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my child is inverting his numbers and letters, in other words making them face the wrong way. Mostly the 2,3,5 and then the b,d,g and p.

Didn't know there was a "wrong crowd" in first grade. How can I help my son make better choices in friends?

My 10year old daughter is lesbian,what can i do?

My son is in jeopardy of not passing the first grade what can I do to help?

Not getting through to my 4 year old.

How can I guide and solve myself my mental depressions?

How do I vote for my sons project in the virtual science fair contest?

How do I discipline a 5 year old who doesn't care or listen?

My older sister is cutting herself

Failing 9th grader and trauma

What steps have lawmakers made for students with emotional disabilities?

My 4 years old son, has Asperger's. I'm in needs of tips to help him with his behaviours and not hurting his little brother. Please HELP!

WHAT CAN A TEACHER DO WITH A BOY WITH ASPERGER'S WHO IS CONSTANTLY DOING THINGS TO GET THE TEACHERS, ADULTS OR CHILDREN'S ATTENTION DURING CLASS?

My 24 yr old daughter has asperger's and no ambition at all what can I do to help her?

My 7th grader wants to do his science fair experiment on the effects of seasonal changes to allergies...any ideas?

8th grader's proj is testing energy drinks, Monster, Red Bull, on perf. when given to a mouse. Is this safe for the mouse? Should they be dilluted?

Issue: does temperature affect how fast bread molds, can anyone think of a graph or chart that compliments this experiment. Is seems to me that only p

How can i help my sister who gets bullied ?

What help is available for an extra bright school child?

Children killed kitten

How specific should I be when talking about sex with my 11 year old daughter?

How can my daughter relieve bursts of frustration?

What should I do about unfair punishment at school?

What and how much should I tell my daughter about sex?

What is the impact of separation on a 10 year old girl whose parents are mutually separating?

Can anxiety change or make a child act different?

My four year old nephew has major anger issues, I just got temporary cps custody of him. how do i deal with his anger, and fits?

how can i help my 15 yr old son?

Help to get 6 year old to sleep

My daughter is in her 3rd week of kindergarten and still crying and throwing a fit when my wife drops her off. How should we handle this?

I've haven't been able to make friends at my new school

What can I legally do in regards to who my childs teacher is??

My Kentucky 1st grader scores MAP Reading 165, Math 168, & DRA Reading 2. What do these #'s mean or where can I go to find out?

My 9 yr old son won't go to school because he feels like a loner and has no friends. What do I do?

My mom is depressed that she is losing her job. How can I help her?

I have been a single parent for 16+ years. My child will be heading for college in 2 years. After years of not dating, I'm now with someone...

MY GRANDDAUGHTER IS 17 YEARS OLD.SHECAN NOT READ OR WRITE.IS THERE SOME WAY OF HELPING HER THAT HAS NOT BEEN TRIED? SHE HAS BEEN IN SPECIAL ED.

When my child throws a tantrum he holds his breath but then can not catch it. He turns blue and has even lost all his strength and fallen to the floor.

My 5th grader needs help in math. Are there any tutors available through PVUSD? Also, is there an assessment test available?

How do I talk to a 4yr old daughter who is curious bout the boys body difference? She had recently pulled down a boys underwear and touched him.

My 10 year old doesn't care about anything!

can i send my daughter to a school that is not in my area

When reprimanded, my 6 yr old son occ. says things like, "I know you hate me" or "I'm just a bad/stupid boy." How should I handle these statements?

I am an adult age 48. I think I may have Visual Processing Disorder? How do I go about being assessed?

My 11 year old daughter did something not nice to another child in order to be looked at as "cool" in the eyes of other kids. How do we discipline her?

I have 7 year old autistic son,he does not like to study and entering 2nd grade still behind compare to a typical 2nd grader,should he stay in school?

My 14 yr old son has ADHD and has been kept back for the 3rd time! Is there anything I can do about getting him in the right grade? He's in the 6th!

Anxiety Disorder

Is there any research that shows what the best learning environment is for kids with autism?

Have researchers looked at aggressive treatment given to boys such as less kind support, verbal feedback and discipline, creating distance so less maturity over time?

