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Bolstering parents, caregivers and educators

Understood.org Resources Support Children with Learning and Thinking Differences

Creating a World Where Everyone Can Have Friends

From self-taught to leading the field

Autism Resource Podcast: Gilda Evans’ Call to Action

How to advocate for your child with special needs or learning differences

Why Inclusion Matters Now More than Ever

Sponsored Content

A Kid Again Coming to Los Angeles

New summer camp theme song by Lisa Loeb

Woodcraft Rangers Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary

Sponsored Content

Wayfinder Provides a Special Place for Education

'Blippi Meets Hans the Robot'

Blippi and Easterseals Partner for new inclusive episode

Creating opportunities

Building Inclusive Career Paths for Young Adults

Everyday champion

Frostig Principal Wins National Education Award

Holistic Early Education

New Developmental Kindergarten for Neurodivergent Children

Transition Tips

Q&A: CIP Long Beach on transition to adulthood for teens with autism, ADHD and other learning differences

Screens vs. Books

For Preschool Parents: Reading vs. Screen Time

Fall Book Round-Up

Eight books that will inspire your child to find bravery through adversity

Mental health, AI, gender diversity and more

September/October Issue

A number of companies will train or hire young neurodiverse adults

Inclusive L.A.: Job Placement

Navigating your child’s autism diagnosis isn’t easy, but there are wonderful organizations in our community that will help

Inclusive L.A.: A Roadmap for Success

Back-to-School Issue: Education & Enrichment

Chat Room

Jazz Hands For Autism

New Middle Grade Novel

Portraying Neurodiverse Characters in Middle Grade Novels

What We’re Reading this Month

Book Corner: Crafts, Self-Confidence and Being Yourself

Evaluating Learning Disabilities in Children

Accessing Early Intervention Services

Free Digital Tool Helps Families Identify Early Signs of Learning Differences and ADHD

For This Teacher, Tennis and Autism are a Winning Combination

Academy of Pediatrics Updates Autism and Developmental Delay Guidelines

Real-world Training at Finn’s Bistro Empowers Students with Disabilities

An Adventure Story About the Power of Family

Educators, mentors and advocates celebrate their diversity

Meeting Special Needs Family Style

10 Facts for Families New to Speech and Language Services

Connecting the Dots to Get Your Child’s Best IEP

Does My Child Really Need Psychotherapy?

Inclusive Products We Love

Addressing Your Child’s Language-Based Learning Difference

Meet Jennifer Bliss of Vista del Mar Child and Family Services

Sensory-Friendly Story Times at L.A. Libraries

Summer Camps for All Abilities

Shemesh Enterprises

Despite Fire Devastation, Shemesh Enterprises Unique Culinary Program Continues

Social and Job Skills are the Focus of Center4SpecialNeeds Programs

Social Cipher: A Video Game Galaxy of Social Skills

The Second Birth: Navigating the Transition to Adulthood when Your Child has a Disability

iep transition plan

Understanding Your Child’s IEP Transition Plan

Teaching Interactions: Social Skills Tips that Parents can Use at Home

USC Seeks Help with Studies of Assistive Robots

A Unique Academy Helps Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood

Support Your Child’s Development With Sensory Play

Connect and Communicate With these Three Strategies

Tackling Four Common Misconceptions About Dyslexia

inclusive schools in la

Inclusive Schools in LA: Where All Learners Are Welcome

Robotics Startup Creates Companion Helpers for Kids

early childhood special needs

Inclusive L.A.: The Preschool Launching Pad

Inclusivity in Hollywood

Inclusivity in Hollywood: Young Actors With Disabilities Find Benefits on Stage and Screen

Five Tips for Addressing Your Child’s Learning Difference

Four Reasons Educating Students With Learning Differences Matters

A Personal Account of an IEP Journey

Inclusive Programs That Teach All Learners

special needs

Young Adults With Autism Need Workplace Social Skills

special needs

Entering The World Of Oz With Justin

Why Kids With Disabilities Need Time For Play

Introducing Your Child With Disabilities To a New Teacher

Is Your Child With Autism Really Intellectually Disabled?

Why the World Needs Kids of All Abilities

Eight Ways to Calm Autism-related Anxiety

Putting People With Autism To Work, Now

A Conference To Talk About Typing

School Involvement for Special Needs Parents

Help Group Summit Focuses on Autism, Learning Disabilities and ADHD

Helping Special-Needs Teens Transition Socially

Don’t Neglect Essential Social-Skills Development

How Nontraditional Schools Inspire Students

A Film That’s Twice Exceptional

Henry Winkler’s Dyslexia Mission

Navigating Your Child’s IEP

Visually Impaired Preschoolers Learn From All Senses at TLC Preschool

Walking in Their Shoes – A Special Needs Sensory Simulation Event

Building a Communication Foundation

How To Access Regional Center Services For Your Child

Back-To-School Tips For Kids With Autism

Back-to-School Help For Kids Who Stutter

Strategies For Struggling Readers