| Contents |
Recognizing and understanding APD -- When hearing isn't listening: the ABCs of APD -- Confusing APD with other three-letter syndromes -- The developmental elements of listening -- Coping daily with APD -- A sound strategy for moving ahead -- The art of noise: creating better listening environments -- Treating APD through skill building -- Strengthening listening skills in the early years -- Getting ready for school: making the listening and learning connection -- Music to the ears: using rhythm and rhyme to build listening skills -- The skill-building value of play -- Nurturing social skills: the listening-speaking-relating connection -- The magic of reading: using books to build listening and critical-thinking skills -- Finding help. |
| Abstract |
"The Sound of Hope" offers a ground-breaking manual for honing a child's auditory skills--whether they have been diagnosed with Auditory Processing Disorder, a learning disability, or slow language development. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2010002090 |
| ISBN | 9780345512185 (hbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0345512189 (hbk. : alk. paper) |
