In Why Children Can’t Read cognitive development psychologist Diane
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Britain for children with reading problems. Previously available in hardback in
the US as Why Our Children Can’t Read, it’s informative, practical and
inspirational. Published by Penguin, £8.99, ISBN 0140266976.
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