Special Education (eBook)

The celebrated designer Dana Buchman knew almost nothing about “learning differences” when her daughter, Charlotte, was diagnosed with disabilities as a toddler. She soon discovered that the hard work and determination that had taken her from the Ivy League to her own fashion label wouldn’t be enough to deal with Charlotte’s disabilities, she would have to acquire a new skill set-to be able to see Charlotte as a person with unique abilities. A moving mother-daughter story, A Special Education is an inspiring account of one mother’s journey to acceptance and understanding, as well as a family’s triumph over daunting circumstances.

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A perfectionist New York clothing designer recounts her relationship with her learning-disabled daughter in this ';heartfelt and inspiring' memoir (Booklist). The celebrated designer Dana Buchman knew almost nothing about ';learning differences' when her daughter, Charlotte, was diagnosed with disabilities as a toddler. She soon discovered that the hard work and determination that had taken her from the Ivy League to her own fashion label wouldn't be enough to deal with Charlotte's disabilities; she would have to acquire a new skill setto be able to see Charlotte as a person with unique abilities. A moving mother-daughter story,A Special Educationis an inspiring account of one mother's journey to acceptance and understanding, as well as a family's triumph over daunting circumstances. ';Extraordinarily engaging, candid, and courageous.' James H. Wendorf, Executive Director, National Center for Learning Disabilities ';Parents of children with similar challenges will appreciate Buchman's candor.' TheCleveland Plain Dealer