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Services in School for Children With Special Needs: What Parents Need to Know

For Students 9th - 10th
The services offered in schools for students with disabilities can sometimes be difficult to understand. This site tells parents what they can do and what options are afforded to them under the law. (March 2011)
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US Department of Education

U.s. Department of Education: My Child's Special Needs: Disabilities

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. Department of Education has compiled a list of links for parents of children with special needs. Topics include organizations, guides to IEPs, parent training, and much more.
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Special Needs Opportunity Windows

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
SNOW is an online provider for both teachers and parents of children with special needs. A wealth of resources are offered to meet a wide variety of needs.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Kids With Special Needs

For Students 3rd - 8th
Often times children hear terminology being used but do not completely understand its meaning. This site provides and introduction to special needs, the types, and proper behavior upon interacting.
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Teachnology

Teachnology: Parental Organizations

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to several different well established parental organizations can be accessed on this site. The organizations range from those supporting Asian Americans to children with special needs.
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Wizzlewolf: Special Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site with links to numerous others that are a valuable component to any teacher who works with students with disabilities. Site developed by a National Board Certified Teacher.
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Wrightslaw: How to Disagree With the Iep Team

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
From a site that specializes in information about special education law, here are tips for parents who do not agree with the IEP. When to tape-record meetings - and Why; writing a thank you letter are just some of the ideas presented.
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Wrightslaw: How to Disagree With the Iep Team

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
From a site that specializes in information about special education law, here are tips for parents who do not agree with the IEP. When to tape-record meetings - and Why; writing a thank you letter are just some of the ideas presented.
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Life Skills Lesson Plans

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This site provides four appropriate lesson plans for teaching life skills to young children with special needs. Topics taught include color recognition, sequence patterns, reading comprehension, and environment awareness. A good resource...
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Dreamms for Kids: Assistive Technology Solutions

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Site is dedicated to facilitating technology access to children with special needs. Check out the "Links," link for a wide variety of information from other sites.
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Dreamms for Kids: Assistive Technology Solutions

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Site is dedicated to facilitating technology access to children with special needs. Check out the "Links," link for a wide variety of information from other sites.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Services in Your State for Infants and Toddlers

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Parents of children ages birth through 5 years will find information on who to contact, what services they are entitled to, a dictionary of terms used in special education, and much more.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Services in Your State for Infants and Toddlers

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Parents of children ages birth through 5 years will find information on who to contact, what services they are entitled to, a dictionary of terms used in special education, and much more.
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Nasdse: Response to Intervention Nasdse and Case White Paper on Rt I [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This paper is a joint product by the National Association of State Directors of SpecialEducation (NASDSE) and the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) atthe Council for Exceptional Children. Our two organizations have...
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Zac Browser Gold

For Students K - 1st
Internet browser designed specifically for children with autism and other special needs. This resource allows children to interact directly with games and activities that cater to those who display the characteristics of autism spectrum...
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Cerebral Palsy Source: Cerebral Palsy and Education

For Students Pre-K - 1st
From a site full of resources and educational information on Cerebral Palsy, this article and linked articles provide necessary and important information for teachers of students with Cerebral Palsy. This page includes introductions to...
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Reading Rockets

Reading Rockets: Students With Autism: 10 Ideas for Inclusive Classrooms

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students with autism may have unique needs with learning, social skills, and communication. These ten simple ideas will help teachers address some of these needs and provide guidance for bringing out the best in learners with autism.
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Due Process and Complaints

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A reference site outlining the special education due process and complaint rights of parents and educators. The site provides a definition for due process, compliance complaints, and outlines the rights of parents.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Questions Asked by Parents About Special Ed Services

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Topcs of this section of the NICHCY site include Your Child's Evaluation, Your Child's Eligibility, Writing an IEP, Re-evaluation, and Other Issues.
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Other

Due Process and Complaints

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A reference site outlining the special education due process and complaint rights of parents and educators. The site provides a definition for due process, compliance complaints, and outlines the rights of parents.
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Center for Parent Information and Resources

Nichcy: Questions Asked by Parents About Special Ed Services

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Topcs of this section of the NICHCY site include Your Child's Evaluation, Your Child's Eligibility, Writing an IEP, Re-evaluation, and Other Issues.
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Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This sites provides a wealth of information regarding issues that surround educational rights. PACER works with parents of children with disabilities to insure educational equity.
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Reading Rockets

Reading Rockets: Dyslexia

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Children with dyslexia often have poor phonological skills, resulting in difficulties with decoding, reading fluency, and spelling. Dyslexia can also impact reading comprehension and writing. Learn about the early warning signs for...
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Reading Rockets

Reading Rockets: Autism and Asperger's

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Here you'll find information on how to help children with ASD succeed in the K-3 classroom, books for children that feature characters on the spectrum, links to PBS autism awareness programming and resources, and much more.