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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

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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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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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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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Living Well with Chronic Illness

Write your own roadmap to healing in tough times

by Grace Quantock ...

The definitive guide to finding your own way of living a vibrant, fulfilling life alongside chronic illness.'There is great power in Grace's writing and in her' Cathy Rentzenbrink, bestselling author of The Last Act of LoveWriter and psychotherapeutic counsellor Grace Quantock uses her personal experience of living with chronic illness for over two decades, and from thousands of hours working with ... Read more

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The definitive guide to finding your own way of living a vibrant, fulfilling life alongside chronic illness.'There is great power in Grace's writing and in her' Cathy Rentzenbrink, bestselling author of The Last Act of LoveWriter and psychotherapeutic counsellor Grace Quantock uses her personal experience of living with chronic illness for over two decades, and from thousands of hours working with
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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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Solve It! The Only Speedsolving Guide for Blind Cubers

by Paul Martz ...

You're blind. You interact with a sighted world by touch. Everything you do requires memory, agility, and concentration. Despite new challenges each day, you persevere and succeed. You're a problem solver.If that's you, then you already possess the skills to solve the tactile Rubik's Cube™.Solve It! is written for you—the blind cuber, solving a tactile cube by touch. It contains no illustrations ... Read more

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You're blind. You interact with a sighted world by touch. Everything you do requires memory, agility, and concentration. Despite new challenges each day, you persevere and succeed. You're a problem solver.If that's you, then you already possess the skills to solve the tactile Rubik's Cube™.Solve It! is written for you—the blind cuber, solving a tactile cube by touch. It contains no illustrations
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Case Studies in Special Education and Additional Learning Needs

by Mary A. Houser, Tara S. Guerriero, Colleen E. Commisso ...

Series series Special Education Law, Policy, and Practice
Case Studies in Special Education and Additional Learning Needs is an all-important resource containing 44 high quality case studies portraying students of different ages and abilities. Part I addresses both the disability categories under IDEA (e.g., learning disabilities and autism) and additional learning needs (e.g., impact of trauma, language and cultural differences, assistive technology, ... Read more

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Case Studies in Special Education and Additional Learning Needs is an all-important resource containing 44 high quality case studies portraying students of different ages and abilities. Part I addresses both the disability categories under IDEA (e.g., learning disabilities and autism) and additional learning needs (e.g., impact of trauma, language and cultural differences, assistive technology,
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A Different View of Curriculum and Assessment for Severe, Complex and Profound Learning Disabilities

Edited by Peter Imray, Lila Kossyvaki, Michael Sissons ...

Series series Connecting Research with Practice in Special and Inclusive Education
A Different View of Curriculum and Assessment links a theoretical pedagogical model with a sympathetic practical model of curriculum and assessment difference for those with PMLD, CLD and SLD.Split into two parts, this accessible resource combines theoretical explanations with first-hand accounts of how this works in educational establishments, through the analysis of evidence-based practice ... Read more

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A Different View of Curriculum and Assessment links a theoretical pedagogical model with a sympathetic practical model of curriculum and assessment difference for those with PMLD, CLD and SLD.Split into two parts, this accessible resource combines theoretical explanations with first-hand accounts of how this works in educational establishments, through the analysis of evidence-based practice
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Reading Between the Signs

Intercultural Communication for Sign Language Interpreters

by Anna Mindess ...

In Reading Between the Signs, Anna Mindess provides a perspective on a culture that is not widely understood - American Deaf culture. With the collaboration of three distinguished Deaf consultants, Mindess explores the implications of cultural differences at the intersection of the Deaf and hearing worlds.Used in sign language interpreter training programs worldwide, Reading Between the Signs is a ... Read more

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In Reading Between the Signs, Anna Mindess provides a perspective on a culture that is not widely understood - American Deaf culture. With the collaboration of three distinguished Deaf consultants, Mindess explores the implications of cultural differences at the intersection of the Deaf and hearing worlds.Used in sign language interpreter training programs worldwide, Reading Between the Signs is a
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I figli nelle separazioni conflittuali e nella (cosiddetta) PAS (Sindrome di Alienazione Genitoriale). Massacro psicologico e possibilità di riparazione

Massacro psicologico e possibilità di riparazione

by Francesco Montecchi ...