Are there any Adaptive Behavior Scales resources or organizations in or around Birmingham, Alabama?

My 10 year old daughter lies and steals money from her step dad, What can I do to make this stop?

What is the best advice for preteens who are entering into behaviors of constant lies?

My child was evaluated and we were told she is very"bright." How does that account for personal space, attention seeking, and impulsivity issues?

How do I help my 6 year old from acting out in class?

My 11 year old grandson says he hates school. He says he want to drop out.

Am I wrong for not wanting to split my children?

I have a son who is autistic. I am looking for a college where he can learn day-to-day tasks and educate him with help from a mentor.

Most suitable learning environment for sensitive child?

Should I be concerned that my 12 year old boy has a 15 year old "girlfriend"?

I'm about to finish my associates soon (psychology). I need help with what to pursue.

Looking for Tips on Soccer training for 8 year old girls.

How to convince the school to retain my 2nd grader?

If my college tuition is paid for by a grant, am I still eligible for scholarships and student loans?

My child won't graduate. How to help him?

What to do about my 22 months old son who is hitting his younger sister?

Is scoring an 80 on the Kindergarten Screening test something to worry about?

How can I help my 15 year old daughter make friends in high school? She says absolutely everyone hates her and shuns her.

Does anyone know where I can find peer reviewed research articles about how nurturing can affect cognitive development?

Is there a way to move into a different city school district and get permission to keep your child in the current high school Special Ed program?

What professional is qualified to diagnose Dyspraxia?

My 17 yr old son may have been traumatized when he was 8. He refused to talk about it to anyone, seems to recalling now in dreams? What do we do?

What to do about 21 month old son who hasn't had good behavior since the birth of his sister?

Has anyone tried this behavior & discipline website, Superpridecards.com?

I'm 15 years old, & I think I want to major in something dealing with behavior problematic kids. What are some careers that fall into this category??

What are some good accommodations for high school age student diagnosed with bipolar depression?

Can my Special Education Grand daughter be retained in fifth grade if she was retained one year in third grade?

How to deal with depression? How to over look things that bothers you?

Imaginative play - daughter always wants mom to play the bad guy

How to deal with too much pressure from parents?

My niece said she wants to hurt herself and admitted to cutting once a year ago

What type of store can I find an Immersion Thermometer?

Am I wrong for not wanting to split my twins? Is that really what is best for them? Are there any other options?

My six year old kissed another boy. How do I handle this?

How can I help my 6 yr grandson cope with fights between his mom (daughter) and her boyfriend?

What is the study of land and weather called?

I need to get GED info that is free.

My 6 year old cries when she has to go to school.

My daughter's grade 1 teacher is concern about my daughter's academic success, but she's not working with us on this issue.

Does a 5 year old who touched a girls vagina need psychological help???

Aspergers diagnostic tests: can you give me some idea of the appropriate measures and number of them to use?

How can I a 39 year old adult female come to terms with being diagnosed autistic?

My child is in first grade, I just realized she is having speech delay problems, and is having trouble studying for exams in school. How can I help her?

7 year old being teased because mom looks young. How do I address this situation?

At what age should young children first learn about 9/11?

what does every child need from a mother and a father?

What's the best bike for 9-11yr old learning to ride first shift bicycle?

Please help me with my 12 year old who refuses to go to school.

What to do about student who doesn't talk, study, play or eat?

New baby and divorced -- should I have waited to tell my kids from previous marraige about the new pregnancy?

Child Custody Schedules

What to do about my daughter's friend who keeps getting hickeys? How to talk with my daughter about this?

need help with middle school bullying

I have a six year old girl and lately she doesn't want to listen to me... If i take away her stuff or tv, she starts throwing stuff at me and scream..

Have Kinder who is 5, repeating 'cause of maturity. Won't do things on his own. Refuses school. Force him everyday. 3rd child, only boy.

How to deal with Sexting

Questions about dyscalculia

My kids are going into a semi-private High School since they have been home schooled up until now, What should they expect?

Can you get arrested for running away? and with the person you ran to?

