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Fruits, Vegetables, and Pesticides – Infographic

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:07:15 +0000

Proper nutrition impacts physical health, but more importantly for growing kids, it impacts brain health and functioning. Eating right can bring about more energy and influence positive results in...

Anonymously Polling Students in the Classroom

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:52:57 +0000

Up until a few years ago, if a teacher wanted to poll the students in the classroom about any topic, the polling was done by a show of hands. How many students like recess better than Math? All hands...

World Teachers’ Day 2011 and Walk to School Day 2011

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:57:07 +0000

World Teachers' Day has been celebrated since 1994 and it celebrates the teaching profession and promotes international teaching standards. "Hike it. Bike it. I like it!" is the slogan for this...

From Kindergarten to College With a Learning Disability

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 17:55:54 +0000

One of the main goals of the trip to Eugene was to spend time with Dr. Robert Meeker of SOI Systems, to gain a better understanding of the SOI Certified Learning program. From Kindergarten to College...

Teaching Kids About Aspergers and Other Disabilities

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:38:06 +0000

The schools should spend part of a day educating kids about the various learning disabilities that they will no doubt encounter with their peers. Teaching Kids About Aspergers and...

Accurate Thinking For Parents, Teachers, and Students – Or, What Was on the School Answering Machine

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 19:03:49 +0000

Years ago I had seen a YouTube video about an absurd, but hilarious video of a school answering machine message to parents with a very sarcastic tone. It was on the machine of the Maroochydore High...

Lunchbox Ideas – Banana Notes

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:24:29 +0000

I used to leave little notes on napkins when I'd pack a lunchbox or send snacks to school with the kids. Leaving lunchbox notes on bananas is much more fun. Lunchbox Ideas – Banana Notes...

Starting the School Year With an IEP

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 22:21:12 +0000

One thing that many parents forget is that whatever was included in the IEP for last year transfers to the new school year. Starting the School Year With an IEP is a post from: Easy IEP...

Chocolate Milk in Schools – Infographic

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:08:50 +0000

Being an infographic junkie, I was happy to find this one outlining the Facts About Chocolate Milk in Schools. Chocolate Milk in Schools – Infographic is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related...

How Stress Affects College Students – Infographic

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:38:35 +0000

Today's college students are more stressed than ever before. This infographic shows how and why. How Stress Affects College Students – Infographic is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP...

How to Break Bad Habits and Create Good Habits

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:41:47 +0000

Most habits are created more easily than they can be broken because once the pathway of the habit is set in the brain it must be replaced with a new or different pathway. If you fold a piece of paper...

Easy IEP Help News on August 3, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:41:45 +0000

What To Do When ADHD is NOT in the IEP August 3, 2011- Here are some good tips and useful accommodations from Wrightslaw to consider for children with ADHD when preparing an IEP. Easy IEP Help News...

Child Safety Recalls and The Power of the Internet

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 21:10:42 +0000

But today, we have the internet and with it comes access to information and resources that previously took hours or days to find. And that brings a slice of sanity and relief to all the parents who...

Some Say Parents Are To Blame For Lack Of Good Education

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:59:08 +0000

We currently have a rousing debate in this country about how best to educate our children. On one side we have schools and teachers and on the other we have education reformers. Some Say Parents Are...

Nothing Brightens Your Day Like Kids Laughing

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:19:42 +0000

Kids laughing after being sprayed with a misting bottle Nothing Brightens Your Day Like Kids Laughing is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Teaching Kids About Aspergers and...

Help Schools, Teachers and Parents Understand Learning Disabilities

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:46:02 +0000

Just as special needs children must work harder and longer to complete schoolwork, so must their parents. Help Schools, Teachers and Parents Understand Learning Disabilities is a post from: Easy...

Top 10 List of Most Controversial Books of 2009 – Infographic

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 18:20:29 +0000

There have always been controversial books and "Catcher in the Rye" is usually tops on the list. Some of these books made sense to be on a "banned books" list in the 50s and maybe 60s but times have...

Easy IEP Help News on May 26, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 27 May 2011 06:49:52 +0000

iPad Apps to meet *IEP Goals* May 26, 2011- The above link is a good article from Tech & Learning outlining some useful iPad Apps for IEPs. We’re just beginning to scratch the surface of...

Mindfulness Can Help With Attention in School

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 12 May 2011 20:51:23 +0000

I first heard about Mindfulness at a learning conference years ago and was fascinated by the process and potential for living, or "being," in the present moment. I'd been practicing it myself for...