La nuova edizione di un libro rivolto ai professionisti dell’infanzia sia di area medica, psicologica e sociale ma anche legale (avvocati e magistrati, impegnati nelle separazioni coniugali), nonché a chi vuole comprendere la complessa e dolorosa realtà di questi bambini. NOTA DELL'EDITORE: la versione PDF di questo ebook è visualizzabile su Pc, Mac e tablet; tutte le altre versioni sono ... Read more

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La nuova edizione di un libro rivolto ai professionisti dell’infanzia sia di area medica, psicologica e sociale ma anche legale (avvocati e magistrati, impegnati nelle separazioni coniugali), nonché a chi vuole comprendere la complessa e dolorosa realtà di questi bambini. NOTA DELL'EDITORE: la versione PDF di questo ebook è visualizzabile su Pc, Mac e tablet; tutte le altre versioni sono
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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

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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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DitzAbled Princess

A Comical Diary Inspired by Real Life

by Jewel Kats ...

Jewel at 33 is a Princess in her own right.She's a fun-loving, demanding Diva who loves to shop as much she loves to write. Jewel is the apple of everyone's eye--be it her doting family, her doctor for her never-ending bowel issues, her pushy book editor and especially her frugal husband's soft spot. So, what's Jewel's weakness? Her pet dogs: Snowie and Dolly. Particularly, naughty Snowie who is ... Read more

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Jewel at 33 is a Princess in her own right.She's a fun-loving, demanding Diva who loves to shop as much she loves to write. Jewel is the apple of everyone's eye--be it her doting family, her doctor for her never-ending bowel issues, her pushy book editor and especially her frugal husband's soft spot. So, what's Jewel's weakness? Her pet dogs: Snowie and Dolly. Particularly, naughty Snowie who is
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Disability and the University

A Disabled Students’ Manifesto

Edited by Christopher McMaster, Benjamin Whitburn ...

Disability and the University: A Disabled Students’ Manifesto is a guide to what students with disabilities need to know about attending university, as well as to the essentials universities should provide for these students. Each chapter presents a benchmark for students to follow as they travel through the institution, and lays clear what they should expect. Written by former students with ... Read more

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Disability and the University: A Disabled Students’ Manifesto is a guide to what students with disabilities need to know about attending university, as well as to the essentials universities should provide for these students. Each chapter presents a benchmark for students to follow as they travel through the institution, and lays clear what they should expect. Written by former students with
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Foundations of Orientation and Mobility, Volume II, 4th ed.

Instructional Strategies and Practical Applications

Edited by William R Wiener, Robert S Wall Emerson, Bruce B Blasch ...

Now in its fourth edition, Foundations of Orientation and Mobility remains the classic reference and textbook for O&M professionals and students alike. A comprehensive work spread across two volumes, Foundations of O&M, 4th ed., contains contributions from over 50 of the leading scholars, teachers, and practitioners in the field addressing topics such as teaching methodologies, sensorimotor ... Read more

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Now in its fourth edition, Foundations of Orientation and Mobility remains the classic reference and textbook for O&M professionals and students alike. A comprehensive work spread across two volumes, Foundations of O&M, 4th ed., contains contributions from over 50 of the leading scholars, teachers, and practitioners in the field addressing topics such as teaching methodologies, sensorimotor
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Foundations of Orientation and Mobility, Volume I

History and Theory, 4th ed

Edited by William R Wiener, Robert S Wall Emerson, Bruce B Blasch ...

Now in its fourth edition, Foundations of Orientation and Mobility remains the classic reference and textbook for O&M professionals and students alike. A comprehensive work spread across two volumes, Foundations of O&M, 4th ed., contains contributions from over 50 of the leading scholars, teachers, and practitioners in the field addressing topics such as teaching methodologies, sensorimotor ... Read more

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Now in its fourth edition, Foundations of Orientation and Mobility remains the classic reference and textbook for O&M professionals and students alike. A comprehensive work spread across two volumes, Foundations of O&M, 4th ed., contains contributions from over 50 of the leading scholars, teachers, and practitioners in the field addressing topics such as teaching methodologies, sensorimotor
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Not Dyslexia, It's Photophobia

by Margaret Brown ...

What is photophobia? Well, according to definition it is "painful sensitivity to strong light." Now, of course, who wouldn't have that problem? It's why we wear sunglasses! But it is much more than that! Ironically, you won't find the information I offer in this book on the Internet and that's because most people are not aware that photophobia is an 'umbrella' term referring to how the eye filters ... Read more

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What is photophobia? Well, according to definition it is "painful sensitivity to strong light." Now, of course, who wouldn't have that problem? It's why we wear sunglasses! But it is much more than that! Ironically, you won't find the information I offer in this book on the Internet and that's because most people are not aware that photophobia is an 'umbrella' term referring to how the eye filters
... Read more
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

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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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Only Heroes and Horses

by Natalie O’Rourke ...

