Social situations
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5 Playground Activities That Can Boost Your Child’s Development
Playing on the playground can boost your child's motor skills, social skills, and more. Here are 5 p…
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Cyberbullying: What you need to know
What counts as cyberbullying? Read what it means for kids to be cyberbullied, along with examples of…
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How to Get Your Child Involved in Sports
How can you get kids who learn and think differently involved in sports? Here are steps to take to g…
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Playdate Problems and How to Handle Them
Some kids have trouble with playdates. Learn about common playdate problems and how you can help.
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10 Playdate Tips When You Have a Preschooler
How to schedule and plan successful playdates for your preschooler with learning and thinking differ…
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8 Common Playground Problems and How to Help
The playground can cause problems for kids who have trouble with motor skills, social skills, impuls…
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5 Ways Social Challenges Can Play Out at Recess
Kids with social challenges may struggle to have fun with others during recess. They may be teased o…
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Checklist: Questions to Ask When Evaluating Summer Camps
Some camps are better than others when it comes to accommodating kids with learning and thinking dif…
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Didn’t Make the Team? 5 Tips to Help Your Child Cope
If your child goes to sports tryouts and doesn't make the team, what can you do? Try these tips to h…
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My Child’s Friends Think He’s “Cheating” Because He Gets Extra Time on Tests. What Should I Do?
Does your child get extra time on tests or other accommodations because of a learning disability or …
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Extended School Year Services: What You Need to Know
Some kids need Extended School Year services to help them meet IEP goals. Learn about which kids are…
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How Do I Monitor My Kids’ Online Activities Without Spying On Them?
Read about monitoring your kids' online activities and how to keep your children safe online. Having…
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What to Do When Your Child’s Coach Is a Bad Fit
Sometimes in kids’ sports, parents and coaches will disagree. If your child has learning and thinkin…
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My Child Hates Sleepaway Camp. Should I Let Him Come Home Early?
What should you do when your child with is miserable and wants to come home from sleepaway camp? Her…
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6 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Self-Esteem With Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular activities can help kids with learning and thinking differences build confidence. Le…
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8 Types of Summer Camps for Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
There are many types of summer camps, including ones for kids with learning and thinking differences…
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How to Help Your Middle-Schooler Handle School Cliques
Fitting in and feeling liked are important for kids in middle school. How to help your child with le…
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Summer Learning Programs for Kids Who Learn and Think Differently
Find out what summer learning options are available for kids who learn and think differently.
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My Child Wasn’t Asked to the Prom. What Should I Do?
Read about what you can do when your child wasn't asked to prom. Should she go without a date and go…
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What Counts as Reasonable Accommodations for Summer Camps?
Wondering what counts as reasonable accommodations at summer camp? Get expert advice on how to talk …