Resources (Websites)
Americans with Disabilities Act (Section 504)
Wright’s Law provides a robust list of resources on this topic
Assistive Technology
Assistive technology for kids with learning and attention issues: What you need to know | Understood
Best Voice Recognition Software of 2019 | Business.com
Dictation (Speech-to-Text) Technology: What It Is and How It Works | Jamie Martin
Text-to-Speech: The first assistive technology for special learners | Jamie Martin
Back-to-School Guide: Must-Have Apps for Dyslexic Students | Jamie Martin
Attention Disorders
Learning and Attention Issues | Understood
Audio Book Apps
Homeschooling with Dyslexia Audio book review
Learning Specialist Materials Blogspot side-by side comparison of audiobook apps
Back to School Tips
Barth Syndrome SPECIFIC Resources
Booklets
Educational Guides for Schools
Growing up with Barth Syndrome
Videos/Webinars
Meeting the Needs of Special Learners | Barth Syndrome Foundation | Julie Floyd
Barth Syndrome in Simple Terms | A video to explain Barth syndrome to younger children
Blogs
Command Education, Homeschool Guide to College
Rasmussen College Education Blog
Books
The Core Strengthening Handbook
Find Resources in Libraries and Bookstores Near You | WorldCat
From Emotions to Advocacy | Harbor House Law Press
LD Online Book Recommendations by Subject
Bullying
Classroom Accommodations
Seating and positioning for children with sensory issues or other special needs ~ eSpecialNeeds
Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
What Is and Isn’t Covered under FAPE | Andrew M.I. Lee, JD
Inclusion
Special Education in the Least Restrictive Environment| Inclusion?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Center for Parent Information and Resources
National Center for Learning Disabilities
United States Department of Education Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Individual Education Plan
United States Department of Education IEP
What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan? | University of Washington
Keyboarding Techniques
Diana King Method for Touch Typing
Write makes Right: Type is Hype | Diana Hanbury King
Policy and Advocacy
Council for Exceptional Children
From Emotions to Advocacy Website
International Dyslexia Association
Laws and Guidance ~ US Department of Education
National School Boards Association
United Kingdom Kent County Council Learning Disability Resources
Professional Resources
American Occupational Therapy Association
American Physical Therapy Association
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Back-to-School Tips for Special Education Teachers | Kandace Wernsing and Reading Rockets
Center for Autism Research “CAR Autism Roadmap”
Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CA+IS)
Institute of Education Sciences
Digest of Educational Statistics | National Center for Education Statistics
National Association of Independent Schools
Types of Schools
CHARTER SCHOOLS
Public vs. Private vs. Charter Schools | GreatSchools.org
HOMESCHOOLING
Best Homeschooling Websites and Resources | K12 Learning Liftoff
MAGNET SCHOOLS
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Council for American Private Education (CAPE)
PRIVATE SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOLS
Fifty Best Private Special Needs Schools In the US
REGGIO EMILIA SCHOOLS
Five Facts about Reggio Emilia
North American Reggio Emilia Alliance
TRADITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
EDFacts Consolidated State Performance Report of Public Schools | US Department of Education
VIRTUAL SCHOOLS
Facts about Public Virtual Schools
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
Vocational Rehabilitation PACER Transition Resources
WALDORF SCHOOLS
Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
Downloads
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A one pager with key information about Barth syndrome for each teacher to have on file when teaching a student with Barth syndrome
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A colorful one page Infograph similar to the Little Book for Children about Barth Syndrome.
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A list of topics for a school age child who wishes to tell others about Barth syndrome.
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This booklet was produced by Barth Syndrome UK in conjunction with the NHS Barth Syndrome Service.
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Our Little Book for Children is a simple, beautifully illustrated guide to Barth syndrome, aimed at young children
