Playing outside provides children with a sense of freedom and the stimulation only a natural environment can provide. But there’s one play product that totally thrives outdoors—balls. Playing with balls...
Several years ago I was working with one of my in-home athletes and his visiting uncle asked “Doesn’t he get gym at school?” I assumed the answer was, as it...
What can parents do to help their child with special needs thrive academically? There are two areas that are cornerstones for learning: Improving focus and memory. Some products are helping...
If you’ve ever been to an IEP meeting, you’ve (hopefully) received a copy of your rights and procedural safeguards. In fact, if you’re an old pro at IEP meetings, you...
This holiday season you have purchased an iPad for your child–now what? We know that looking for appropriate apps can be overwhelming and figuring out how to get started with...
Amy Richardson contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section of the magazine. We asked her to give us an insight into herself, as well as into her life caring...
You know the acronym – FAPE. But do you know what it means? Do you know what it means for your child? Spelled out, FAPE is a Free Appropriate Public...
4 Exercise Progressions, 5W’s, and an H The most frustrating part of beginning a fitness or physical education program for students with special needs is that educators and professionals are...
Ask Angie ASL As we begin to prepare for another school year, it is time to get our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) child ready for their school day....
1. Margo’s Magnificent Choice: Does your child struggle with understanding social cues? This book takes the reader through the definition of what a “tacky word” is and how to...