Helicopter Parents Lighten Up With a New Book

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 10 May 2011 16:27:36 +0000

I think we're all a little guilty of being too strict with our kids but it's for their own good, right? Maybe it is, but as the book, "Fifty Dangerous Things (You Should Let Your Children Do)"...

Should My Child Attend the IEP Meeting?

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 04 May 2011 18:55:55 +0000

When and why should a parent allow their child to attend the IEP? Should My Child Attend the IEP Meeting? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:It’s IEP Season – Time for...

How Many Texts is Too Many Texts?

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 01 May 2011 04:47:50 +0000

Parent Open House at our school happened last week and one of the big topics among parents was, “How Many Texts is Too Many Texts?” You’d think we’d all be concerned about how...

Easy IEP Help News on April 28, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 18:06:36 +0000

Bullying of Kids with Disabilities: How One Young Man Took Back Control April 28, 2011- As a parent of children with learning disabilities, bullying because of a disability is always a big fear....

NASA Earth Day Video Contest 2011

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 20:38:46 +0000

NASA Earth Day Video Contest 2011 on YouTube - Follow on Twitter at #NASAEarthVid NASA Earth Day Video Contest 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Autism, PDD-NOS...

Halotherapy – Benefits of Salt Therapy For Asthma and Respiratory Problems

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:13:01 +0000

Salt Therapy is a great health alternative for all ages, and the benefits of a drug-free, non-invasive treatment for asthma and respiratory problems with zero side effects can't be...

Your Baby Can Read – The Promise of Super Babies

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:55:06 +0000

Watchdog groups have claimed that Your Baby Can Read's claims are false and misleading. Is the promise of Super Babies Wrong? Your Baby Can Read – The Promise of Super Babies is a post...

Neural Plasticity (Neuroplasticity, Brain Plasticity) – The Ability of the Brain to Change With Experience

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:59:37 +0000

Exercise, playing games, and shared life experiences can all result in the strengthening or weakening of nerve connections. Neural Plasticity (Neuroplasticity, Brain Plasticity) – The Ability...

Should I Sign The IEP?

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:06:21 +0000

The rules and laws vary from state to state, but you should ultimately always sign the IEP. It doesn't mean you HAVE to, and you might not always agree with everything in the IEP but there should be...

It’s IEP Season – Time for IEP Meetings

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 23:23:17 +0000

I go on the record as recommending that IEP Season be moved to October through December. It’s IEP Season – Time for IEP Meetings is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP...

Easy IEP Help News on March 29, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:46:32 +0000

A parent with ADHD explaining to his daughter with ADHD why things won't be so bad in school. Easy IEP Help News on March 29, 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help...

Tips For Getting Kids To Read

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 20:21:05 +0000

One of the biggest challenges for kids with learning disabilities is reading. If they can’t read they won’t do well in school. They also won’t want to read. And we all know the only...

Characteristics or Early Signs of Autism Infographic

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:31:20 +0000

Early Signs of Autism - Infographic showing the Characteristics of Autism Characteristics or Early Signs of Autism Infographic is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Signs of a...

Movement and the Brain – Brain Gym Exercises Help With Learning

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 21:26:21 +0000

Movement and the Brain - The Brain Gym has a set of programs and movements that can help with learning. Movement and the Brain – Brain Gym Exercises Help With Learning is a post from: Easy...

KidZui – Web Browser For Children That Provides Safe Internet Use

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:43:53 +0000

KidZui - Web Browser For Children That Provides Safe Internet Use KidZui – Web Browser For Children That Provides Safe Internet Use is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Child...

What Teachers Make

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 03:44:21 +0000

What Teachers Make Video Response - Taylor Mali What Teachers Make is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Accurate Thinking For Parents, Teachers, and Students – Or, What Was on...

Autism, PDD-NOS Research Video

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:15:24 +0000

Dr. Valerie Hu explains in this video Autism Research Autism, PDD-NOS Research Video is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Autism Asperger Social Skills Videos Social Skills Goals...

Race To Nowhere Film

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:47:31 +0000

Race to Nowhere looks at the pressures parents and kids face with too much homework, getting into college, and the stress of being overworked. Race To Nowhere Film is a post from: Easy IEP...

Easy IEP Help News on March 7, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 06:13:32 +0000

Easy IEP News Letter Easy IEP Help News on March 7, 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News on March 29, 2011 Easy IEP Help News on January...

Sculpture in the Park

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 17:37:13 +0000

Sculpture in the Park - can you figure out what it is made out of? Sculpture in the Park is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Changing Paradigms in Education – RSA Animate Video...

