Foreword -- Introduction -- Part 1: The world of dyslexia. Understanding dyslexia ; Diagnosing dyslexia ; Moving forward after a diagnosis ; Enhancing skills from home -- Part 2: Adapting to dyslexia's challenges. Building the foundation for your family team ; Promoting the best study skills and habits ; Practices to bolster self-esteem -- Part 3: Navigating challenges at school. Skill building in elementary school ; Adapting to middle school ; Thriving in high school ; The part to higher education ; Life after college -- Part 4: Making peace with dyslexia. A bright future -- Afterword: More dyslexia confessions -- Resources -- Glossary -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Acknowledgments -- Index

Licensed psychologist and authority on dyslexia (who is also dyslexic herself) Lisa Rappaport offers a practical guide to help parents and others support dyslexic learners throughout their school years and beyond