Excellent resource for the IEP process. I feel that so many parents are unaware of their ability to advocate for their children and don't know that th...moreExcellent resource for the IEP process. I feel that so many parents are unaware of their ability to advocate for their children and don't know that they have the power to push back against schools' decisions. It's intimidating to go against a school, especially when you don't understand the laws completely or are unsure of what to request. This book walks you through the entire process and is filled with advice designed to help you get the support your child needs. I recommend this for any parent that believes their child needs an IEP.(less)
This book was easy to read and understand. Reading it gave me a better sense of what to do to help my son. I recommend it to anyone with a new diagnos...moreThis book was easy to read and understand. Reading it gave me a better sense of what to do to help my son. I recommend it to anyone with a new diagnosis and a lot of questions about what should happen next.(less)
Parts of this book are 5 star...but I have several 1 star parts in mind, too. The idea of the book, and the lesson, are impressive. The actual events...moreParts of this book are 5 star...but I have several 1 star parts in mind, too. The idea of the book, and the lesson, are impressive. The actual events in the book go from weird to really out there. For instance, his ability to enter the school without public awareness of his status. Or his completely impossible relationship. Or the grandpa that hasn't spoken to him in years, even though they live together. Jeff's reaction to the standoff was totally implausible. And Kenny? That was a mental illness that needed more attention. This has the potential to become a 9th grade English class book discussion, but I wish the extremes were a little less so.(less)
The idea of Neurodiversity is that the time and place a person lives determines what is viewed as neurotypical. In societies where children are expect...moreThe idea of Neurodiversity is that the time and place a person lives determines what is viewed as neurotypical. In societies where children are expected to run and yell and play, behaviors that are considered inappropriate in other societies are viewed as 'normal' and these dichotomies lead to different labels. In cultures that value youth, imagination, creativity and action, a child with ADHD would thrive and teaching styles would match the way that child thinks. However, in another world, that same child is constantly in trouble, struggles with school environments and can get negative labels at an early age. This book, as you can imagine, suggests that the positives are still positives - it's just the environments that are different. As a society, we need to see the positives in our brain differences.
It sounds like a 'be happy' and 'happy happy joy joy' book but it isn't. I also expected it to include commentary on parenting styles, but I'm glad to say it was missing. (less)
There are so many ADHD books available but finding one that is designed to help kids is rare. Some try but most simply discuss therapy options or 'par...moreThere are so many ADHD books available but finding one that is designed to help kids is rare. Some try but most simply discuss therapy options or 'parenting ADHD' philosophies. This book, however, includes detailed plans for more than 40 activities. Each one has a story that kids can relate to and uses them as teaching moments. I can sit down with my son, read and discuss the story, talk about the activities and feel like we have accomplished something. NOTE: the activities include writing work and worksheets, we only avoided them because of my son's dysgraphia and dyslexia.(less)
I read this book as part of my preparation for the upcoming IEP program for my son. As someone who has repeatedly complained that the schools 'teach t...moreI read this book as part of my preparation for the upcoming IEP program for my son. As someone who has repeatedly complained that the schools 'teach to the test' I was interested in discovering the law behind my opinion. First, I was surprised. The history of the public education system's performance problems began to get the public's interest 40 years ago. When I was in elementary school there were already measures in place to address the failing school system.
The book is nothing more than the background of NCLB, a copy of the law and an explanation of what it actually means, which means it was just what I was looking for. Succinct, helpful and informative.(less)
We are in the process of having my son tested for dyslexia. This book is really useful for that "Is it dyslexia? What should I do to find out? What wi...moreWe are in the process of having my son tested for dyslexia. This book is really useful for that "Is it dyslexia? What should I do to find out? What will happen if it is?" stage because it provides information on background, diagnosis and treatment.
Like all books in the "for Dummies" series, it provides a lot of information and presents it in easy to understand language. Reading it helped me make a plan for testing and has given me useful tips on what follow-up steps would need to happen.
I recommend this book for anyone trying to help a struggling reader. You may realize that there is something making reading difficult - and getting the right kind of help can make all the difference!(less)
Note: This book is probably an excellent resource for someone working with a teen with ADHD that has never encountered an ADHD student before. I'm jus...moreNote: This book is probably an excellent resource for someone working with a teen with ADHD that has never encountered an ADHD student before. I'm just not that person.
I was hoping to find strategies to help my 10 year old son with school issues. Organizational ideas, behavioral responses, information for accommodation expectations...all are useful to parents working with an ADHD diagnosis but I think that many of us are starting the work when our children are diagnosed, which is often earlier than the teen years. The writing prompts and the timelines for homework are excellent for upper level work but simply not what most elementary school kids are facing. We're still in the land of timed math fact tests and spelling lists and the steps involved in preparing for a term paper aren't relevant.
I also finished the book a little depressed. Seeing all of these ideas and examples of how teachers can change the classroom and improve the school experience for ADHD kids made me realize how little our school is vested in helping these children. (less)
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