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Dyslexia
Dianne Craft “Right Brain” Learning System
Dianne Craft “Right Brain” Learning System began as Child Diagnostics, a private consulting firm established by Dianne Craft in 1997 in Denver, Colorado. Known for her...
Homeschooling with Dyslexia
Homeschooling with Dyslexia is a forum for sharing encouragement and resources for homeschooling parents or parents considering homeschooling their kids with dyslexia....
Language Disorders
Language disorders can affect a person’s ability to understand, express, or process language. Here are the main types of language disorders: Receptive Language Disorder...
What is Phonological Processing?
Phonological processing refers to the ability to recognize and manipulate the sound structures of language, which is essential for reading, spelling, and speaking. It...
Formative Instructional Tools
Formative instructional tools are resources and strategies that help teachers assess students' understanding and progress in real time, allowing for timely feedback and...
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology (AT) refers to devices, software, or equipment designed to help individuals with disabilities perform tasks that might otherwise be difficult or...
What is a 504 Plan?
A 504 Plan is a formal plan developed in the U.S. to provide accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities in public schools and ensure equal access to...
What is an IEP?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written plan developed for public school students eligible for special education services in the U.S. under the Individuals...
Successfully Homeschooling with Children with Special Needs
Homeschooling children with learning disabilities, such as ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), autism, or other learning differences, requires a tailored approach that...
What is Handwriting without Tears?
Handwriting Without Tears (HWT) (now called Learning without Tears) is a popular curriculum developed by occupational therapist Jan Z. It teaches handwriting to children in...
The 10 Levels of the Barton Reading and Spelling System
The Barton Reading and Spelling System consists of 10 levels designed to build progressively on students’ reading, spelling, and writing skills. Here’s a breakdown of the...
