Embrace a different kind of mind : personal stories of dyslexia
(2016)

Nonfiction

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Provider: hoopla

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PUBLISHED
[United States] : eBookIt.com, 2016
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1 online resource

ISBN/ISSN
9789810975517 (electronic bk.) MWT12266703, 9810975511 (electronic bk.) 12266703
LANGUAGE
English
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EMBRACE DYSLEXIA is an initiative by the Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) which endeavors to foster greater awareness about dyslexia with the aim of helping everyone to understand both the strengths and the challenges in the lives of individuals who have dyslexia. An initiative of EMBRACE DYSLEXIA was to encourage individuals with dyslexia to share their personal stories so that they may become role models for the young students that are supported by DAS. More than 50 personal stories of dyslexia are included in this book all are individuals who have worked to make a difference in the fabric of Singapore and wish to instill in young students with dyslexia to strive for equal if not greater success in their educational journeys. This book was released in Singapore's 50th anniversary, and contains the story of Former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew a dyslexic, visionary, leader, father and builder of a Nation. Indeed, many of the contributors to the book cite Mr. Lee as an inspiration to their own success, he gave them the determination and passion to pursue their dreams and passions. It is an inspiring read and gives hope to those families who have children with learning differences such as dyslexia

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