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This book is a 25-year milestone celebration of DAS' efforts in creating awareness for dyslexia and providing quality support for people with dyslexia in Singapore. It showcases an overview of how the association developed over the years and the key role DAS has played in shaping dyslexia intervention. Today, DAS is one of the forerunners in dyslexia support in Asia, and experts around the world have taken interest in the way they help dyslexics tackle the unique multilingual culture and high education standard. Also featured are personal stories of individuals who struggle with learning differences, as well as passionate advocates, educators and supporters whose efforts have paved the way for dyslexics to achieve success in life.
Sample Chapter(s)
Foreword (284 KB)
Embracing a Different Kind of Mind (7,936 KB)
Contents:
- Foreword by Deputy Prime Minister, Tharman Shanmugaratnam
- Message from DAS Patron, Mrs Goh Chok Tong
- Message from DAS President, Mr Eric Lee
- Humility and Greatness, Dr Jimmy S Daruwalla
- Introduction by Dr William Wan
- Embracing a Different Kind of Mind
- Milestones of the Past 25 Years
- Special People, Special Stories
- Families of Significance
- Catalysts and Mentors
- Significant Others in Mainstream Schools
- Living Together, Working Together
- To Infinity and Beyond
- Congratulatory Messages
Readership: Parents, caregivers, teachers, counsellor of children with learning difficulties, and general public.
