https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo This website provides culturally and linguistically diverse families with a variety of resources related to reading/literacy, information about special education services, disability organizations, community resources, and helpful websites for English Language Learners. en-us 2021-04-11 18:14:08 UTC 2021-06-01 23:05:27 UTC hello@padlet.com adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404690505 Reading Rockets has a lot of great information about reading and writing! There are many different helpful articles and videos for families that discuss different strategies you can use at home. You can read on the website different information about the basics of reading and its different components, such as print awareness, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. They have information on writing and spelling too. ]]> 2021-04-11 18:20:55 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404690505 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404691872 This website provides articles explaining the basics of special education and what it entails, such as different placement settings, Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and Individualized Education Program (IEP). It can help you learn more about different services provided by schools and the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan. 

]]> 2021-04-11 18:21:45 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404691872 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404694845 The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) website has valuable information about Dyslexia. There is a helpful handbook for families to download, and there are many fact sheets related to dyslexia and reading, such as “Dyslexia and the Brain” and “Morphological Awareness.” This website is great for families wanting to learn more about dyslexia and how they can help their child with dyslexia. You can also become a member of this association. ]]> 2021-04-11 18:23:33 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404694845 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404695471 The FIU Center for Children and Families is a research center that focuses on the treatment of mental health disorders in children and adolescents. Specific information regarding research study participation opportunities are detailed. Online resources include presentation and training videos, fact sheets, treatment materials, and assessment forms. In-person and telehealth treatment services are offered, as well as summer camp programs.]]> 2021-04-11 18:23:52 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404695471 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404696077 It is always beneficial to read to your child at home! This website has different videos where famous actors read aloud books to your child. It can be another way to incorporate reading at home!  ]]> 2021-04-11 18:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404696077 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404696826 Brain Pop is a great website for children with different educational videos, but this website is specifically designed for children learning English! There are different levels and lessons within each level. Each lesson has a video with a story. There is also a vocabulary video and grammar video that coincides with the story video. After your child watches the video, they can take a quiz, look at flash words, and practice saying different phrases from the video. ]]> 2021-04-11 18:24:45 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404696826 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404926890 CHADD is a national organization dedicated to providing support, education, and encouragement to families and educators of children and adults with ADHD. Information and resources are available in the form of webinars, fact sheets, toolkits, podcasts, online communities, trainings, and international conferences on ADHD. Specific resources for families are geared to school and home routines and structure, home-school communication, special education services, and students’ rights.]]> 2021-04-11 20:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404926890 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404927552 Autism Speaks is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2005. Since then, they have brought awareness and acceptance to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Through their research funding they help develop and improve effective interventions for ASD. They also support and supply families with services throughout the child's lifetime.]]> 2021-04-11 20:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404927552 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404930690 The Parent Education Network (PEN), funded by the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is the local Parent Training Information (PTI) center for Southeast Florida. It is operated by the Family Network on Disabilities (FND). The PEN offers assistance with educational planning and decision making for families of students with disabilities in order to prepare children for school and beyond. Parents can attend free workshops and gain access to a digital library which includes downloadable resources for special education, tip sheets, and webinars.]]> 2021-04-11 20:53:13 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404930690 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404945855 Disability Rights Florida advocates, educates, investigates, and litigates to protect and advance the rights, dignity, equal opportunities, self-determination and choices for all people with disabilities. They aim to respond, advocate, and resolve any issue involving: health care, education, transportation, voting, education ,housing, employment, and within the juvenile and criminal justice systems.]]> 2021-04-11 21:06:09 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404945855 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404949297 New Way Day Services is a facility that provides Applied Behavior Analysis services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Speech Delay, Aspergers, and other developmental delays. Services are provided in the home or at A Better Day Therapy Center. Apart from ABA services NWDS also helps lower socio-economic status individuals receive services such as neuropsychology, speech pathology, social skills training, and parent training.]]> 2021-04-11 21:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1404949297 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405091192 Starfall is a website that has many different fun and engaging reading activities for children. There are some designed for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students as well as a section with activities for 1^st – 3^rd grade students. Some activities involve songs, and they have math activities too. ]]> 2021-04-11 23:08:33 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405091192 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405091885 ABCya is a website with over 300 fun and engaging educational games for grades PreK-6^th grade. There are games related to literacy, math, holidays, and different skills and strategies. The games are categorized by grade level and subject. ]]> 2021-04-11 23:09:16 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405091885 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405092634 In this website, there is information for teachers with lesson plans. However, there is also a tab on the top left called, "Parent and afterschool resources." These resources are categorized by grade (Kindergarten-12^th grade) and include activities and projects, games, tips, and printouts. ]]> 2021-04-11 23:09:57 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405092634 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405096557 Autism Society offers a wealth of resources to parents and relatives of individuals with Autism. They serve the community nation-wide and have over 32,000 autism services and supports. They provide information and advocate for individuals living with autism, caregivers, friends, families, and professionals. This organization is one the most widely recognized and web visited. Access to information is also available in Spanish.]]> 2021-04-11 23:13:59 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405096557 adelc030 https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405099610 Colorin Colorado is a bilingual website (English and Spanish) for educators and families of English Language Learners. They offer tips on helping your child learn to read, succeed in school, and learn a new language. They also provide information about the U.S. school system. You can also find fun reading tips, games, and bilingual booklists. ]]> 2021-04-11 23:16:54 UTC https://padlet.com/adelc030/6h97fvv7jb1rj9bo/wish/1405099610