Is there anyone who does play dates and could give me some tips? My states governor just pulled the plug for state funding pre-school we were effected

8 yr old neice still in first grade

HOW DO YOU RESPOND TO YOUR CHILD BEING BULLIED AT SCHOOL BUT THE SCHOOL STAFF DON"T ADDRESS THE ISSUE AS SERIOUS AS IT MAKES MY CHILD FEEL?

Any ideas for dealing with classroom assignment for my sister with Aspergers Syndrome?

Is there a way to get your four year old child that is born in September to attend kindergarten?

what elementary school is my child zoned for? there are 3 schools with the same zip code.

How to get my high school transcripts from 1984?

is there any way i can find out what teacher my child will have in 3rd grade

school supply lists for2nd 3rd and 6th grade

Does the John D Rockafeller Vocational Tech Offer GED testing?

My 3 year old wants to marry me. Common or should I be worried?

My 10 year old daughter is having trouble with other girls and is in a crush triangle. What should I do?

Are there recommended tools for deciding which learning theories are natural fits for a specific child?

what should I do with our 9 yrs old son?ADHD?ODD?ASPERGER?BIPOLAR?

Can sp. ed kids be discriminated against in gen ed?

My 2 yr old is calling my boyfriend daddy. What do I do?

What should I do after 12th?

Can my child still have autism?

I am a divorced father, remarried to patient wife of 2- 20yr old sons, do you have any material I or my EXwife can read in order to communicate?

Where is the best school for a child with fine motor skill problems? The other has epilepsy and both have been held back once.

How do technological innovations like computer and TV affect a teenager? What should be done to prevent these bad impacts?

Would you be worried about your daughter that is 16 and is finishing the 8th grade and they tell you she is being retained?

How do I approach marriage counseling with my wife over very sensitive marriage and blended family issues? What do I say? How do I start conversation?

I need to know the legal responsibilities of the school when a parent requests in writing that their child be tested for Gifted/Talented and or learning abilities or disabilities.

Should my daughter be held back or be promoted?

For 3 yrs now my husband and his mother has been manipulating my decisions, especially when I discipline our 4 yrs old daughter. How to deal with this?

Getting Child into Kindergarten

How do I explain gay marriage to my first grader?

coding: Autism vs. Other Health Impaired

My 3rd grader has been bullied for months. School is not doing anything about it. Should pressing charges on the bully be the best solution?

My daughter is active and talkative at home. But she is not good at playing with her classmates in the kindergarten. Why?

Teacher wants to retain my 2nd grader. I'm not sure what to do.

Can average children develop unevenly as well (Asynchronous development)?

Should my daughter be held back in third grade?

My 12 year old daughter has started cutting herself, telling lies, and just dont care about school. Restriction, talking, pleading dont work. Help

How do I deal with the divide and conquer motives my step daughters have, that my wife won't or does not accept. It is becoming a marriage problem.

I NEED HELP GETTING MY SON AN IEP

Grandparent asks: My granddaughter has been bullied since kindergarten. What can I do to stop this?

What is the difference between regular kindergarten and developmental kindergarten?

Are there any exceptions to the age requirement to enter kindergarten for the State of Florida?

my daughter is labeled at our small school system. She is bullied and made fun of. I'm afraid it will never end. should I move?

What resources are available to a student with a IEP after they graduate high school?

how do teasing and bullying impact a school?

What can I do about my daughter being bullied in school?

where can i find articles or pamphlets that would help parents understand development and learning of 3-5 year olds, birth -3, and birth-5?

Early Admission of a Gifted Child

Is there an online site I can go to in order to access free 5-10 minute activities I can use in my classroom to identify gifted students?

Trying to find out where my child goes to school

Is there a list of school rankings for special needs education and where can I find it?

what can I do when a school principal has discriminated against me and harrased me because of my "assumed" sexual orientation?

Should I allow the school principal to question my child and his bully together?

my daughter is already 6 yrs.old and doesn't know how to read yet, escaping when we try to teach her, get angry if we correct her. please help me?

I'm thinking of holding my son back in 6th grade

my son is being bullied because he has red hair & is slightly overweight.

i am 17 and he is 25 some times i am so sad that i do not go to school because i do not understand

my 5 year son cries he doesn"t want to go to kindergarten

My grandchild was left @ 2 yrs of age by her mom. She & my son have been with us for 2 yrs. They will move in Dec. Slow transition or complete move?

