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The SEN handbook – how to do SEN the right way
Greg Higman, Self published, £12.99
GREG HIGMAN has been a teacher with a great deal of experience in teaching children with Special Educational Needs and in advising others.
His book is a how-to guide in approaching this complex subject. It is, however, aimed at those working in education rather than the general public.
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