Easy IEP Help News on February 28, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 23:46:22 +0000

IEEs: Do You Have to Explain Why You Disagree? February 28, 2011- Good info for parents considering an Independent Education Evaluation. Easy IEP Help News on February 28, 2011 is a post from:...

Changing Paradigms in Education – RSA Animate Video With Sir Ken Robinson

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 07:24:37 +0000

Changing Paradigms in Education: Sir Ken Robinson Video (RSA Animate) Changing Paradigms in Education – RSA Animate Video With Sir Ken Robinson is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP...

Late For School

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 16:07:12 +0000

Late For School Video that shows how it feels when you're late to school. Late For School is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Starting the School Year With an IEP Easy IEP Help...

Two-Handed Bowler Told He’s Not Doing it Right – Wins State Title

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 19:58:40 +0000

Two-Handed Bowler Told He's Not Doing it Right - Wins State Title. Be yourself and do what works best for you. Two-Handed Bowler Told He’s Not Doing it Right – Wins State Title is a...

How Processing Affects Kids With Learning Disabilities

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:44:54 +0000

Many kids with learning disabilities have difficulty “processing” information. This makes it a challenge to follow class lectures and keep up with the curriculum. The video above is one...

What Are Your Strengths?

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 20:52:13 +0000

What Are Your Strengths? What Are Your Strengths? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Neural Plasticity (Neuroplasticity, Brain Plasticity) – The Ability of the Brain to Change...

Happy Valentine’s Day

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:29:31 +0000

Happy Valentine's Day Happy Valentine’s Day is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Chocolate Math – Fun Trick for Teaching Math Chocolate Milk in Schools...

Chocolate Math – Fun Trick for Teaching Math

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 07:33:38 +0000

Chocolate Math - Fun Trick for Teaching Math Chocolate Math – Fun Trick for Teaching Math is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Happy Valentine’s Day Chocolate Milk in...

Do You Have Adult ADHD?

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 07:06:36 +0000

Do You Have Adult ADHD? If your child does you may have it too. Do You Have Adult ADHD? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:“Percy Jackson” Author Reveals Reading Success...

Bus Drives Over a Waterfall

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 04:26:20 +0000

Bus Drives Over a Waterfall in Nicaragua Bus Drives Over a Waterfall is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Preschool Test: Which Way is the Bus Going?

Easy IEP Help News on February 5, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:00:47 +0000

6 Parenting Tips on Special Education Law and Transportation *…* January 29, 2011 Easy IEP Help News on February 5, 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News...

“Bath Salts” – Legal Drug That Could be Fatal

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 07:48:01 +0000

"Bath Salts" - Legal Drug That Could be Fatal “Bath Salts” – Legal Drug That Could be Fatal is a post from: Easy IEP Help No related posts.

Does Your School Have a High Walk Score?

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:30:52 +0000

Does Your School Have a High Walk Score? Find out at the Walk Score website. Does Your School Have a High Walk Score? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:World Teachers’ Day...

Easy IEP Help News on January 29, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 20:08:22 +0000

Resources for writing IEP Goals and Objectives Easy IEP Help News on January 29, 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News on January 11, 2011 Writing...

Facebook Privacy – Talk With Your Kids

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:26:00 +0000

Facebook Privacy - Update Your Settings Facebook Privacy – Talk With Your Kids is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:25 Websites With Free Shipping for the Holidays Teaching...

Auditory Integration Training (AIT) for Autism, CAPD, and Other Learning Disorders

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 16:23:11 +0000

Auditory Integration Training (AIT) re-trains the auditory system and normalize the way the brain processes information. Auditory Integration Training (AIT) for Autism, CAPD, and Other...

School Lunch Blog: Fed Up With Lunch

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:35:11 +0000

School Lunch Blog: Fed Up With Lunch School Lunch Blog: Fed Up With Lunch is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:National School Lunch Program Los Angeles Unified School District...

Preschool Test: Which Way is the Bus Going?

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 06:24:03 +0000

Preschool Test: Which Way is the Bus Going? Video Test Preschool Test: Which Way is the Bus Going? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Preschool IEP Bus Drives Over...

TeachMe: Kindergarten – iPhone App

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 07:33:07 +0000

TeachMe: Kindergarten is an iPhone App that teaches addition, subtraction, spelling and sight words. TeachMe: Kindergarten – iPhone App is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:IEP...

