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10 Things You Can Do to Raise a Reader

About Reading

10 Things You Can Do to Raise a Reader

100 Children’s Authors and Illustrators Everyone Should Know

Children’s Books

100 Children’s Authors and Illustrators Everyone Should Know

7 Things to Know About the 1 in 5 with Learning and Attention Issues

Reading and the Brain

7 Things to Know About the 1 in 5 with Learning and Attention Issues

A Fresh Look at Your Home Library

Children’s Books

A Fresh Look at Your Home Library

Abigail and John: A Window into American History

Children’s Books

Abigail and John: A Window into American History

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Advocacy

Advocacy in Action: You Can Advocate for Your Child!

All Kinds of Readers: A Guide to Creating Inclusive Literacy Celebrations for Kids with Learning and Attention Issues

Activities

All Kinds of Readers: A Guide to Creating Inclusive Literacy Celebrations for Kids with Learning and Attention Issues

Apps for Children with Autism and Aspergers

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Apps for Children with Autism and Aspergers

AT Expert Dr. Christopher Lee: My Story

Assistive Technology

AT Expert Dr. Christopher Lee: My Story

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Special Education

Back-to-School Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs

Back-to-School Tips for Special Education Teachers

Dyslexia

Back-to-School Tips for Special Education Teachers

Back-to-School, for Parents!

Parent Engagement

Back-to-School, for Parents!

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Expert Q&A

I have a number of students with severe disabilities in my classroom that are performing at a level far below their classmates. Should they be in my class? How can I help them?

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I think my child may have a learning disability but I’m not sure how to describe to the school exactly what I want assessed.What should I do?

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If a child is reading aloud and is maintaining meaning, is it necessary that I correct every word he misreads?

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If my husband is dyslexic, is there a possibility that my children will be dyslexic too?

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My child has a learning disability and I’m concerned that the reading program her school uses is ineffective. Can you recommend a reading program?

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My child is 18 months old and is not yet speaking, but understands commands and responds to directions. What can I do to help her develop her language skills?

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My child is having trouble identifying sight words. What can I do to help?

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My child is struggling in school. As a result, she has very low self-esteem. How can I help to build up her confidence?

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My child’s school says that my child is very bright, but they want to hold him back because of his poor reading skills. I want him tested for a reading disability. What should I do?

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My daughter is reading below grade level. What can I do to help her become a good reader and get to a point where she enjoys reading?

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My daughter just started preschool and I have noticed that sometimes she writes letters backwards. Should I be concerned?

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My second grader is having a hard time focusing on one word at a time when reading. What can I do to help her?

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