School Tools for Success
School Tools for Success Back to school means new clothes to address that summer growth spurt, changing seasons, and a fresh start. It also means easing into a new routine,...
Special Needs
2014 Cover Winner: Mariana Pacheco
Mariana Pacheco Our “cover-girl” is 4 year old Mariana Pacheco. She comes from a large family of 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Mariana has been diagnosed with severe autism, sensory...
How to Effectively Communicate on Your Child’s Behalf (Parent and Professional Tips)
How to Effectively Communicate on Your Child’s Behalf I am by no means an expert in this area; however, on the subject of effective communication with a child’s teacher, I...
Special Education & Parenting Classics
Special Education & Parenting Classics: Parenting classics that are informative, inspiring and will surely help expand your parenting skills Wrightslaw: From Emotions to Advocacy, 2nd Edition by Pam Wright &...
Sharing “I CAN!” attitudes: Brotherly Love
Brotherly Love These pictures are so very special to me. These are my twins. They both have autism. My little guy, Dominick, has severe adhd, asd, visual processing delays, mod-severe...
ASK Angie ASL – Classroom Tips
Classroom Tips Encouraging reading and writing with deaf students by creating visual connections to the written word. When reading to a deaf child, make sure to include methods of showing...
Auditory Processing Disorders
An auditory processing disorder (APD), also known as central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), is a decreased ability in processing information that comes through the ears.
Celebrate Food!
Celebrate Food When one is on a special diet it does not mean that they have to miss weddings, birthday parties, holiday BBQ’s, or other events where food is served....
Real Moms Share: Charlotte Chapman
Charlotte Chapman “Baking” a Difference Charlotte Chapman is a special mother who contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section. We asked her to give us an insight into herself,...
Stacy’s 5 Summer Essentials
Summer Essentials I love stumbling upon great products that work well for Noah and other children who have special needs. Sprout Rise Organic Morning Smoothie Variety Pack: Chef Tyler Florence...
