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With the skyrocketing diagnoses of ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and related conditions in U.S. schools, there is a growing need for information on creating effective IEPs for exceptional students. The IEP From A to Z is a step-by-step guide showing teachers and parents how to get the right education plan in place for students with ADHD, Autism/Asperger's, Emotional/Behavioral Disturbance, and related conditions.

How do we include all children, regardless of their native language, behaviors, abilities, and disabilities, in a general education classroom? Do the challenges outweigh the benefits? These are the questions Andrew was forced to confront as an early childhood educator. In Love Is a Classroom, Andrew chronicles a pivotal year in his teaching career. When he took the position at Vista Elementary School, Andrew was confident he knew everything there was to know about including all children in his classroom.

Mario Tagliani è un maestro, a questo lavoro è arrivato un po' per caso, un po' per passione, un po' per amore. Quando negli anni Ottanta arriva a Torino, vince un concorso pubblico e si presenta a scuola per il suo primo giorno da maestro. La direttrice lo guarda, quasi scrutandolo, e poi dice "Che ne pensa del Ferrante Aporti, il carcere minorile della città?" Comincia così la storia di Mario, il maestro che accompagna sui banchi centinaia di ragazzi che tra quelle mura scontano la loro pena.

Hochsensibilität bei Kindern: Wie Sie Ihr Kind endlich verstehen und es optimal fördern und unterstützen können – für eine unbeschwerte und harmonische Erziehung. Fühlt sich Ihr Kind häufig unkonzentriert, überfordert und ängstlich, weswegen es sich Ihnen gegenüber auch häufig blockiert? Haben Sie das Gefühl keine enge Beziehung zu Ihrem Kind aufbauen zu können, da Sie die Gedanken- und Gefühlswelt nicht nachvollziehen können? Möchten Sie Ihr Kind bestmöglich unterstützen, ohne es unter Druck zu setzen? Dann können Sie jetzt endlich aufatmen.

Patricia Doran is an author and educator with decades of experience successfully teaching students from diverse backgrounds, ages, learning abilities, and learning disabilities, particularly individuals who have been told that they are dyslexic. She is an expert in explicit, systematic phonics instruction via direct instruction.

Vous vous sentez épuisé dans votre travail ? Vos élèves vous mènent la vie dure ? Vous avez du mal à vous lever le matin parce que vous avez peur de la vie scolaire ? Alors ce livre peut vous aider. Le métier d'enseignant n'est pas facile. Les perturbations et les élèves provocateurs peuvent rendre votre vie quotidienne à l'école beaucoup plus difficile et vous faire perdre tout plaisir à enseigner. Le risque d'épuisement professionnel ne doit pas être sous-estimé, en particulier dans ce domaine. Vous en êtes peut-être déjà à un point où vous envisagez de jeter l'éponge.

Splendid Agony is an informative, illuminating, and encouraging book that offers valuable insights for people with dyslexia, parents and teachers of people with dyslexia, and anyone who wants to know more about what it's like to go through the American educational system with dyslexia.

Navigate the intricate terrain of nurturing language skills in both typically developing children and those facing unique challenges, from late talkers to those with special needs. This book equips you with essential tools and proven strategies, eliminating the guesswork and empowering you to foster language proficiency with confidence.

Introducing the only ADHD parenting guide you need to go from feeling frustrated and overwhelmed to being confident and in control. Another day, another meltdown. Unfinished homework, sudden changes, or uncomfortable socks—the emotional fallout is familiar. How often do you retreat for patience, only to feel guilty? Do you question if you're doing enough? Wish for a "normal" parenting experience? You're not alone.

Step into the captivating world of "A Lifetime in Special Education: An Educator's Journey through the Special Education World," where heartfelt stories, enlightening insights, and unwavering dedication converge to illuminate the transformative power of education. Beyond the classroom, this book delves into the intricate tapestry of policies, innovations, and advocacy that shape the evolution of special education. From historical milestones to contemporary debates, the author comprehensively explores the dynamic forces that have propelled the field forward.

The IEP process can be confusing, frustrating, and time-consuming. Understanding what your child or student needs is one thing, but getting them help and resources can be another thing altogether. Drawing on decades of experience, Jennifer Laviano and Julie Swanson are uniquely positioned to guide both parents and teachers through the IEP process. The IEP Guide for All breaks down the legal and standardized language and will leave parents feeling confident while navigating the IEP process.

Individuals with Asperger's syndrome often possess a range of unique strengths that can be harnessed effectively in various contexts, particularly when it comes to goal-setting. These strengths can serve as a solid foundation for personal development and achievement. Understanding and recognizing these attributes is essential for parents, caregivers, and teachers who aim to support individuals with Asperger’s in reaching their full potential.

Creating a classroom environment that honors diversity begins with respecting the individuality of each student. When a teacher embraces a humanistic ethos and the principles of the universal design for learning, a beautiful mosaic emerges that enables all students to learn and grow within a productive and caring learning environment.

Many individuals with learning disabilities possess a wealth of knowledge and skills that can be harnessed effectively. By redefining the narrative around learning disabilities, we can empower ourselves and others to view these obstacles as stepping stones rather than insurmountable barriers.

Este volume convida os educadores a conhecerem um pouco mais sobre a Educação Integral e suas potencialidades. Trata-se de um estudo voltado para identificar as diferentes possibilidades da Educação Integral como proposta educativa que visa a formação e o desenvolvimento de todas as dimensões dos sujeitos. A Educação Integral pode ser compreendida como o compromisso de construir uma educação de qualidade, formando sujeitos plenos para o exercício do seu papel na sociedade. Não é considerada uma metodologia, tão pouco uma modalidade de educação.

Gardening is fundamental to providing healthy air, nutritious food, and beauty for the world. But even beyond this, the art of gardening provides many therapeutic benefits for children! You don't have to be an expert gardener to let your green thumb flourish and share all that can be learned in the world of horticulture! Whether you are a teacher, therapist, or parent of young children, you might be on the constant prowl for new activities that help create a safe space where kids can grow. If that's the case, look no further than Growing Hope: The Therapeutic Benefits of Gardening.

Unexpected Joy is a book about an inspirational young man who makes friends everywhere he goes. He is not like everyone else. He has special needs. He has taken his father and others on a journey they did not choose. His father learned to embrace the journey over many years. This is a story of struggle, depression, deliverance, redemption, acceptance, and eventually joy wrapped in an adventure of a lifetime of challenges.

Before Kionne McGhee became a State Representative, author, professor, husband, and father, he had to survive a harsh reality. Growing up in the tough Naranja Housing Projects of South Miami, McGhee balanced being the man of the house with the pressures of street life. Petty crimes, skipping school, and living fast defined his early years.

Your Students, My Students, Our Students: Rethinking Equitable and Inclusive Classrooms is expertly read by Rodney Tompkins. This audio edition includes a brief excerpt from Frey, Fisher and Dominique Smith's All Learning Is Social and Emotional: Helping Students Develop Essential Skills for the Classroom and Beyond, which is also available as a full length audiobook from Echo Point Books & Media.

هل يولد جميع الأطفال أذكياء؟!! إذا كان الجواب نعم فلماذا نرى تفاوتًا في قدراتهم ودرجاتهم الدّراسية؟ وإذا كان الجواب لا فعلى ماذا تعتمد نسبة ذكاء الطفل وما الأمور...