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As a current Director of Special Education, I find Shelley
Smith's book for parents to be the best information possible for the lay
person. It explains to the parents their rights regarding their child's
education in such a manner that is easily understood but comprehensive. Any
parent of a special needs child must read Shelley's book. The complicated law
that protects these students and their parents is so massive that such a
common sensible approach is needed. Ms. Smith brings the language,
terminology, and rights down to a level that the reader can comprehend. This
book has a five star rating as far as I am concerned and should be
distributed to all parents of challenged children. Sincerely, Dr. Lynn Ahrens |
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The consistency of MS Smith's advice is wonderful. There is no
need to remember situational models or hope that your particular situation is
referred to in her book. If you don't feel "the system" is working
properly to serve your child, you simply state that you don't feel they are
fulfilling their legal obligation. It is a simple statement, it isn't
confrontational and best of all, it is our natural reaction as parents of a
special needs child! Brilliant!!!! Gwendolyn Borders, Texas |
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I am a Special Education Teacher. I know how difficult these
laws are to understand. Administrators, teachers and families are still
trying to determine what changes have been made what they mean and what is
new. For those of us who don't have time to read all 200 pages of the law
this book makes it easy to understand. With the help of this book it will be
much clearer how, when and why the IDEIA can help you and your
student(s). Carla, Kansas |
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Shelley Smith's book Idea 2004: Individuals With Disabilities
Education Improvement Act: a Parent Handbook for School Age Children With
Learning Disabilities is a MUST READ for any parents with a Special Needs
child. This book takes all the legal terminology that is supposed to be
protecting our children and breaks it down into plain language that can be
utilized by any parent in advocating for their child. This is a book that you
want to keep by your side throughout your child's education! I would recommend
this book to anyone wanting to get a better handle on their rights and
providing their child with the most APPROPRIATE EDUCATION! –Michelle B.,
Nebraska
I like the frank approach, the specific points, and the confidence building... Patti, Learning Specialist
As an educator, I have difficulty navigating IDEA, and I'm
steeped in it daily. I cannot even imagine the stresses experienced by
parents! What makes your book so unique is the clear, user-friendly
terminology and the real voice you've infused. The humor is definitely
a plus too. If it's something we can laugh at, it's something we can
understand. Thank you so much for
creating a truly helpful resource!
Jennifer Rogers, www.allkindsofminds.org www.amazon.com/gp/blog/id/A1A54G45DEF63I/ref=Shelley
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Thumbs
up!, April 24, 2006
Brilliant,
April 14, 2006
Begin
your IDEIA search here!, April 13, 2006
YOU
NEED THIS!, April 13, 2006