How to help my daughter not stereotype about gender?

My Daughter has adhd,odd and school thobia she is 11 and in the fourth grade.

How can I stop the bullying of my 13 year old son?

homeschooling a child with special needs

8 yrs old behavioral problem

neighbor ADULT is a bully

How can we get our 10 yr old son to like writing?

Does anybody know any good books to read for kindergarteners about the first day of school?

does grade 4 report card matter

When to consider professional help

How do i get my 10 and 6 year old to sleep in their own beds?

I am a teacher of a child who bites, what must i do to discourage this behavior.

Retaining a child

How can I make a truly educated decision about kindergarten readiness for my son?

How to tell my daughter that she is the product of an affair at age 6.

Five year old taking things from friends

my son has been teasing everyday at school,he told me,he complain this to teacher everyday,but she didnt do anything about it!what can i do to help?

Homeschooling an Aspergers child?

"Activities to do with a 7 year old from abuse background having selfexpression issues".

What does abnormal preteen girl behavior look like? What are red flags in terms of sexual and social development for a 10 yr old only child?

How do you make a school hold a child back a year?

how do i and what should final presentation look like after experiment is complete

Pick eater help?

My son threatened to shoot another child in his class. Help! LOOOONNNG!

My daughter's not doing well on tests…she just guesses! How can I help her?

I just found out my daughter is reading way below grade level. How can I help her?

How do I teach my 1 year old not to get into everything?

My son has been diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, Bipolar & Aspergers…where do I start?

My son doesn't mind if someone else holds him. Should he have more stranger anxiety?

How important is differentiation in first grade?

I'm starting a reading hour for our apartment complex and need recommendations and advice.

My 8 year old has been struggling academically for years. I'm at my wits end! Should I keep him back?

science fair projects

How do I get my daughter back to school without moving back to Virginia?!

How can I help my son who has ADHD and Emotional Disturbance?

Should I hold back my daughter now that she's gotten "limited knowledge" scores on her 4th grade tests?

Does anyone have good anger management strategies for a child with dyslexia?

My son got moved to a combo class that isn't challenging him. What should I do?

How can I help my granddaughter enjoy kindergarten more?

My son's speech has stopped since his heart surgery. What do I do?

Our son didn't make the team even though everyone said he should. What would you do?

My daughter failed her test even with lots of preparation. Any suggestions?

How do I get my 2 year old son to behave?

'Lazy Tongue Syndrome'

Where can I find detailed information about children's songs?

Is there an legal action I can take to get my five year old into kindergarten?

What chores should be paid for , if you already teach responsibilty of own space?

Needing help with 3-5 year olds

Why is make-believe play so important to pre-school age kids?

Are there any sources of help out there for discouraged job seekers with Aspergers syndrome?

How is the No Child Left Behind act affecting our children's education?

What organizations exist to help spread the awawreness of high risk teen driving?

What are the effects of starting nursery school earlier versus later?

My child was retained in the 7th grade. Can I as his parent refuse this?

I'm looking for ideas on introducing my four year old to the facts of life. Any suggestions on age appropriate books or materials?

How can I help my daughter get started on her science project about soda and the cause of burping?

How can I become a teacher of dyslexic kids?

How can I handle other children picking on my child?

Are there any social skill groups for children with Asperger's syndrome?

Can the school system refuse to acknowledge a professional's diagnosis of mental problems in a child?

If my daughter fails the FCAT, does she fail the 4th grade?

When and why should I enroll my child in pre-school?

How do I handle my daughter's mood swings and constant nagging to have her way?

How can I stop my first grader from bullying others?

Why are students with special needs subjected to take state tests which are beyond their capabilities?

My son is lying about how he spends his time, and his grades are dropping. What do I do?

How can I motivate my child for kindergarten?

What curriculum does California that best helps students with autism?

Applied Behavioral Analysis thoughts

How can I motivate my first grader to write better?

How can I help my daughter get back on track and stop failing classes?

How can I help my child succeed in his classes?

