Jamestown Special Education Local Advisory Committee (SELAC)
Jamestown Special Education Local Advisory Committee (SELAC)
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Famous individuals with disabilities
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Additional Resources for Parents BooksBeginning to Read: Thinking and Learning about Print÷A Summary by Marilyn Jager Adams (summary prepared by Stahl, Osborn & Lehr) [Center for the Study of Reading, 1990, University of Illinois (217) 244-4083] This summary of Marilyn Adamās book is written in a less technical manner than its original source. Help Me to Help My Child: A Sourcebook for Parents of Learning Disabled Children by Jill Bloom (Little, Brown & Company, 1990) Book written by the mother of an LD Child. Gives lots of information and her story. Your Childās Growing Mind: A Practical Guide to Brain Development and Learning From Birth to Adolescence by Jane M. Healy, Ph.D. (Doubleday, 1987, 1994) Describes how important the environment is to a childās developing brain. The Schools We Need and Why We Donāt Have Them by E. D. Hirsch, Jr. (Doubleday, 1996) A Broad overview of why Hirsch believes that schools fail children today. Teaching Our Children to Read: The Role of Skills in a Comprehensive Reading Program by Bill Honig [Corwin Press, 1996, Thousand Oaks, CA (805) 499-9734] Explains why direct instruction in skills is critical in teaching reading. Written for educators, but parents who are not intimidated by educatorās terminology can read it, too. Keeping a Head in School: A Studentās Book about Learning Abilities and Learning Disorders by Dr. Mel Levine [Educatorās Publishing Service, 1990, (800-225-5750] Can be used to read and discuss with a child what his/her learning disability is and how to make accommodations. About Dyslexia: Unraveling the Myth by Priscilla L. Vail (Modern Learning Press, 1990) Short (50-page) books that provides an overview of dyslexia in non-technical language.
Research Reports and Literature from Organizations
The Orton Emeritus Series [The International Dyslexia Association, (410)-296-0232]Series of pamphlets written in language ideal for parents. Topics include an overview about dyslexia, testing, and social problems. Every Child a Reader: The Report of the California Reading Task Force [California Department of Education, 1995, (800) 995-4099, 26 pages] Contains 10 recommendations to improve reading instruction and a reading curriculum timetable. Teaching Reading: A Balanced. Comprehensive Approach to Teaching Reading in Pre Kindergarten Through Grade Three [California Department of Education, 1996, (800) 995-4099, 34 pages] Describes instructional components of recommended reading program and grade-level expectations. Prepared for educators. Becoming a Nation of Readers [Center for the Study of Reading, 1984, University of Illinois, (217) 244-4083] Report of the Commission on Reading, written in parent-friendly language. Straight Talk About Reading by Susan L. Hall & Louisa C. Moats, Ed.D. [Contemporary Books, 1999, Chicago, Illinois] This book is referenced through out our Common Language Handbook.
Other Resources
Bridges to Reading [Parents and Educators Resource Center (PERC), (800) 471-9545]Kit for parents who suspect their child has a reading problem.
Learning Disabilities ö Learning Abilities [Vineyard Video Productions, (800) 664-6119]Series of six videotapes on learning disabilities.
Center for Development and Learning (CDL) 208 S. Tyler Street, Suite A, Covington, LA 70433 (504) 893-7777
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD) 499 NW 70th Avenue, #308 Plantation, FL 33317 (954) 587-3700 A parent-based organization that offers local support groups, conferences, and information to the public.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD) 1920 Association Drive Reston, VA 22091-1589 (703) 620-3660 or (800) 328-0272 http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/~sjs5d/dld/
Council for Learning Disabililties (CLD) P.O. BOX 40303 Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 492-8755
Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education 1920 Association Drive Reston, VA 22091 (800) 382-0272 http://www.indiana.edu/~eric_rec
International Dyslexia Association (IDA) 8600 LaSalle Road, Chester Building, Suite 382 Baltimore, MD 21286 (410) 296-0232 (800) ABC-D123 (222-3123) Provides information about reading difficulties. Tutor referral lists also available.
The following sites discuss guided reading from the perspective of the 4 blocks Model based on Patricia Cunninghamās work. http://www.teachers.net/4blocks/column.html http:www.wfu.edu/users/cunningh/fourblocks/index.html
And this one from our colleagues out in Chariho·Language Arts Links: http://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/curriculum/TechResc/LangArts.htm If you have trouble opening this one, try opening it in Internet Explorer. If you do not have that browser, then just look for the language arts site through their homepage at http://www.charho.k12.ri.us/curriculum/MISmart/mi_smart.htm www.ricklavoi.com/waterbed.html
ORGANIZATIONS TO CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION
Learning Disabilites Association of America (LDA) 4156 Library Road Pittsburg, PA 15234 (412) 341-1515 Provides information to the public about learning disabilities.
National Center for Law and Learning Disabilities (NCLLD) P.O. BOX 368 Cabin John, MD 20818 (301) 469-8308
The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) 381 Park Avenue, Suite 1420 New York, NY 10016 (212) 545-7510 Publishes annual journal, Their World, and offers information and publications for parents.
National Information Center for Children & Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY) P.O. BOX 1492 Washington, DC 20013-1492 (800) 695-0285
The National Right to Read Foundation Box 490 The Plains, VA 20198 (800) 468-8911 Foundation has a newsletter and an extensive resource list of publications.
Parentsā Educational Resource Center (PERC) 1660 S. Amphlett Blvd., Suite 200 San Mateo, CA 94402-2508 (415) 655-2410 Foundation started by Charles Schwab to promote awareness of learning disabilities, especially dyslexia.
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