In addition to 8 signs of a learning disability, this site has resources on specific learning disabilities as well.
Early Childhood
How to Help Kids with Memory Issues, Child Mind Institute
By Rae Jacobson, writer and content engagement specialist at the Child Mind Institute.
Days of Summer Fun with Your Early Childhood Learner
If a child has a learning disability, summer months can be thought of as a period of relaxation away from academics and learning. Although, it is also important to remember…
Early Childhood Intervention Makes a Difference
Parents are their child’s first teachers. Understanding what their child must have to grow, learn and thrive can be a tremendous learning process for every parent. Much is known about…
Starting School: Ages 3 to 8
by Meg Carroll, Early Childhood Education Committee Time to start school? For the first time? For a new academic year? Truth be told, there are at least a few students…
Early Childhood Committee Targets National Concerns
Finally Congress and some state and local leaders are starting to understand the importance of early childhood education. Equal access to quality early childhood education is a different matter and…
The Third-Grade Reader
by Margaret Blood and Richard Weissbourd State education officials recently trumpeted gains in 10th-grade MCAS scores, while headlines warned that 6,000 high school seniors have not yet passed the science…
What is an Individualized Family Service Plan?
After your young child’s evaluation is complete and he or she is found eligible for early intervention services, you, as parents, and a team will meet to develop a written…
Early Writing: Why Squiggles Are Important
Much earlier than the time when we actually think of children as writers or readers, we must begin to provide opportunities that encourage writing. There are a number of ways…
Activities For Young Children: Providing Practice For Development
Young children with learning disabilities need many opportunities to practice the skills they are taught. Both parents and caregivers should plan activities to provide the positive practice needed for development.…
