Resources

Books

The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can’t Read and How They Can Learn

"The Gift of Dyslexia" presents a revolutionary new way of understanding dyslexia. Join Ron Davis as he describes how he figured out what was actually causing his dyslexia, and how to correct it. Learn why he describes dyslexia as a gift, and how dyslexia actually contributed to the success of Walt Disney, Einstein, and Leonardo da Vinci."

Ronald D. Davis with Eldon M. Braun

The Gift of Learning: Proven New Methods for Correcting ADD, Math & Handwriting Problems

Ronald D. Davis with Eldon M. Braun

In this new book, Ron Davis goes beyond the correction of dyslexia to describe how to correct ADD, and problems with math and handwriting. Parents and teachers who have been using the Davis Dyslexia Correction techniques will be delighted to discover how to resolve additional learning disabilities.

Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception

Thom Hartmann

This wonderful book places ADD in a new and most positive light. Hartmann argues that ADD is rooted in human evolution, and at one time, and in various situations today, could be essential to survival. A “must read” for anyone concerned about ADD, and looking for non-drug treatment.

Upside-Down Brilliance: The Visual Spatial Learner

This brilliant book describes what Silverman learned during her teaching career, and her work as the director of the Gifted Development Centre in Denver, CO. She found that most of the gifted kids with whom she worked had highly visual-spatial thinking styles, and had difficulty learning in traditional schools. You will find intriguing links between what Silverman has to say, and the theories of Ron Davis.

Linda Kreger Silverman

Articles

'I can see clearly now: Beating dyslexia with clay.'

by Brigid McConville, (Independent 1998)

'About Henry'

by Kate (mother of Henry)

'Picture This'

by Matthew Brown (TES 2004)

Websites

www.unlocking-learning.co.uk

www.imindmap.com/articles/dyslexia.aspx

www.davislearningfoundation.org.uk

Professional services described as Davis®, Davis Dyslexia Correction®, Davis Symbol Mastery®, Davis Orientation Counseling®, and Davis Math Mastery® may only be provided by persons who are employed by a licensed Davis Specialist, or who are trained and licensed as Davis Facilitators by Davis Dyslexia Association International.

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