If your child can answer a question when it’s written down, but falls apart when it’s said out loud, you’re not imagining things. Auditory memory is the skill that helps a student hold onto spoken ...

So, you’ve been told your child qualifies for a 504 Plan. Great, right? But wait, what exactly does that mean? More importantly, what goes in a 504 Plan, and how do you know if it’s enough? Welcome to ...

When your child struggles with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, or executive functioning, the simple act of taking notes in class can become overwhelming. However, note-taking is an essential academic ...

So, what exactly is the age of majority, and how does it affect the IEP process? Let’s dive in! What Is the Age of Majority? The age of majority is the legal age at which a person is considered an ...

In Your IEP Playbook: A Parent’s Guide to Confident Advocacy, disability parent and special education advocate Lisa Lightner delivers a practical guide for parents and caregivers of children with ...

As an advocate, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to help my clients. That includes being collaborative with IEP teams and bringing ideas to the table. That’s why I’m excited to share with ...

Presumed competence, in my experience, is a term that gets a lot of buzz. But not a lot of traction, certainly not in IEP meetings. But if we’re going to have strengths-based IEPs and focus on student ...

f you’re tired of the same four figures showing up every February…same. Look, I love what MLK and Harriet Tubman and others accomplished….but we’ve got to share more, learn more. That’s why I put ...

We worry about our non-disabled children growing up and becoming independent. But when you have a child with disabilities, that worry increases. The statistics don’t lie: Over 80% of disabled adults ...

Are you looking for a fun and educational way to teach your child about the 50 states of the US? Our Free 50 States Trace It, Write It, and Color It printable worksheets are the perfect resource for ...

Study skills don’t always come naturally, especially for students with ADHD, executive functioning struggles, or other learning challenges. The good news? Explicit teaching and practice can help these ...

Social skills don’t just develop naturally for every student—especially for those with disabilities. That’s why targeted interventions are essential. Whether your child or student has autism, ADHD, ...