The Trailblazers: Spearheading Educational Change for Australian Children with Learning Difficulties Through...

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Ed M Howard Eaton Antoinette Commins

The Trailblazers

Spearheading Educational Change for Australian Children with Learning Difficulties Through the...

Ed M Howard Eaton, Antoinette Commins

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TellWell Press
23 October 2025

Educational psychology; Teaching of special educational needs

What would you sacrifice to give your child a chance at a brighter future?

More than 120 Australian families made the extraordinary decision to leave behind their homes, careers, communities, and everything familiar-crossing oceans in search of answers for their children who had long struggled with learning difficulties. What they discovered would change their lives forever.

The Trailblazers is a powerful and uplifting collection of real-life stories that chronicles the courage of families who dared to believe in the possibility of brain change. At its heart is a deep hope that neuroplasticity, the brain's capacity to rewire itself, could unlock the potential that traditional education had overlooked.

Each chapter brings to life the journey of a child once limited by dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing challenges, or other learning difficulties, and the parents who refused to accept that these challenges had to be a lifelong sentence. From tearful goodbyes in Sydney and Melbourne to new beginnings in Vancouver classrooms, this book captures the raw emotion, scientific promise, and human grit behind their transformation.

This is more than a story of hardship-it's a celebration of resilience, determination, and the profound impact of believing in what's possible. Written for parents, educators, and anyone who has ever questioned the limits of learning, The Trailblazers invites you to rethink what you know about the brain, education, and the future of children who learn differently.

If you've ever wondered whether something more could be done-this book will show you what happens when families find the courage to act on that belief.

By: Ed M Howard Eaton, Antoinette Commins
Imprint: TellWell Press
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 35mm
Weight: 685g
ISBN: 9781779414250
ISBN 10: 1779414250
Pages: 564
Publication Date: 23 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Howard Eaton, Ed.M.Founder of Eaton Arrowsmith Schools in Vancouver, British Columbia, an educational institution that has served children and adults with learning difficulties since 2005.Howard is the author of two widely respected books: Brain School and The Brain Pioneer. He has spoken at conferences and events across Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, sharing insights on the Arrowsmith Program, learning disabilities, and educational neuroscience.Howard has taught at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education and has experience as both an elementary and high school teacher. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from UBC and an M.Ed. in Special Education from Boston University.Antoinette ComminsPassionate advocate for cognitive change and mental health. Once told she might not finish high school, Antoinette completed the Arrowsmith Program at Eaton Arrowsmith School-a transformative experience that improved her cognitive functioning, self-confidence, and independence.Upon returning to Australia, she shared her story with educators, principals, and advocacy groups across Melbourne, inspiring conversations about the need for cognitive-based interventions in schools.Today, Antoinette works in the mental health field as a psycho-social worker with a leading public hospital in Melbourne, supporting individuals facing complex challenges. Her journey reflects a deep commitment to helping others overcome barriers and live fuller, more empowered lives.