Education

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Building Independence Through Self Awareness And Regulation

Empower your child’s independence! Self-awareness and self-regulation are the keys to unlocking confidence and security in life’s ever-changing experiences. From understanding themselves to managing their actions, these skills lay a foundation for navigating anyone, anywhere, anytime.

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Hot New and Updated Apps for 2016

Unleash your child’s creativity and curiosity this New Year with these top-rated apps for toddlers: Endless Learning Academy transforms learning into an adventure with the help of adorable Endless monsters. This comprehensive app offers early learners across various subjects like reading, language, and math—all while having fun and growing their skills.

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Behind the Cover Story: Melony Stevens

Behind Parenting Special Needs Magazine Cover Story – Vintage Style Children with Special Needs Photography Wade’s sweet little face came to my mind, inspiring the theme: Back to School- Vintage Style. I sourced adorable 1900’s attire for him and found The Bell School, a perfect environment.

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Starting Your Day off Right: Making the Most of Morning Routines

Craft a Calm Morning Atmosphere Start by setting the mood early. Soft lighting, gentle music, and comforting scents signal tranquility. As you prepare breakfast, chat about fun plans or cherished memories. Little touches like this turn routine tasks into moments of peace. When our children feel safe and content, compliance flows naturally.

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Fall into Healthy Routines with Technology

Redefine Routines with Purpose Set the table for success this fall! While screens captivate our kids’ attention, they shouldn’t overshadow precious mealtime moments. Embrace technology’s potential to streamline family dinners—discover how to weave tech into structured routines that nurture language development and foster cherished bonding time together. Join us in bridging connection through mindful meals.

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Is It PLEP Or PLOP? for Present Level of Performance

Why Understanding Your Child’s Present Level Matters: The Difference Between PLEP and PLOP Struggling to navigate your child’s IEP? Discover the crucial difference between PLEP (Present Level of Educational Performance) and PLOP (Present Level Of Performance). Learn how these terms shape critical educational evaluations.

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What Special Education Teachers and Professionals Want You to Know

Discover how special education teachers see parents: empower yourself with proven strategies for advocating effectively in IEP meetings, avoiding hidden plans, letting kids shine through independence, and proactively addressing red flags to ensure your child thrives both at school and home.

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Reading and Writing Strategies for Struggling Students

Struggling readers often feel stuck—writing becomes a daunting task when their reading woes hold them back. But there’s hope: “Language Experience” transforms your child’s interests into confidence-building writing exercises, bridging the gap between what they read and what they produce.

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Your First IEP Meeting

First IEP Meeting: Your Child’s Journey Begins Embarking on your first Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting can feel overwhelming. You’re not alone—meet others who share this path with you. Together, find comfort in shared challenges and hope for brighter days ahead.

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