Special Needs Accommodations in the Classroom
It can be difficult to convince a teacher to accommodate your child's special needs. Work with the teacher, not against her. read more
August 17, 1998
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Dyslexia and Retention
A child who is happy, well adjusted, and performing on grade level, even if that is below the class average, should move up with his class. read more
May 14, 2002
Dyslexia and the Law
If your child is diagnosed with dyslexia but gets no help from the school, where can you go for assisted help? read more
January 14, 1999
Dyslexic Son Gets No Help from School
When school testing doesn't indicate a need for services for a child with reading problems, a private evaluation may be wise. read more
November 26, 2002
Early Signs of Dyslexia
Advice from a homeschooling expert on early signs of dyslexia. read more
June 21, 2004
Early Signs of Dyslexia?
Word reversal or directional reversals are common in younger children, and many outgrow the problem. read more
April 2, 2002
Expert Advice: Can Bright Children Have Extra Motor Activity?
In this Expert Advice column, licensed social worker Noreen Joslyn answers your questions about extra motor behavior in young children. read more
March 26, 2002
Failing Fourth Grade
Parents who suspect a learning disability in their child have the right to a free evaluation done by your local school or school district. read more
February 9, 2001
Family History of Dyslexia
When a school does not honor your legal right to request an evaluation, there are steps you can take. read more
April 2, 2002
Fifth-Grader Struggling with Math
When a child is struggling with math, here's how to determine whether she has a problem that should be investigated. read more
February 5, 2001
Finding Books for an Advanced Reader
Finding topics of interest is a common problem for young readers with advanced ability. read more
March 4, 2002