Is there a known incidence of children with adhd having precocious puberty or any other nervous system disorder?

How can I help my 17 year old daughter deal with anxiety problems?

What is the right age to start dating, and to what extent?

How can I help my son improve his math grades without a tutor?

How can I help my son deal with Asperger's syndrome?

My child is extremely addicted to video games and has anger issues. How can I help him?

What information do I need for teaching Life Skills to adults?

My child has ADHD and is extremely depressed. What do I do?

What basic education for emergencies do I need for a daughter with epilepsy?

My daughter is being bullied and neither the teacher nor the school administration is doing anything to stop it. What should I do?

How can color coding for school behavior affect my child?

How can I help boost my granddaughter's self-esteem?

My daughter has behavior problems, and is exceptionally disrespectful. What do I do?

How can I help my daughter deal with bullying from other girls?

Adults with Asperger's Syndrome

When is it safe for a child to sleep on a pillow?

How can I protect my daughter from academic bullying?

What methods have been successful at distracting a 4 year old from anxious or nervous behavior?

How can I help my child grow accustomed to a new school after a move?

How can I get started homeschooling my 14 year old?

Does Asperger's syndrome cause sleeping disorders and problems with school attendance?

My son doesn't think there's anything wrong with smoking marijuana ever day before school. What do you think?

I need to know how to help my son. He's really defiant at school. My husband thinks we should be using physical punishment but I don't want to resort to that.

Does anyone know if anger and violent behavior is usually part of asbergers?

My son's imaginary friend is a "mean man" who says bad words to him. What should I do?

My son is getting picked on on the bus. Is this normal or should I be doing something?

I volunteer in a classroom with autistic students. How can I be sure I'll never do anything to hurt or upset one of these children?

Has anyone had success with behavioral therapy in treating ADHD?

How can I help my teen age daughter buiild her self esteem?

How can I support my son who gives up?

Am I helping or hurting my grandson by playing along with his imaginary friend games?

Does grounding really work?

Is school suspension an effective punishment for a 7 year old who throws a tantrum at school?

What do I do about the fact that my daughter with Type 1 Diabetes is being discriminated against in school?

How can I keep my other kids from getting autism from my 3 year old?

My daughter needs to gain weight - how can I help?

Should we switch schools?

Is it ok for a teacher to take away recess as a punishment?

Our daughter does not want to have play dates - any ideas?

How can I get my daughter tested for a reading disability?

At what age do you know if a child is gifted or just learning faster than others right now?

My son defended himself against a bully and now he's being punished. What should I do?

Why doesn't my daughter show her teachers the same skills she shows me?

Can anyone recommend tools my son's school can use to test his progress?

Does anyone have experience with a 3 1/3 year old who cannot speak?

Can individuals with Asperger's do jobs like Surgical Technology

Do children with Asperger Syndrome grow out of it?

What do we do? Our son has Oppositional Defiant Disorder and we're at our witts end

Is autism hereditary?

Is my child protected if he has an anxiety disorder?

What are the signs that an adult has asbergers?

Do you know of good homeschooling resources?

How do I help my daughter feel challenged enough in kindergarten?

What do a do about a new girl in my son's class that's causing a lot of distraction?

7th grade boy can not keep up with his grades

What are the most important character traits for kids to learn?

Are there laws to encourage preschools to help with special ed students?

What to do about a child who says he wants to stay in sports but doesn't take them seriously?

Maryland curriculum for first graders?

Looking for curriculum for dyslexic and NVLD student

What do I do about my 13 year old daughter dating a 17 year old boy?

Aspergers and Anger

Eleven-Year-Old Male Hormones and "The Talk"

How much should parents help with homework?

How do you establish rules for siblings that are 5 years apart?

Sending Young 5s to Kindergarten?

Is there an online developmental assessment tool?

Tips for homeschooling my preschooler?

Relax the rules over the summer?

What school should I choose for my (possibly) gifted child?

Keeping a 16 year old moving in a positive direction...

Are schools and teachers prepared for the rise in autism?

What are the best chapter books?

Big questions from other people's kids

Is school assessment essential for accountability?

How much media consumption is too much for your preschooler?

How do you get your young children to sleep at night?

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