"Margaret Walsh has written a very timely book. The number of children experiencing challenges learning seems to be on the rise. Literacy is of vital importance for basic human flourishing. Students who struggle with the concepts of written language need special help to grow this skill. Literacy is much more than simply brain function. It involves the whole person?the imagination, the memory, and the heart! Margaret draws upon her extensive training and years of teaching to offer strategies that are rooted in our Catholic faith. A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students will guide educators and parents in helping their children attain literacy while engendering a love for truth, goodness, and beauty."?Bishop James Conley, Diocese of Lincoln, NE "I am so pleased to have A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students .

It is particularly helpful to see Special Services discussed in the context of the De Anima . That context provides illumination for the parent and teacher. It is much easier to help students when the process of learning is clear in its parts. Pinpointing the source of the difficulty can help determine the best remediation techniques. Miss Walsh clearly explains the essentials for reading, starting with familiarity with words, establishing the sound symbol connection, and developing fluency. She has techniques one can use for all of these, and then a remarkably helpful section on building reading comprehension. This book will be a great resource for parents and educators who want to help students who struggle with reading come to love it. I highly recommend it!"?Laura Berquist, Founder, Mother of Divine Grace School "A profound and deeply integrated vision of literacy instruction, rooted in the rich intellectual tradition of Catholic philosophy.

In A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students , Margaret Walsh masterfully bridges timeless principles?from Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas to the Socratic method?with practical, classroom-tested strategies that bring clarity and hope to educators working with struggling learners. This powerful work is a must read for all teachers."?Susan Goers, CEO, Education Transformed "Reading Margaret Walsh?s book is like having a conversation with a good friend. By using accessible language, Walsh combines philosophy with practical implementation strategies, allowing parents and educators to better support struggling readers?and to do so with confidence. Not only does Walsh provide important tools and recommendations, she also explains how and why they work. This is a valuable text for anyone working with struggling readers."?Pamela Patnode, author of author of ?Me Puede Enseñar? A Guide to Educating Hispanic/Latino Students in Catholic High Schools.