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FDK Lending Library 

FDK are pleased to announce that we now have a large number of books relevant to various aspects

of Dyspraxia.

The library opened to members from 12th of May 2005 and thereafter monthly at each
parent support meeting.

Do take the chance to borrow the books - there are a wide variety and we hope that members
will find them informative and helpful.

A full list of titles and a description as well as conditions for borrowing are listed below.

 
Book List
TitleBrief description
Developmental Dyspraxia

Madeleine Portwood                 (Copies x2)

Second Edition (1999)
Identification & Intervention, a manual for parents & professionals.
 This second edition of Portwood's successful manual aims to give
parents & professionals the confidence to diagnose & assess dyspraxia
Dyspraxia in the Early Years

Christine Macintyre                   (Copies x1)

(2000)
dentifying & Supporting Children with Movement Difficulties. 
The author makes practical suggestions of what can be done
 to help in the nursery and infant classrooms.
Dyspraxia
The Hidden Handicap

Dr Amanda Kirby                      (Copies x2)

First published 1999
This book explains information about, Causes, Symptoms,
Diagnostic procedures & other possible conditions, in simple terms.
Includes a glossary of technical words that may be used by professionals
Helping Children
With Dyspraxia

Maureen Boon                         (Copies x3)

Third impression 2004
'Clear & positive answers to the questions asked by parents & teachers
 about behaviour, causes & assessment associated with dyspraxia.
 It also discusses the range of possible therapeutic interventions.'
-ASCS for information
Living with Dyspraxia

(Copies x2)
Compiled By Mary Colly, and the
Dyspraxia Foundation adult Support Group

Second Edition
Revised & Updated 2002
A guide for adults with developmental dyspraxia.
This book shares practical hints on coping with the condition,
and how you & the professionals who work with you can make
day-to-day living easier.
Praxis, Makes Perfect 2 Dyspraxia: an essential guide for parents and  teachers.
 (Copies x2)

Edited by Penny Hunt, B.A. (Hons), PGCE.

First Published 1998
This new version now reflects secondary as well as primary practice. 
This publication includes: Assessment, Therapy,
Classroom management, Handwriting, self-Esteem, coping strategies
 for Behavioural problems, Verbal dyspraxia & Parental perceptions.
Take Time                                            (Copies x5)
Mary Nash-Wortham & Jean Hunt

Reprinted 2003
Movement exercises for parents, teachers and therapists of children
with difficulties in Speaking, Reading, writing and Spelling.
The parent can actively participate in the process of helping their child
overcome difficulties, by using this book.
Write From the Start
The Teodorescu Perceptuo-Motor Programme

Ion Teodorescu & Lois M. Addy
LDA

Reprinted 2003
Book One, Two & Teacher's Book
Copies    x2     x2              x1
Developing the fine-motor and perceptual skills for effective handwriting.
Developing the intrinsic muscles of the hand alongside the necessary
perceptual skills, over 400 carefully graded exercises and other activities.


Booklets/Leaflets List
Tips With Teens

Adlerian Workshop & Publication

Written by Dr. Lilian Beattie
Copies x5
The Booklets and Printouts with relevance

to title, give Professional opinions regarding

Information, help, Advice, Coping strategies

and links to other Organisations who might be

of interests or use.
Discover Yourself

Gill Dixon
         A Book for children with Dyspraxia
          Copies x16
Dyspraxia Foundation Printouts
       
        Seeing Your Way Through series
       
       *Bullying a Guide for Parents
       *Beat the Bullies- A guide for Children
       *Physiotherapy and Dyspraxia for Parents
       *Suggestions for Suitable Games for the         
                 Child with Dyspraxia

Lending agreement
  • The Library is available to all FDK members.
  • Before a book is borrowed, whoever is in charge of the library at the time will make sure FDK has the borrowers correct address and current contact number.
  • Books and leaflets are available to borrow and return and/or peruse at least once a month at the parent support meeting 
  • If possible this will be the case at the fun nights too.
  • A £2 deposit will be required at the time of borrowing, which will be reimbursed when the book is returned.
  • There is no time limit on keeping a book (or books)
  • If a member wants to return a book but can't get to a meeting or fun night, contact us and we'll arrange it's  return another way.
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