Not everyone learns by reading books!
Often the best way is to watch someone else first.
Watch the recording, stop it, start it, rewind, fast forward. You can work at your own pace and see it as many times as you need.
Tutorials included on the Teach ICT website cover Word, Powerpoint, Photoshop, Excel, Flash, and Dreamweaver.
www.teach-ict.com/videohome.htm