vittime di violenza sessuale, fisica, psicologica e con le loro famiglie, questo manuale si rivolge a chi, in sedi diverse, si prende cura di loro, in particolare allo psicoterapeuta, ma anche all’assistente sociale, all’educatore, al giudice minorile o all’avvocato. ... Read more

$76.99 AUD

Frutto di una lunga attività clinica e di ricerca effettuata con vittime di violenza sessuale, fisica, psicologica e con le loro famiglie, questo manuale si rivolge a chi, in sedi diverse, si prende cura di loro, in particolare allo psicoterapeuta, ma anche all’assistente sociale, all’educatore, al giudice minorile o all’avvocato.
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Befaehigen, befaehigt werden, sich befaehigen – Eine Auseinandersetzung mit dem Capability Approach

Gerechtigkeitstheoretische Ueberlegungen zur Sozialen Arbeit

by Miriam Lange ...

Series Book 78 - Erziehungskonzeptionen und Praxis / Educational Concepts and Practice
Ressourcenorientierung, Empowerment und Befähigung als Konzepte der Wertschätzung der Fähigkeiten von AdressatInnen finden in der Pädagogik zunehmend Beachtung. In diesen Diskurs reiht sich der Capability Approach ein. Der gerechtigkeitstheoretische Ansatz – vom Ökonomen Amartya Sen für die Armutsforschung entwickelt und von Martha Nussbaum sozialphilosophisch erweitert – wird zunehmend ... Read more

$76.55 AUD

Ressourcenorientierung, Empowerment und Befähigung als Konzepte der Wertschätzung der Fähigkeiten von AdressatInnen finden in der Pädagogik zunehmend Beachtung. In diesen Diskurs reiht sich der Capability Approach ein. Der gerechtigkeitstheoretische Ansatz – vom Ökonomen Amartya Sen für die Armutsforschung entwickelt und von Martha Nussbaum sozialphilosophisch erweitert – wird zunehmend
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Manifesto del disability manager

by Rodolfo Dalla Mora, Palma Marino Aimone, Margherita Caristi, Nicola Marzano, Veronica Mattana ...

Il “Manifesto del Disability Manager” è il documento attraverso il quale la SIDiMa (Società Italiana Disability Manager) intende rendere manifesta la connotazione del Disability Manager, soprattutto in presenza di un quadro normativo di riferimento della figura che è disomogeneo e frammentario. In particolare, si intende fornire indicazioni chiare sul percorso formativo specifico per una reale ... Read more

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Il “Manifesto del Disability Manager” è il documento attraverso il quale la SIDiMa (Società Italiana Disability Manager) intende rendere manifesta la connotazione del Disability Manager, soprattutto in presenza di un quadro normativo di riferimento della figura che è disomogeneo e frammentario. In particolare, si intende fornire indicazioni chiare sul percorso formativo specifico per una reale
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Integrare la disabilità. Una metodologia interdisciplinare per leggere il cambiamento culturale

Una metodologia interdisciplinare per leggere il cambiamento culturale

by Francesca Greco ...

Il volume propone strumenti teorici e metodologici per esperti del settore e studenti in formazione, ma offre anche utili spunti di riflessione per tutti coloro che nella propria esperienza personale si sono confrontati con la disabilità di un conoscente, un amico o una persona cara e sono interessati a sviluppare un modo diverso di considerare l’integrazione. ... Read more

$36.29 AUD

Il volume propone strumenti teorici e metodologici per esperti del settore e studenti in formazione, ma offre anche utili spunti di riflessione per tutti coloro che nella propria esperienza personale si sono confrontati con la disabilità di un conoscente, un amico o una persona cara e sono interessati a sviluppare un modo diverso di considerare l’integrazione.
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Surdez e linguagem

Aspectos e implicações neurolinguísticas

by Ana Paula Santana ...

Para os pais, ter um filho diagnosticado surdo implica uma série de escolhas. Há de se decidir se ele fará alguma cirurgia, se aprenderá a língua de sinais e a língua oral e ainda se estudará em escola especial ou comum. Nesse momento, surgem vários preconceitos, como a ideia de que o surdo não tem capacidade de se comunicar. Neste livro, Ana Paula Santana faz uma reflexão sobre as visões médicas, ... Read more

$18.99 AUD

Para os pais, ter um filho diagnosticado surdo implica uma série de escolhas. Há de se decidir se ele fará alguma cirurgia, se aprenderá a língua de sinais e a língua oral e ainda se estudará em escola especial ou comum. Nesse momento, surgem vários preconceitos, como a ideia de que o surdo não tem capacidade de se comunicar. Neste livro, Ana Paula Santana faz uma reflexão sobre as visões médicas,
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Alltagsrassismus erfahren

Prozesse der Subjektbildung – Potenziale der Transformation

by Astride Velho ...

Series Book 5 - Interkulturelle Paedagogik und postkoloniale Theorie
Die subjektorientierte Studie befasst sich mit der psychischen Form rassistischer Macht und mit Potenzialen der Transformation. Die Autorin befragte Personen mit Rassismuserfahrungen mittels problemzentrierter biographischer Interviews. Die Analyse verdeutlicht, wie tief alltägliche Rassismuserfahrungen in Selbst- und Weltverhältnisse eingreifen und in welch komplexer Weise Prozesse der ... Read more

$86.99 AUD

Die subjektorientierte Studie befasst sich mit der psychischen Form rassistischer Macht und mit Potenzialen der Transformation. Die Autorin befragte Personen mit Rassismuserfahrungen mittels problemzentrierter biographischer Interviews. Die Analyse verdeutlicht, wie tief alltägliche Rassismuserfahrungen in Selbst- und Weltverhältnisse eingreifen und in welch komplexer Weise Prozesse der
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