Specific Learning Disability
Handouts
Guidelines for Serving Students with Specific Learning Disabilities in Educational Settings
NDDPI
These guidelines are designed to help IEP teams to make a determination if a student has a learning disability.
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Helping Children with Learning Disabilities: A Parent's Handbook
Channing Bete
Guide explains different types of learning disabilities, possible causes, symptoms, where to find help, and how parents can help their child succeed. Workbook pages help parents prepare for IEP meetings, record phone numbers and appointments, and more. Covers the Federal Special Education Law and parents' rights. Also includes a glossary of terms related to learning disabilities. Fill-in sections, worksheets, and other interactive features make handbooks ideal for ongoing reference.
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Helping Your Child with Dyslexia: A Parent's Handbook
Channing Bete
This handbook guides parents to a better understanding of dyslexia, and provides them with practical strategies to help their child succeed. Offers an overview of dyslexia, describes symptoms that may be evident at various grade levels, explains diagnosis, and emphasizes the importance of early detection. Also discusses common coexisting disorders and services that may be available.
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Online Resources
Learning Disabilities (LD)
CPIR
Fact sheet from CPIR on learning disabilities.
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Agencies & Organizations
Haley's Hope
Haley's Hope is dedicated to serving the 1 in 5 people with dyslexia in our community, helping them to master reading, writing, and spelling through consulting and one-on-one tutoring.
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