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Regional Parent Technical Assistance Centers
Regional Parent Technical Assistance Centers - These centers, affiliated with the U.S. Department of Education, offer information and technical assistance to parents of children with disabilities within their regions.
Regional Parent Technical Assistance Centers
Regional Parent Technical Assistance Centers - These centers, affiliated with the U.S. Department of Education, offer information and technical assistance to parents of children with disabilities within their regions.
When are Disability Advocates Necessary?
Disability Advocates - Disability advocacy in public schools means supporting a student with a disability by helping get the supports and services needed from a school district, medical provider, therapy provider, college or vocational school, or other service agency. Explore what you need to know about advocacy and how to do it more effectively.
What are Testing Accommodations?
Testing Accommodations - Learn about testing accommodations for students under Section 504 and IDEA. Find out when they are needed, why they aren't always a good idea, and what you need to know to make the best decision for your child.
Disability Employment Discrimination
Disability employment discrimination can cause damage to your career. Discrimination in employment because of your disability and can cause stress and stress related illnesses. Learn what you can do to get help to stop disability employment discrimination.
Common Skill Deficits Experienced by Students with LDs
Learning disabilities in math are complex and involve processing problems in many types of skills ranging from math facts to theories. Learn about common math problems to help determine appropriate instruction.
What is an Invisible Disability?
People with learning disabilities such as reading, math, writing, and auditory processing disorders are sometimes said to have invisible disabilities. Learn about invisible disabilities and how you can help your loved ones cope with them.
Facts on Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Learn about the history of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. What is the basis of this law, and what does it cover? Find out more about this federal regulation and how it can affect your child.
Is Your Learning Disabled Teenager Ready to Date?
Teens and Dating - Has your learning disabled teen asked about dating? It seems kids are growing up faster and asking about dating earlier than before. Your teen may ask to date much earlier than you would expect. Find out why I told my teen she could date whenever chooses to.
Strategies to Make Friends Outside of School
Making Friends - If you live in an area where few organized outdoor activities are available for your child to enjoy, he may be missing out on opportunities to work on physical fitness and to make friends. Learn ways to create your own activities for your child and others.
Choosing Toys for Your Child's Developmental Level
Learn tips to help you choose toys for your child at his developmental and educational level. Read tips to evaluate toys for safety and developmental level.
IEP Team Meetings and Disciplinary Issues
Children with learning disabilities and others served by special education programs have specific protections under the IDEA that are designed to ensure their educational needs are met despite behavioral problems that may lead to suspension or expulsion. Find out when disciplinary actions trigger the need for an IEP team meeting and what these meetings involve.
Dyslexia Programs – What Are Common Dyslexia Programs?
Learn about some of the more common programs for dyslexia.
Signs of Speech and Language Delays in Infants and Toddlers
Are you concerned about your child's speech and language development? While all children develop speech and language skills at different rates, there are common signs of potential speech and language delays that you can watch for.
Early Eye Exams are Important for Children
Learn when early eye exams be completed and why they are important to your child's health and early learning experiences. The American Optometric Association recommends periodic vision examination for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Symptoms of Stress - Common Symptoms of Stress
Learn some common symptoms of stress.
Earthquake Preparedness - Teaching About Earthquake Preparedness
Preparedness for earthquakes is an important life skill for everyone, especially those with learning disabilities. Find tips for teaching earthquake preparedness.
Causes of Stress - Common Causes of Stress
Learn some common causes of stress.
Accepting Disability - When Others Don’t Accept Your Child’s Disability
Few things are more frustrating than disagreements with others over your children. This can be especially true when others do not accept that your child has a disability. Learn how to recognize signs that others are not accepting your child's learning disability and what you can do about it.
Dyslexia Symptoms – What Are Dyslexia Symptoms?
Learn about symptoms of dyslexia.
Learning Disability - What’s Good About a Learning Disability?
What's good about a learning disability? Quite a bit as it turns out. Learn about the positive side of learning disabilities.
Learning Disability Test for Adults - Get a Learning Disability Test for Adults
Need a learning disability test for adults? Learn where to find a learning disability test for adults.
Recognizing LDs in Senior Citizens
Learn about learning disabilities in senior citizens. If you or a loved one are facing learning disabilities after retirement, learn more about common concerns older adults with LDs may experience later in life. Learning disabled adults face challenges after retirement and throughout their senior years, but they also have unique strengths that can be an advantage. Learn about how learning disabilities may affect aging adults.
Printable List Word Flash Cards
These printable circus list word flash cards teach word recognition.
Effective Strategies to Help Your Child Deal with Anger
Learn effective strategies to help your child with anger.