Educational Therapist
Resources
Sites for Parents, Teachers and Clinicians
This is an outstanding parental resource to helping kids with learning difficulties. www.schwablearning.org
LD Online is a service of The Learning Disabilities Project at WETA, Washington, DC. This is a wonderful resource for parents, teachers and clinicians. www.ldonline.org
Dr. Melvin Levine’s organization aids educators, parents and clinicians in understanding differences in learning. www.allkindsofminds.org
Dr. Robert Brooks is one of today's leading speakers on the themes of resilience, self-esteem, motivation, and family relationships. During the past 25 years, Dr. Brooks has presented nationally and internationally to thousands of parents, educators, mental health professionals, and business people with a message based on encouragement, hope, and resilience. He is renowned for the warmth and humor he uses to bring his insights and anecdotes www.drrobertbrooks.com
Reading Rockets is a national multimedia project that offers research-based and best-practice information on teaching kids to read and helping those who struggle. It is an educational service of public television station WETA in Washington, D.C. www.readingrockets.org
The Association of Educational Therapists (AET) is a national professional association for educational therapists. AET defines and sets standards for the professional practice of educational therapy. Educational therapists provide a broad range of individualized educational interventions for children and adults with learning disabilities and other learning challenges. This site will aid in locating an educational therapist in your area. www.aetonline.org
The Parents Education Network (PEN) is a local coalition of parents collaborating with educators and the community to help bring academic success to children with learning and attention difficulties. www.parentseducationnetwork.org
Rick Lavoie is one of today’s leading speakers providing inspiration and information for parents and teachers of children with learning disabilities. www.ricklavoie.com
Sites for Children and Teachers
SparkTop is the first website created expressly for kids with learning difficulties, including learning disabilities (LD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD). By educating kids about their learning, helping them recognize their strengths, showcasing their creativity and offering safe ways for kids to connect with one another, SparkTop.org can help children gain confidence and insight about themselves and how they learn.
www.sparktop.org
Book Adventure is a FREE reading motivation program for children in grades K-8. Children create their own book lists from over 7,000 recommended titles, take multiple choice quizzes on the books they've read, and earn points and prizes for their literary successes. Book Adventure was created by and is maintained by Sylvan Learning.
www.bookadventure.com