Failing First Grade
A comprehensive evaluation is sometimes called for to address not only a child's learning needs, but also his behavioral and emotional ones. read more
February 9, 2001
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Finding an Independent Evaluator
Many parent advocacy groups around this country can help you find an independent evaluator. read more
September 16, 2002
Finding Help When Your Kids Do Poorly in School
Whether you live, your children are entitled to have an evaluation to see why they are having trouble in school. read more
February 7, 2001
Gifted and at Risk for LD?
Sometimes gifted kids have an uneven early developmental profile. read more
September 9, 1999
Child Hides Giftedness
Given the perception of giftedness by others, it is no wonder students try to hide their abilities. Gifted kids are often taunted by others. read more
November 2, 2001
Child with Down's Syndrome Won't Cooperate
A mother wonder how she can get her six-year-old daughter with Down Syndrome to cooperate on routine tasks like dressing and eating. read more
August 17, 1998
Child with LD Dreads Middle School
Most kids are a little afraid of going to middle school, but they don't all admit it. read more
September 2, 1999
Child's New School Denies Special Ed
What can you do when your child begins at a new school and is denied the special ed services he used to receive under a 504 plan? read more
January 14, 1999
Combination Class
What are the benefits of enrolling your child in a class that combines coursework from different grade levels? read more
June 15, 2001
Confirming a Learning Deficit
Don't blindly accept actions taken on your child's behalf without demanding the evidence. read more
May 9, 2001
CP and School Performance
Many teachers are not well-versed in how CP manifests itself in the classroom. read more
January 14, 1999
Dad Doesn't Believe in LD
A mother wants to help her son with LD and ADHD, but her husband doesn't believe that LD exists and won't give the boy ADHD medication. read more
October 24, 2000