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作       者:Ford, Anne

出  版  社:Newmarket Press

出版时间:2009-08-01

字       数:44.1万

所属分类: 进口书 > 外文原版书 > 法律/政治/宗教

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When Anne Ford, great-granddaughter of Henry Ford, learned that her four-year-old daughter Allegra’s “differences” were the result of severe learning disabilities, she faced a challenge that neither money nor position could ease. Desperate for answers, Anne sought out doctors, teachers, counselors, and others who could help her build a support network for herself and her daughter, while fighting the many common misconceptions and myths about learning disabilities. Now, in this fiercely honest and compelling memoir, Anne tells her story, writing movingly of her feelings as the mother of a learning disabled child. “I grew to accept that life is filled with uncertainty and that answers to the most simple, yet profound, questions such as ‘What is wrong with my daughter?’ can be elusive. I learned to be self-reliant in ways I never had before. I learned that every spark of optimism and hope was something to be nurtured and treasured because sometimes they were the only comfort available. And I learned that worry had entered my life.” In time, Anne Ford saw her daughter grow into a vibrant, loving, and independent adult with a passion for ice skating and a commitment to help other disabled children. Allegra Ford, now 32, lives independently and supported this book’s publication so “it could help other kids.” Anne’s experience led her to become a tireless activist on behalf of children and families faced with LD, including her service as Chairman of the Board of the National Center for Learning Disabilities from 1989 to 2001, and the writing of this book with John-Richard Thompson, an award-winning playwright and novelist. In addition to Anne’s personal story, Laughing Allegra includes four invaluable special sections: ?Answers to the most commonly asked questions about LD ?A resource guide on where to find help ?A discussion from a mother’s perspective on the challenges of homework, money, relationships, the work- place, and planning as the LD child and parents age ?A section on “Siblings and Secrets,” new in this paperback edition, inspired by Anne’s conversations with readers during her hardcover book tour.
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Cover

Praise

Table of Contents

Title Page

Dedication

Foreword

Introduction

PART I - Laughing Allegra

Prologue

Chapter 1 - Baby Girl Uzielli

Chapter 2 - Why Are You Wandering Off Again?

Chapter 3 - A Beautiful Squiggle

Chapter 4 - She Doesn’t Belong Here

Chapter 5 - Summer

Chapter 6 - First Day of School

Chapter 7 - A Great Gentleman Comes into Our Lives

Chapter 8 - Sprinkle a Little Pixie Dust

Chapter 9 - Separation

Chapter 10 - Graduation Day

Chapter 11 - My Mother

Chapter 12 - Riverview

Chapter 13 - Threshold

Chapter 14 - Ice

An Epilogue: It Can Be Done

PART II - Questions Parents Ask

Your First Questions

CONCERN: DEVELOPMENTAL SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DISORDER

PANIC: ACADEMIC SKILLS DISORDERS

PAIN: “OTHER”

PRESCHOOL CHILDREN

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

Your Legal Rights: Learning How to Become a “Difficult” Parent

LEGAL RIGHTS

TALKING TO THE PROS

PART III - A Mother’s Perspective

The Power of Words: Words Should Be Weighed, Not Counted

Homework: The Battle Zone

Mothers and Fathers: Understanding Each Other

On Their Own: Challenges of Life

From Here to There: The Challenges of Getting Around

Finances: The Challenges of Money

Employment Challenges in the Workplace

Getting Along: The Challenges of Relationships

When I Am Gone: A Parent’s Final Challenge

PART IV - Resource Guide for Parents

Resources

RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES

RESOURCES FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES

Afterword: Siblings and Secrets

Acknowledgements

Index

About the Authors

Acclaimed Parenting/Childcare Books from Newmarket Press

Copyright Page

About the Publisher

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