Early Intervention: There's No Time to Waste
Is It a Reading Disorder or Developmental Lag?
It's hard for parents to admit their child might have a learning difficulty, but research shows that early intervention is critical for overcoming reading delays. In Is It a Reading Disorder or Developmental Lag?, educational expert Susan Hall explains the importance of getting your student help now rather than later.
Featured Video: Fighting for Your Child
Having seen her older son struggle for years, Jennifer Simpson was able to recognize her daughter's reading challenges in preschool and get her help right away.
Ask the Tech Expert
A concerned parent wants to know: What technology tools can help my son with spelling? Dr. Tracy Gray at CITEd suggests resources for students trying to improve their spelling and those just wanting to get their thoughts on paper.
A Must-Have DVD from LearningStore:The Source for Learning Disabilities 
The best way to teach students with learning disabilities is through teamwork. Learn how the disciplines of speech-language pathology and learning disabilities intertwine so students are successful in school and in life. See this and other useful products in LD OnLine's LearningStore. |
From the Archives
For Parents
- Lessons Learned
The mother of a dyslexic son has tips on getting your child evaluated and how to hire and work with a tutor.
For Educators
- Waiting Rarely Works: Late Bloomers Usually Just Wilt
The American Federation of Teachers discusses several studies concluding that delayed readers rarely catch up on their own.
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Recommended Book — Ready to Learn: How to Help Your Preschooler Succeed
This comprehensive text by Stan Goldberg, clinical expert and father of two children with LD, includes teaching strategies and practical advice for parents of preschoolers with delays.
IDA National Conference — Sign Up Now!
Registration is now open for the International Dyslexia Association's 60th annual conference. Don't miss your chance to learn from and mingle with the experts in sunny Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
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