The Survival Guide for Kids with LD*: *

by Gary L. Fisher, Rhoda Cummings Ed.D.

First published in 1990, this survival guide has helped countless young people labeled “learning disabled”—and the adults who care about them. Meanwhile, laws have changed and technology has advanced. This revised and updated edition retains the best of the original the warmth, affirmation, and solid information kids need to know they’re smart and can learn, they just learn differently. It answers the many questions they have, like “Why is it hard for kids with LD to learn?” and “What happens when you grow up?” It explains what LD means (and doesn’t mean); defines different kinds of LD; describes what happens in LD programs; helps kids deal with sad, hurt, and angry feelings; suggests ways to get along better in school and at home; and inspires young people to set goals and plan for the future. Includes resources for parents and teachers.

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

Reviews

[Frannie Burd · Rating 3 out of 5]

*Disclaimer: I was given an ARC by the publisher for a fair and honest review.
I liked some things about this book. I thought the addition of real-life students struggling with LD added an element of authenticity and made it something kids can relate to a bit more easily. The book lists and describes the different types of LD, and gives some strategies to help kids cope. I'd like to see a lot more strategies listed for each type of LD, and some of the ideas given are a bit lame. Overall, it's a good book to use when beginning a discussion with your child after they've been diagnosed, to help them understand what it means and doesn't mean.

[Angela Hedworth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just finished this last night as a preview to share with my daughter who has LD and I'm excited to start reading this with her. I've never found a book like this that discusses what LD is and what it means and I found this was very uplifting, focusing on how kids are so much more. I even got a few ideas to take into my next IEP meeting! I'm very curious to see how my daughter will react but to me, it was great.

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good--specific to younger kids rather than teens, but not as cheesey/outdated as the teen version (although perhaps there is a newer version of that one). Might be a good book to have on the shelves at school if you have a lot of young students with LD.