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By Terri Mauro, About.com Guide to Special Children

Site of the Day: Wednesday, February 1
"For Better or For Worse": Shannon Lake

Wednesday February 1, 2006
If you're a fan of the long-running comic strip "For Better or For Worse," you've probably met Shannon Lake, a special-education student at April's school who has become a recurring character. What you might not know, though, is that the character is based on cartoonist Lynn Johnston's niece, and that the two of them have their own little corner of the FBorFW Web site. Stop by to learn more about Shannon and her inspiration, Stephanie, and read the strips they've inspired. It might be an empowering place to visit with your child, too. ... More Sites of the Day

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