The websites listed below provide a wealth of information for those wishing to learn more about learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD and other learning differences. Many also describe strategies for supporting your child in school.
The National Center on Learning Disabilities: http://www.ncld.org/
A leading online resource for parents and educators on learning disabilities and related disorders. Find answers to questions and clear, detailed information on everything from Working Memory to Dyslexia to ADHD.
Greatschools.org http://www.greatschools.org/
A resource for parents on a variety of school issues in general (school reviews, homework help, parenting dilemmas, health and behavior) as well as a great section on learning difficulties, including learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism.
All Kinds of Minds: http://www.allkindsofminds.org/
All Kinds of Minds uses a neurodevelopmental framework that serves as an organizing structure to help educators understand learning and learners. An excellent Learning Library for educators and parents explains common challenges and hints/activities to help them minimize or overcome their differences. An online Learner Sketch Tool, based on the AKOM learning framework, is a fun way to find out what kind of learner you are. Possible strategies are listed for each area.
LD Online: http://www.ldonline.org/
LD OnLine.org is the world's leading website on learning disabilities and ADHD, serving more than 200,000 parents, teachers, and other professionals each month. It seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD. The site features hundreds of helpful articles, multimedia, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children’s writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, very active forums, and a Yellow Pages referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.
ChADD: https://www.chadd.org
Children and Adults with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder - Information and resources about ADD/ADHD for parents and adults with ADHD.
Learning Ally: www.learningally.org
Membership allows access to a wide variety of audiobooks (fiction, nonfiction, literature and textbooks) as well as parent support services.
The Khan Academy: www.khanacademy.org
This is a not-for-profit organization that provides a growing collection of videos covering everything from basic arithmetic and algebra to physics, chemistry, history, SAT prep and more.
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