Bøker av Margaret Rooke

Welcome to Different Like Us!, the book that explores how being different helps shape our world.Sharing the stories of more than 40 children from across the globe, this book celebrates their strength and joys, without shying away from the tough stuff that's part of the package. Reading their words will help you identify your own strengths and work out how your unique qualities and experiences can drive you forwards.Along the way you will meet· Cora, aged 10, whose painful medical condition has led to a special bravery that has shaped her life.· Afua, aged 14, who has sickle cell, and explains how she came to accept her condition. She talks about the tips and tricks she uses to stay positive.· Jensen, aged 10, who has hearing loss and has taught his school sign language.· Kais, aged 9, who escaped from two wars, and has grown to see his new friends as a second family.· Aidan, aged 13, who talks about dealing with the grief of losing his father.Plus others who have been bullied, who stammer, who have sight loss, who are autistic, have ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette's or epilepsy, who have parents in prison, and many more.

An illustrated book that helps children understand dyslexia in a positive light, showing how they can help themselves, and how adults can help them. The characters in the book also explain the unique strengths their dyslexia provides, with links to further resources and support.

The experiences of over 50 teenagers interviewed for this book show the practical and positive changes it's possible to make in the world around us. If you want to tackle today's tough issues: body image, cyber-bullying, environment damage and more, these positive role models show it's possible to build resilience and transform the lives we live.

Containing over 100 in-depth interviews with school children and young adults living with dyslexia, this collection depicts the significance of confidence and self-esteem in propelling children with dyslexia to achieve personal success. The children supply their own illustrations; a handy hints guide; and their own advice to educators.