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The classic article by Emily Perl Kingsley about becoming the parent of a child with a disability. Read it. You'll be glad you did.
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Assessing Children for the Presence of a Disability
By: Renata Bursten, Dragonfly Staff
Although labeling a child can sometimes have a detrimental effect, it can also be the gateway to support that may be needed to let the child reach his or her full potential. Here is the real lowdown of IDEA assesments. From the good folks at NICHCY.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), lists 13 categories of disabilities under which children may be eligible for special education and related services. To determine if a child is eligible for classification under one of these areas of exceptionality, an evaluation, or assessment, of the child must be conducted. Here is everything you ever wanted to know about the process.
Assessing Children for the Presence of a Disability
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Occupational Therapy: Self Feeding: The Doidy Slanted Cup
It can be a messy business, learning how to drink independently. Try bringing the Doidy Slanted Cup into the bathtub filled with something tasty. Children relax when they know that spills don't matter, making learning easier. The slant allows parents to see exactly what their children are doing, and offer gentle assistance if needed.