{"product_id":"how-can-my-kid-succeed-in-school-what-parents-and-teachers-can-do-to-conquer-learning-problems-isbn-9780470383766","title":"How Can My Kid Succeed in School? What Parents and Teachers Can Do to Conquer Learning Problems","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat to look for when a child is struggling in school and what can be done at home and at school to help them succeed\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis practical resource for parents and teachers explains how to understand a child's complete \u003ci\u003elearning profile\u003c\/i\u003e-an inventory of his or her unique strengths and weaknesses-and provides helpful strategies that can be used at school and at home to get the child on a path to success. The book walks readers through the process of gathering clues about the child's learning style and provides guidelines for selecting the most appropriate learning strategies that will help spell success in school and life. Pohlman shows how parents and teachers can collaborate to help kids become successful learners, and also guides readers through the process of getting an educational assessment, for those students with particularly challenging issues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps readers understand what's going on when a child is struggling in school\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplains what to look for at home and at school to gather \"clues\" to understanding a child's learning profile\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShows how parents and teachers can collaborate to help a child or adolescent succeed at school\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes guidelines on obtaining educational assessments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePohlman, from the acclaimed All Kinds of Minds Institute, has conducted or supervised thousands of assessments of struggling learners\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe author vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One Conquering learning problems at home 11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Looking for clues at home 13\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciphering the Clues 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Discoveries During Homework Time 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocating Clues in Work Samples 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetective Work During Down Time 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciphering Disorganization 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Picking strategies for home 57\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Unreliable Attention 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Memory Gaps 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Limited Language 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Weak Graphomotor Function 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Shaky Concepts and Reasoning 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking About Learning 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two Conquering learning problems at school 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Looking for clues at school 91\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObserving During Independent Work 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClues Emerging from Student Interactions 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetective Work During Downtime 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocating Clues in Work Samples 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciphering Disorganization 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Picking strategies for the classroom 123\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Unreliable Attention 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Memory Gaps 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Limited Language 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Weak Graphomotor Function 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies for Shaky Concepts and Reasoning 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking About Learning 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Three When more help is needed 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Being a “smart shopper” for educational assessments 151\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Is It Time for an Expert? 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSearch Criteria: Picking the Right Expert 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Makes a Good Written Report? 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Get What You Ask For: Effective Referral Questions 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Getting the most out of the assessment process 169\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShare What You Know 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead Off Simplification 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObserving the Assessment 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Using what you’ve learned from the assessment 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Pointers 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Your Sights on Insights 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNavigating Paths to Success 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a Good Tutor (If You Need One) 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Tabs 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBottom Line 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThings to Let Go Of 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThings to Hold On To 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix one: profile worksheet 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix two: case story index 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix three: atlas of neurodevelopmental terms 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix four: glossary of academic skills 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix five: glossary of testing terms 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 257\u003c\/p\u003e \"Experience with the arts, sports and the outdoors can teach social skills, expand attention span, develop a work ethic and reinforce academics, said Craig Pohlman, a psychologist and author of \"How Can My Kid Succeed in School?\" (\u003ci\u003eChicago Tribune\u003c\/i\u003e, October 25, 2009) \u003cp\u003eCraig Pohlman, Ph.D., directs learning assessment and consultation services at Southeast Psych in Charlotte, North Carolina. Pohlman is a highly regarded expert in learning and in improving the success of struggling students. He has conducted or supervised several thousand assessments of children with learning difficulties. Pohlman routinely authors articles and conducts workshops for parents, educators, and clinicians. He is the author of Revealing Minds from Jossey-Bass.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eHow Can My Kid Succeed in School?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Can My Kid Succeed in School? gives parents and teachers easy-to-follow steps for helping children and adolescents who are struggling in the classroom. In this indispensable resource, Dr. Craig Pohlman outlines how to reveal a child's learning profile, an inventory of the child's unique strengths and weaknesses. Throughout the book, Pohlman offers specific guidelines for selecting the learning strategies that best fit a child's learning profile. He also shows how parents and teachers can collaborate with clinicians to get the most out of an assessment and to help improve the child's chances for success.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePraise for How Can My Kid Succeed in School?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Parents and teachers alike will find [this] book enlightening, reassuring, and incredibly helpful in guiding struggling learners towards success?full of clear examples and strategies, presented in language all will understand.\" —Tim Barrier, head of school, Stanley British Primary School, Denver, Colorado\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"For all you parents like me who struggle to assist your child with learning issues, here is a well-written and easily digestible book that helps you understand their challenges and map a plan for success.\" —Jonathan Page, parent of 8- and 10-year-old boys\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989373272293,"sku":"NP9780470383766","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470383766.jpg?v=1761783861","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/how-can-my-kid-succeed-in-school-what-parents-and-teachers-can-do-to-conquer-learning-problems-isbn-9780470383766","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}