Dyslexia
Recommended Books on dyslexia:
Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz–a fabulous book on dyslexia and a must read for any parent with a dyslexic child
The Dyslexic Advantage by by Brock L. Eide and Fernetter F. Eide
The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning by Ben Foss
From Emotions to Advocacy by Peter Wright, Esq.
Websites on dyslexia:
Bright Solutions for Dyslexia : One of the best and most comprehensive online resources concerning dyslexia.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
Understood: for Learning and Attention Issues
Videos on Dyslexia:
From Bright Solutions for Dyslexia
· Myths about Dyslexia
· Dyslexia: Symptoms and Solutions
· Classroom Accommodations
· Advice for Homeschoolers
Based on the inspiring true story of Mike Jones and his mother Pat, 'Mical' is an emotionally charged story of Mike’s dyslexia and how Pat’s persistence and determination changed everything.
ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
VIDEOS ON ADHD:
ADHD Explained: A 28-Minute Primer
The 30 Essential Ideas Every Parent Needs to Know
For Parents of Children with ADHD- by Dr. Russell Barkley (This video is 3 hours long. We recommend you watch it in sections, rather than straight through.)
This video series has short helpful videos about ADHD and how to help kids and adults with ADHD.
Books on ADHD
Smart but Scattered by Peg Dawson, EdD, and Richard Guare, PhD
Taking Charge of ADHD by Russel Barkely, PhD
Driven to Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder by Edward M. Hallowell, M.D., and John J Ratey, M.D
Your Defiant Child: Eight Steps to Better Behavior (2nd Edition) by Russell A. Barkley, PhD, ABPP, ABCN and Christine M. Benton
Advocacy and Accommodations
ADVOCACY:
AEM- National Center on Accessible Educational Materials
Wrights Law- information about Special Education Laws
Wiscarson Law Firm- Information and advocacy in education for students with special needs