Easy IEP Help News on January 11, 2011

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 08:03:25 +0000

Difference between an IEP and 504 Easy IEP Help News on January 11, 2011 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News on January 29, 2011 Easy IEP Help News on...

Sir Ken Robinson – Does School Kill Creativity?

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 06:18:20 +0000

Sir Ken Robinson Video - Does School Kill Creativity? Sir Ken Robinson – Does School Kill Creativity? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Changing Paradigms in Education...

This is Your Brain on Children’s Books

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:18:25 +0000

With so many fun books to read, let your imagination run wild. This is Your Brain on Children’s Books is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Movement and the Brain – Brain...

Small Changes Lead To Success

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:25:09 +0000

Don't get overwhelmed by too many things at one time. Small Changes Lead To Success is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:National School Lunch Program Fruits, Vegetables, and...

Easy IEP Help News on December 20, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:53:27 +0000

IEP Process - How to Apply Special Education Law to Advocate for Your Child Easy IEP Help News on December 20, 2010 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News on December...

“Percy Jackson” Author Reveals Reading Success Tips for ADHD and Dyslexia

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:22:21 +0000

"Percy Jackson" Author Reveals Reading Success Tips for ADHD and Dyslexia “Percy Jackson” Author Reveals Reading Success Tips for ADHD and Dyslexia is a post from: Easy IEP...

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Meets The Police

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:17:48 +0000

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Meets The Police Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Meets The Police is a post from: Easy IEP Help No related posts.

25 Websites With Free Shipping for the Holidays

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 04:20:07 +0000

25 Websites With Free Shipping for the Holidays 25 Websites With Free Shipping for the Holidays is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Lunchbox Ideas – Banana Notes Nothing...

Easy IEP Help News on December 1, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:10:20 +0000

Congress Drops The Ball on the School Restraint, Seclusion Bill Easy IEP Help News on December 1, 2010 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Easy IEP Help News on December...

Always Believe Your Kids – Even When What They Say is Unbelievable

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:19:36 +0000

Always Believe Your Kids - Even When You Think They're Exaggerating Always Believe Your Kids – Even When What They Say is Unbelievable is a post from: Easy IEP Help No related posts.

PACE – Processing and Cognitive Enhancement

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 16:10:46 +0000

The PACE - Processing and Cognitive Enhancement program trains cognitive learning skills for children with learning disabilities. PACE – Processing and Cognitive Enhancement is a post...

Auditory Processing Disorder – APD

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 04:47:01 +0000

What is Auditory Processing Disorder - APD (Central Auditory Processing Disorder - CAPD)? Auditory Processing Disorder – APD is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:PACE –...

First Grade Drawing – Priceless

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 03:22:25 +0000

I received the following drawing and explanation in an email and thought it was funny, and appropriate for posting here. I can’t seem to find the source anywhere online but it seems to be...

Read Naturally Helps Children Become Better Readers

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:15:03 +0000

Read Naturally Reading Program to help children become better readers. Read Naturally Helps Children Become Better Readers is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:PACE – Processing...

Writing IEP’s and IEP Annual Goals

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 04:41:13 +0000

Probably the most important aspect to be considered for writing IEP's is to properly write IEP Annual Goals. Writing IEP’s and IEP Annual Goals is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP...

Easy IEP Help News on November 11, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 16:45:43 +0000

Full Inclusion – Today's Public School Classroom November 11, 2010- “Collaboration helps to ensure children with learning disabilities get a free and appropriate public education (FAPE),...

Resources for an Easy IEP

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 16:24:30 +0000

Is there really such a thing as an easy IEP? Because every learning disability is different, and every IEP is different, it’s often difficult to get a good handle on what to expect and how to...

Dyslexia Video – Richard Branson at TED

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 21:36:52 +0000

Richard Branson speaks about overcoming Dyslexia in this interview at TED. Many people have overcome learning disabilities such as Dyslexia and have gone on to become very successful in life. Find...

Easy IEP Help News on October 22, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 06:05:31 +0000

California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE) - Some facts from the California Department of Education. Easy IEP Help News on October 22, 2010 is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP...

Learning Disability Video

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:19:27 +0000

Learning Disability Video Learning Disability Video is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Define Learning Disability Learning Disability Simulation Learning...

Easy IEP Help News on October 11, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 06:07:16 +0000

U.S. Department of Education Awards Nearly $100 Million to Improve *…* October 11, 2010- What do you know – all of the education funding HASN’T dried up. Here’s a list of some...

National Anti-Bullying Month

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 05:55:48 +0000

October is National Anti-Bullying Month. National Anti-Bullying Month is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:National School Lunch Program Least Restrictive Environment Easy...

