Parents Success Libary

Get Your Child Ready for School

Different personality traits can affect how a child reacts to starting school. Here's how to deal with children who are shy, excitable, anxious and more, as well as ways to help them adjust to the back to school environment.

How Students Learn in Differentiated Classrooms

Differentiated education recognizes students' strengths as well as their individual learning styles. It allows students of all abilities to learn in the same classroom.

Will Your Child Need Special Help in School?

If your child is struggling in school, what should you do? Check out your options to help him.

What Should You Expect from Your School if Your Child Has ADHD?

You want the best for your child. If she has ADHD, what should you look for in your school to help?

Watch Your Tongue!

Words can make us feel good or bad, worthwhile or worthless, self confident or insecure. Words can make us laugh or cry, smile or frown, celebrate or grieve.

Warning Signs of Struggling Readers

The sooner a difficulty with reading is discovered, the sooner things can be done to remedy the situation.

Trust Your Gut: Making Decisions About Your Special Needs Child

When you discover your child has special needs, you may find yourself easily overwhelmed by the professional terms and personal advice that come your way.

Tips for Individualized Education Program Meetings

Not sure how to prepare for those uncomfortable IEP meetings? Consider this your guide.

Tips and Resources for Families of Special Needs Children

It's not easy having a brother or sister with special needs. Here's how to make sure you're there for all your children.

Telling Stories and Teaching Lessons

Don't just read to your child. Deviate from the story and teach them important lessons.

Special Education: Teaching Real-World Experiences

When it comes to evaluating your child's education, you may want to look beyond grades or classroom behavior. Some schools even look to four-legged friends.

Testing Siblings of Special Needs Kids

Some kids pass standardized tests with flying colors. But those with special needs siblings face other tests too.

Rites of Passage for Special Needs Children

Sometimes, children with special needs miss out on the rights of passage of childhood. How can parents cope? Read one mom's inspiring reflections.

Speaking to a Child with Special Needs

Often, able-bodied persons feel uncomfortable addressing children with special needs, particularly if they're in a wheel chair. Get suggestions on how to communicate respectfully and meaningfully.

Special Attention: Is It Autism?

Understand the signs of autism spectrum disorders. A review of common behavioral indicators and what to do if you're worried.

Should My Child Be Held Back?

Know the facts before you decide to hold your child back a grade. Get expert perspective and suggested alternatives to retention.

School Buses and Student Independence

Riding the school bus is an important mark of a child's independence. But many parents feel a mix of emotions seeing their child board the bus.

Schools Increase Awareness of Students with Disabilities

Kids with disabilities have a lot to offer for schools. Check out some schools that recognize and celebrate that fact.

Research Roundup: Lose the tonsils?

If you've thought about having your child's tonsils removed, here's something to consider: it could improve his behavior.

Raising a Child with Autism—A Mother’s Story

A mother tells how her son proved wrong specialists' dire predictions about his limitations.

Promoting Kindness Toward Students with Disabilities

Being a special needs student can be hard, especially when other kids tease and laugh. Here's a program by Easter Seals to help.

Programs for Siblings of Special Needs Children

If you have a special needs child, you may not always think of the impact that has on your other children. What should you do to help them cope?

Plan Early to Find the Right Summer Camp

Finding a good camp for your child can be a challenge. Start the search early to find the best fit.

Mothers of Special Needs Children Form a Kinship

Having a special needs child can be frustrating and wonderful. Sometimes it helps to talk to another parent.

Live in the Moment: Parenting a Child with Special Needs

There are so many challenges when you're parenting a child with special needs. How can you stay balanced?

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