A number of resources exist for parents interested in learning more about how their child learns. Here's our favorite books and websites to explore.

Books:

Managing ADHD in Schools: The Best Evidence-Based Methods for Teachers 
by Russell Barkley, Ph.D.

Taking Charge of ADHD, Revised Edition: The Complete Authoritative Guide for Parents 
by Russell Barkley, Ph.D.

Bringing Words to Life, Second Edition: Robust Vocabulary Instruction 
by Isabel L. Beck, Ph.D., Margaret G. McKeown, Ph.D., and Linda Kucan, Ph.D.

Teaching Students with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia: Lessons from Teaching and Science 
by Virginia W. Berninger, Ph.D. and Beverly J. Wolf, M.Ed.

Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills 
by Judith R. Birsh, Ed.D.

Smart but Scattered: The Revolutionary “Executive Skills” Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential 
by Peg Dawson, Ed.D. and Richard Guare, Ph.D.

Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities 
by David Flink, M.A.

Essentials of Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention 
by Nancy Mather, Ph.D. and Barbara J. Wendling, M.A.

Expert Perspectives on Interventions For Reading 
by Louisa C. Moats, Ed.D., Karen E. Dakin, M.Ed., and R. Malatesha Joshi, Ph.D.

When Writing's a Problem: Understanding Dysgraphia and Helpful Hints for Reluctant Writers 
by Regina Richards, M.A.

Overcoming Dyslexia: A New and Complete Science-Based Program for Reading Problems at any Level 
by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.

Clear and Lively Writing: Language Games and Activities for Writers of All Ages
by Priscilla Vail, M.A.T.

Books for Kids:

I Have Dyslexia: What Does That Mean?
by Shelley Ball-Dannenberg and Delaney Dannenberg

If You're So Smart How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi?
by Barbara Esham

Knees: The Mixed-up World of a Boy with Dyslexia
by Vanita Oelschlager

Dyslexia Wonders: Understanding the Daily Life of a Dyslexic from a Child's Point of View
by Jennifer E. Smith