Including a brand-new bonus chapter'[Park Lane Stables] is such a force for good' - Rob Brydon '[An] uplifting story' - Horse and RiderThis is the story of Park Lane Stables. It is about hope, about horses and about lots and lots of heroes.Natalie O'Rourke was an ordinary little girl from Birmingham in all respects save one: she was lonely. When she discovered how much she loved horses, she ... Read more

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Including a brand-new bonus chapter'[Park Lane Stables] is such a force for good' - Rob Brydon '[An] uplifting story' - Horse and RiderThis is the story of Park Lane Stables. It is about hope, about horses and about lots and lots of heroes.Natalie O'Rourke was an ordinary little girl from Birmingham in all respects save one: she was lonely. When she discovered how much she loved horses, she
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Children with Visual Impairment in Mainstream Settings

by Christine Arter ...

First published in 1999. This book seeks to inform teachers in mainstream schools and colleges, who are new to teaching children and young people with a visual impairment, how successful inclusion may be achieved. The text will examine some of the challenges facing this group in accessing the curriculum and suggest ways in which these challenges can be met. While the book is primarily aimed at ... Read more

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First published in 1999. This book seeks to inform teachers in mainstream schools and colleges, who are new to teaching children and young people with a visual impairment, how successful inclusion may be achieved. The text will examine some of the challenges facing this group in accessing the curriculum and suggest ways in which these challenges can be met. While the book is primarily aimed at
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Grundbegriffe der Hörgeschädigtenpädagogik

Ein Handbuch

Edited by Annette Leonhardt, Thomas Kaul ...

Die Gehörlosen- und Schwerhörigenpädagogik (Hörgeschädigtenpädagogik) hat von allen sonderpädagogischen Fachrichtungen die längste Tradition, ist multidisziplinär ausgerichtet und verfügt über ein umfangreiches und hoch spezifisches Fachwissen. Das fachliche Spektrum reicht von zentralen pädagogischen Fragestellungen der Förderung und Rehabilitation bis hin zu spezifischen Inhalten der Audiologie, ... Read more

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Die Gehörlosen- und Schwerhörigenpädagogik (Hörgeschädigtenpädagogik) hat von allen sonderpädagogischen Fachrichtungen die längste Tradition, ist multidisziplinär ausgerichtet und verfügt über ein umfangreiches und hoch spezifisches Fachwissen. Das fachliche Spektrum reicht von zentralen pädagogischen Fragestellungen der Förderung und Rehabilitation bis hin zu spezifischen Inhalten der Audiologie,
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Self-Efficacy and Success: Narratives of Adults with Disabilities

by Erez C. Miller, Efrat Kass ...

Series series Behavioral Science and Psychology (R0)
Based on the analysis of eighteen authentic and inspiring personal stories, this book illustrates how people with severe childhood disabilities achieved extraordinary career success. Growing up, the people surrounding them and environmental conditions helped them develop their self-efficacy.The book is divided into four parts. It begins by discussing the elusive essence of success, especially for ... Read more

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Based on the analysis of eighteen authentic and inspiring personal stories, this book illustrates how people with severe childhood disabilities achieved extraordinary career success. Growing up, the people surrounding them and environmental conditions helped them develop their self-efficacy.The book is divided into four parts. It begins by discussing the elusive essence of success, especially for
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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

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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

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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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13 Paths to Understanding

A Guide to Physical Therapy for the Autistic Individual

by Dr. Kevin Mathew PT. DPT. PPSC. ...

13 Paths to Understanding: A Guide to Physical Therapy for the Autistic Individual is a comprehensive and compassionate guidebook designed to support parents, caregivers, teachers, and physical/occupational therapists in their journey to enhance the lives of autistic individuals through physical activity.Authored by someone with a deeply personal connection to the subject-having been a brother to ... Read more

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13 Paths to Understanding: A Guide to Physical Therapy for the Autistic Individual is a comprehensive and compassionate guidebook designed to support parents, caregivers, teachers, and physical/occupational therapists in their journey to enhance the lives of autistic individuals through physical activity.Authored by someone with a deeply personal connection to the subject-having been a brother to
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