The many outstanding features of Usborne books make them perfect and worthwhile for children with special needs.
"Talk About" Realistic Illustrations - Usborne books are filled with action, detail and visual stimulation.
Interactive - this important feature of Usborne books encourages communication and participation in the reading experience.
Step-by-step - all Usborne activity books and cards have step-by-step instructions and illustrations. This is ideal for sequencing, breaking things
down into parts, and increased understanding.
Problem-solving tasks - many Usborne books, such as the lift-the-flap books, puzzle adventure books, slot books and sticker books, encourage problem-solving skills at many levels. These same books are activity-based which is optimal for children with special learning needs.
Text in Bite-size chunks - the information in Usborne Books is arranged on the page in manageable bite-sized pieces, to increase attention, understanding, and comprehension.
Multi-functional - the books are applicable to a wide range of students for a variety of goals
High quality - Usborne books are durable and inexpensive. They are made to last, with sturdy bindings and acid-free pages.
See Suggested titles for
Speech and Language
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD)
Sensory Integration Disorder (SID)
Autism/Asperger's
Learning Disabilities
"Given the choice between an Usborne book and another book a child will always select the Usborne!" ~ Debbie Lerner - 1996 Nat'l Social Studies Teacher of the Year
Special Needs Children
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