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It is important to address reading problems early so you can begin getting your child the appropriate help. The following articles describe characteristics common to students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
The whole process of eligibility for special education services can be confusing but it is important for you to inform yourself about your child’s rights and the obligations of the school system.
Because your child is so bright and is still struggling with reading, he may very well be exhibiting some of the characteristics typical of students with a learning disability.
You may want to consult LD OnLine's In Depth section on legal issues as well as the following sites for guidance on your daughter's legal rights:
Public schools will only pay for private placement if they feel they cannot meet a child's educational needs in the public system.
As a parent, it is within your rights to request a 504 evaluation for your child. This evaluation is free and will be conducted at the public school that he attends.
As a non-profit organization, we can not recommend particular schools. We can, however, give you some resources that may be helpful to you.
Although a good deal is known about reading-related learning disabilities (dyslexia), much less is known about math-related learning disabilities (dyscalculia). Research has revealed some interesting things about dyscalculia.
It is often recommended that an adult with a specific learning disability and/or ADHD contact his or her
Reading Rockets has a wealth of sound information about teaching children to read. Here are some articles that provide basic knowledge on this topic: