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May Flowers
...Spring weather doesn't always cooperate so kids can spend a rainy afternoon making flowers for a Mother's day gift. If they are more interested in science they may enjoy making a white carnation turn colors. If the weather is nice outside have a watering can relay race to practice watering flowers in...
Lifestyle > Recreation
Activities for Kids: Coffee Filter Fun
...can be used to create crafts, do a science experiment or play a fun game. Here...used to create crafts, do a science experiment or play a fun game. Here are three...Colors in Black This is a very simple science experiment to show kids that the...Black This is a very simple science experiment to show kids that the color black...
Education > Special Education
Sensory-Friendly Community Events for Autism Acceptance Month
...knowing what to look for can make the difference between an accommodating experience and one that still feels performative. What Makes April Different. April...dedicated sensory-friendly sessions. Aquariums, zoos, nature centers, and science museums schedule events designed specifically for autistic visitors. The...
Research > Brain Science
Brain Connectivity and Cerebral Palsy: Why More Isn't Always Better
...child is doing more work to get less reliable results, and that's exactly what families see every day. What "Compensatory" Means for Your Child's Experience. This is the part of the research I keep returning to, because it reframes something families often misunderstand. When a child with CP works extraordinarily...
News > Research
What Evidence-Based Really Means in Special Education and Therapy
..."Evidence-based." It sounds reassuring, like science has settled the question. But here's...Anecdotal evidence is someone's experience. "This worked for my child." It's...for my child." It's valid as lived experience. It's not generalizable science....experience. It's not generalizable science. If a provider cites parent testimonials...
News > Research
The FDA Just Gave a Rare Pediatric Gene Therapy Its Fastest Regulatory Track. Here's What Families of Children with NGLY1 Deficiency Need to Know.
...GS-100 on April 14, 2026, an investigational gene therapy developed by Grace Science for NGLY1 Deficiency. The designation was based on early clinical data from...life-threatening diseases. For families, this means three things. First, Grace Science will receive more frequent meetings with the FDA throughout the clinical...
Education > Online Learning
Online Learning Platforms for Students with Disabilities: A Complete Comparison
...required. No built-in progress alerts for parents. Task initiation is on the student. Khan Academy delivers comprehensive video instruction across math, science, history, and language arts. Sal Khan's explanations are patient, visual, and procedural. A student struggling with fractions gets multiple approaches:...
Research > Brain Science
Neuroplasticity Across Disabilities: The Science of Brain Change in Children with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Stroke
How neuroplasticity works across CP, Down syndrome, and stroke—what repetition, intensity, and timing mean for your child's therapy.
News > Research
When Studies Disagree: How to Make Sense of Conflicting Research as a Special Needs Parent
...timing, classroom inclusion models. The disagreement isn't a sign that science is broken. It's a sign that science is working exactly as designed: testing...The disagreement isn't a sign that science is broken. It's a sign that science is working exactly as designed: testing ideas, refining methods, and slowly...
Education > Online Learning
Universal Design for Learning: What Parents Need to Know About Accessible Online Education
...sustained deep work without interruptions. Multiple means of expression: Students can demonstrate understanding through different output formats. A science concept...
Research > Brain Science
How Executive Function Shapes Learning: What Parents Need to Know About the Brain Science Behind Reading, Math, and Organization
How working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility shape learning in children with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.
News > Research
How to Read Research About Special Needs: A Guide for Parents Who Aren't Scientists
Learn to evaluate research studies on therapies, treatments, and interventions without a science degree.