How Do You Get Your Kids Active?
Our readers shared with us (on Facebook) how they get their children active without breaking the bank. Bonnie L. My son and I have a “dance” party everyday. We turn...
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Independence + Security Balance: Balancing Independence with Security Guardianship and Its Alternatives
Balancing Independence In most states, there’s a presumption that individuals over the age of 18 are legally competent, regardless of any disabilities they may have. If no action is taken...
Know Your Rights in the IEP Process: What Do those Procedural Safeguards Really Mean?
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...
Inspiring Story: Shaquille O’Neil – Comfortable in His Own Skin
Shaquille O’Neil shares about stuttering
Basic Blue Print for Advocating for Your Child with Special Needs
Learning to advocate for your child is an acquired skill. I can’t say I have done it all perfectly. I can share what I have learned
Inspiring Story of the Week: 26-year Quest to a Penn State degree
A woman who never though she would be able to complete her bachelor’s degree because she is so dedicated to taking care of her son
What Is Asperger Syndrome?
To help Raise awareness on the various disorders, Parenting Special Needs Magazine will be highlighting one disorder per issue. In this issue we are highlighting Asperger’s Syndrome
“Real Life”… Sibling Survey by Tyler, Morgan & Elyse
A nationwide study of the behaviors, attitudes, and views of “typically developing” children was conducted by 3 high school students for their science research program. They share their finding with us
PTO Mission: Get Struggling Readers Books They Can Read!
A mother’s story about her daughter’s reading struggles and a vision to support all learners with reading difficulties
Real Moms Share: Jennifer Schwertfeger
Jennifer Schwertfeger family “Grace: a powerful lesson in resilience”… Jennifer Schwertfeger is a special mother who contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section. We asked her to give us...
