ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL ISSUE

How Chess Can Help Kids With ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, and Other Special Needs Build Back-to-School Confidence

Chess is often thought of as a game for prodigies, future grandmasters, or children who already show a natural... Read More

Getting Ready to Go Back to School: Students with Disabilities

Students with disabilities may struggle with the changes associated with starting a new school year. This is e... Read More

Supporting Children with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in School: Advice for Parents

Supporting children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) throughout their school journey is both rewarding... Read More

The Power of Following a Child's Lead

I had been working with Max (name changed to protect his privacy) for a little over a month. He was a sweet, b... Read More

Discovering Joy and Growth Through Golf: Where Swings, Putts and Golf Cart Rides Bring Smiles

Finding activities that are both fun and accommodating for individuals with disabilities can potentially be a ... Read More

Redefining Summer Fun: Making Space for Every Child, Every Family, Every Need

As an assistant professor of special education and an aunt to a 26-year-old niece with complex support needs w... Read More

My Voice, His Story: Giving Our Son a Voice Since He Can’t Speak for Himself

I am not a memoirist. I tend to say more with less, which is why poetry has been my usual form of expression f... Read More

Making Everyday Moments Count: Turning Summer Into Meaningful Learning Opportunities

When the school year ends, I feel all the emotions. I’m excited to not have to pack lunches and happy no... Read More

Fair Play: How Playgrounds Are Becoming More Inclusive for Kids with Vision and Hearing Disabilities

When kids go to a playground, they do more than just play. They learn how to interact with others. They enjoy ... Read More

Why Inclusive Swimming Matters

What Normalizes Disability

My child Sammy is such an amazing teacher on so many diffe... Read More

Fun Ways to Prevent the Summer Reading Slide in Dyslexia

Eight-year-old Alec was a very motivated student during his daily dyslexia intervention at school. He had been... Read More

From Planning to Takeoff: Traveling by Air with an Autistic Child

Traveling with an autistic child may seem daunting, but with the right preparation, it can be a rewarding expe... Read More