Dyslexia Test – Do You Have Dyslexia?

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:47:44 +0000

Dyslexia Test - This Video About Dyslexia explains what is Dyslexia. Dyslexia Test – Do You Have Dyslexia? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Dyslexia Video – Richard...

Easy IEP Help News on October 4, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:21:23 +0000

Dylexia: Latest Treatments and Discoveries | Trends and News October 4, 2010- Here’s a few videos and information about Dyslexia. Easy IEP Help News on October 4, 2010 is a post from:...

Did Einstein Have a Learning Disability?

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:53:42 +0000

Did Albert Einstein Have a Learning Disability? Did Einstein Have a Learning Disability? is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Learning Disability Simulation Learning Disabled...

National School Lunch Program

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:25:55 +0000

I found this article enlightening (with video – image from CNN) about how schools struggle to feed kids healthy food. The issue is before currently before Congress and we can only hope they do...

McDonalds Nutrition

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:10:06 +0000

McDonalds Nutrition? Is that an oxymoron? Maybe not. The fast food giant has made great strides in the past few years to get better food choices onto their menu. And for a long time McDonalds has...

Easy IEP Help News on September 26, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 05:55:47 +0000

10 Special Ed “Back To School” Readiness Questions September 26, 2010- School may be a few in session already but with so many forms to fill out and supplies to buy, there is always something we...

Autism Asperger Social Skills Videos

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:17:13 +0000

Autism and Asperger Syndrome children have difficulty with Social Skills. Here are some Videos that teach social skills for children with Autism and Asperger's. Autism Asperger Social...

California Academic Performance Index (API) Results for 2010

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 21:47:01 +0000

The results are in for the 2010 California Academic Performance Index (API). The California Academic Performance Index (API) rating system is based on year-over-year test score performance. Scores...

Waiting For Superman Documentary

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:24:39 +0000

Waiting For Superman is a documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim that opened in New York and Los Angeles on September 24, 2010 and nationwide in October. The film is a personal exploration of the...

Redshirting Kindergartners?

Easy IEP Help — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 06:26:32 +0000

Yes, parents and schools have been redshirting Kindergartners for some time now, and the numbers seem to be increasing. There are numerous reasons for starting kids in school a year after eligibility...

Easy IEP Help News on September 8, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:20:58 +0000

10 Special Ed “Back To School” Readiness Questions September 8, 2010- Couldn’t have said it better. Here are some great questions to ask yourself (and provide answers to) as we begin school...

Define Learning Disability

Easy IEP Help — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:30:43 +0000

As parents, we’re more interested in finding ways to help our children learn than we are in trying to “define learning disability.” Nonetheless, I recently had a parent ask me what...

Fast ForWord

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:09:39 +0000

This summer my daughter was enrolled in the Fast ForWord ® summer program to help with reading comprehension and learning proficiency. The program was 5 days a week for 6 weeks for just less than two...

Earobics For Reading Achievement

Easy IEP Help — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:13:23 +0000

If your Pre-K through Grade 3 child is struggling with reading, ask your school about Earobics. Earobics is a research-based intervention solution that helps with reading achievement for younger...

Easy IEP Help News on August 26, 2010

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 05:58:23 +0000

Special Education Individualized Education Programs and Forms August 26, 2010- This page includes Special Education Individualized Education Programs and Forms for six states. Easy IEP Help News on...

Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Taj Mahal

Easy IEP Help — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 06:18:23 +0000

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) built what is being billed as a “Taj Mahal” school to the tune of $578 million. To be honest, I couldn’t be happier. Most people are...

Elementary Textbooks

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:33:43 +0000

Buying Used Elementary Textbooks at the beginning of the school year is a great way to lighten the load in your child’s backpack. I learned this a few years ago when I watched my youngest...

Learning Disability Resources

Easy IEP Help — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:32:50 +0000

Cognitive Training Tools and Learning Disability Resources Learning Disability Resources is a post from: Easy IEP Help Related IEP posts:Fast ForWord PACE – Processing and...

Learning Disability Strategies

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:41:42 +0000

School is about to start again after a much needed summer break. That means the beginning of IEP Season is near. Do you have your Learning Disability Strategies in place? 1) Keep good documentation...

Are Learning Disabilities Common?

Easy IEP Help — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:15:48 +0000

Are Learning Disabilities Common? According to the U.S. Department of Education’s Annual Report to Congress, approximately 20%, or 1 out of every 5 people in the U.S. has a learning...