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Sites of the Day: Behavior Issues

Listing of sites on behavioral special needs that have been featured as an About Parenting Special Needs Site of the Day.

Sites of the Day: Special Programs

Listing of sites on programs for children with special needs that have been featured as a About Parenting Special Needs Site of the Day.

What You Need to Know About Field Day

Field Day can be a real obstacle course for kids with special needs, and not in a fun way. Make sure the folks in charge are planning a day that's positive and appropriate for every student.

Sites of the Day: Autism Spectrum

Listing of sites on Autism Spectrum Disorders that have been featured as a About Parenting Special Needs Site of the Day.

Transition to Adulthood in Arizona

Arizona's adulthood-transition planning for students with special needs should begin by the time the student turns 16. Learn more about special education in Arizona from a parent advisor with experience helping Arizona parents.

Early-Intervention Services in Arizona

Arizona's early-intervention program is called AzEIP. Learn more about Arizona early-intervention services from a parent advisor with experience helping Arizona parents.

Preparing the School for Your Child with Juvenile Diabetes

School can be a difficult place for children with diabetes -- physically, academically and socially. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe and successful with these tips and printouts.

Early-Intervention Services in Illinois

Illinois's Early Intervention Program helps children birth to age 3 with developmental disabilities. Learn more about the services available and how you can quickly get started.

Transition to Adulthood in Texas

Texas's adulthood-transition planning for students with special needs should begin by end of the student's freshman year in high school. Learn more about special education in Texas from a parent advisor with experience helping Texas parents.

Early-Intervention Services in Texas

Texas provides early-intervention services to children under three through the Early Childhood Intervention Program. Learn more about Texas early-intervention services from a parent advisor with experience helping Texas parents.

Special Education in Texas

In Texas, special-education services are planned by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARDC). Learn more about special education in Texas from a parent advisor with experience helping Texas parents.

Preparing the School for Your Child with a Peanut Allergy

School can be a dangerous place for children with a peanut allergy. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe with these tips and printouts.

Preparing the School for Your Child with a Food Allergy

School can be a dangerous place for children with a food allergy. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe with these tips and printouts.

Preparing the School for Your Child with Neurofibromatosis

School can be a difficult place for children with neurofibromatosis -- socially, academically and behaviorally. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe and successful with these tips and printouts.

Early-Intervention Services in Maine

Maine's early-intervention program is called Child Development Services. Learn more about Maine early-intervention services and how you can quickly get started.

Special Education in Maine

Getting started with special education can be an intimidating experience. Here are five ways for parents in Maine to get information about the special-education process and find the contacts they need.

Transition to Adulthood in Michigan

Guiding your child with special needs through the transition from school to adulthood can be a stressful experience. Here are five ways for parents in Michigan to get information about the transition process and find the contacts they need.

Special-Needs Swim Gear

Children with special needs may face special challenges when it comes to water play -- from keeping ear tubes dry to finding extra-large swim diapers. Here's the gear they'll need to stay cool in the pool.

Special Education in Kentucky

Getting started with special education can be an intimidating experience. Here are five ways for parents in Kentucky to get information about the special-education process and find the contacts they need.

Preparing the School for Your Child with Celiac Disease

School can be a difficult place for children with celiac disease -- physically, socially and emotionally. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe with these tips and printouts.

Preparing the School for Your Child with Cystic Fibrosis

School can be a difficult place for children with cystic fibrosis -- physically, academically and socially. Let the school know what your child needs to be safe and successful with these tips and printouts.

Special Education in Iowa

Getting started with special education can be an intimidating experience. Here are five ways for parents in Iowa to get information about the special-education process and find the contacts they need.

Early-Intervention Services in New Jersey

New Jersey's early-intervention program is called New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS). Learn more about New Jerssey's early-intervention services and how you can quickly get started.

Wear Your Heart on Your Wrist

Wristbands that support a cause are everywhere these days. Here are an armful for child-related charities.

Early-Intervention Services in Alabama

Alabama's early-intervention program is administered through Local Education Agencies (LEAs). Learn more about Alabama early-intervention services from a parent advisor with experience helping Alabama parents.

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