Resources

Resources

Seminars & Classes

1. Sensory Resources
Sensory Resources LLC; online products, catalogs and resources Conferences sponsored by Sensory Resources

2. Where Can I Find A Conference With Diana Henry?
For more information about the “SI Tool Kit” and Diana Henry’s speaking schedule, click on our “Events” tab, or visit their website direct: Henry OT

3. The Alert Program
More information on how your “engine” runs! How Does Your Engine Run?

Books, DVD’s & More

Books And Other Media: Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory Issues BookSensational Kids: Hope And Help For Children With Sensory Processing Disorder by Lucy Jane Miller, Ph.D., OTR with Doris A. Fuller
Sensory Issues BookParenting A Child With Sensory Processing Disorder: A Family Guide To Understanding & Supporting Your Sensory-Sensitive Child by Christopher R. Auer, M.A., with Susan L. Blumberg, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookSensory Integration And The Child: 25th Anniversary Edition by A. Jean Ayres, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookLove, Jean by A. Jean Ayres, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookThe Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing And Coping With Sensory Processing Disorder by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.
Sensory Issues Booktoo loud, too bright, too fast, too tight by Sharon Heller, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookThe Out-Of-Sync Child Has Fun by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.
Sensory Issues BookHow Does Your Engine Run?: Leader’s Guide To The Alert Program For Self-Regulation by Mary S. Williams
Sensory Issues BookSenseAbilities Understanding Sensory Integration by Maryann Colby Trott, M.A. with Marci K Laurel, M.A., CCC-SLP and Susan L. Windeck, M.S./OTR/L
Sensory Issues Book101 Activities For Kids In Tight Spaces by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.
Sensory Issues BookThe Goodenoughs Get In Sync by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.
Sensory Issues BookI Like Birthdays… It’s the Parties I’m Not Sure About by Laurie Renke, with Illustrations by Max and Jake Renke
Sensory Issues BookMeghan’s World: The Story of One Girl’s Triumph over Sensory Processing Disorder by Diane M. Renna, Illustrated by Regina Stark
Sensory Issues CDSongames For Sensory Integration by Aubrey Lande, MS, OTR, Bob Wiz and Friends (2 CD set)
Sensory Issues CDAutistic-Like: Graham’s Story – A Film by Erik Linthorst

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Books And Other Media: Co-Existing Conditions

Sensory Issues BookAll Cats Have Asperger Syndrome by Kathy Hoopmann
Sensory Issues BookAsperger’s: What Does It Mean to Me? by Catherine Faherty
Sensory Issues BookIt’s Okay To Be Different by Todd Parr
Sensory Issues BookThe Fabric Of Autism, Weaving The Threads Into A Cogent Theory by Judith Bluestone
Sensory Issues BookAsperger Syndrome And Your Child: A Parent’s Guide by Michael D. Powers with Janet Poland
Sensory Issues BookPretending To Be Normal: Living With Asperger’s Syndrome by Liane Holliday Willey
Sensory Issues BookThe Complete Guide To Asperger’s Syndrome by Tony Attwood
Sensory Issues BookAsperger’s Huh? A Child’s Perspective by Rosina G. Schnurr, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookTen Things Every Child With Autism Wishes You Knew by Ellen Notbohm
Sensory Issues BookTen Things Your Student With Autism Wishes You Knew by Ellen Notbohm
Sensory Issues BookWhat Autism Means To Me by Caspian Banki
Sensory Issues BookThe Survival Guide For Kids With ADD Or ADHD by John F. Taylor, Ph.D.
The Gift Of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis, with Eldon M. Braun

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Books And Other Media: Parenting Special Needs Kids

Sensory Issues BookThe Explosive Child by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues DVDParenting The Explosive Child featuring Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., and J. Stuart Ablon, Ph.D.
Sensory Issues BookTaking “No” For An Answer And Other Skills Children Need: Fifty Games To Teach Family Skills by Laurie Simons, M.A.
Sensory Issues BookRoom 14: A Social Language Program Set by Carolyn C. Wilson (LinguiSystems®) Sensory Issues BookCentral Auditory Processing Kit by Mary Ann Mokhemar (LinguiSystems®) Sensory Issues BookAuditory Processes by Pamela Gillet
Sensory Issues BookTool Chest For Teachers, Parents, & Students: A Handbook To Facilitate Self-Regulation by Diana A. Henry, MS, OTR/L and Henry OT Services, Inc
SPD Medications BookStraight Talk About Psychiatric Medications For Kids by Timothy E. Wilens, MD

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Publications And Catalogs: SPD PublicationS.I. Focus The International Magazine Dedicated To Improving Sensory Integration. Sensory Issue Item CatalogSouthpaw® Enterprises Sensory Integration & Developmental Productions Sensory Issue Item CatalogThe Therapy Shoppe You will find wonderful t

Special Education Law & Resources

· Who is covered by Section 504?

To be covered under Section 504, a student must be “qualified” (which roughly equates to being between 3 and 22 years of age, depending on the program as well as state and federal law, and must have a disability) [34 C.F.R. §104.3(k)(2)]. Who is an “individual with a disability”? As defined by federal law: “An individual with a disability means any person who: has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activity; has a record of such an impairment; or is regarded as having such an impairment” [34 C.F.R. §104.3(j)(1)].

· Where Can I Find Information About Special Education Law?
Parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. Wrightslaw has thousands of articles, cases, and free resources about dozens of topics, including:
IDEA 2004, Special Education Law, Advocacy, Training, and Seminars.
Wrightslaw

· What Is SchwabLearning?
According to their website, …”The SchwabLearning.org website primarily serves parents whose kids (kindergarten through high school) have learning difficulties, including:
*Specific learning disabilities (LD), defined as a disorder in one or more of the basic neurological processes involved in understanding or using language, spoken or written. The disorder may impair a child”s ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do mathematical calculations.
*Attention problems, including Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD).
*Kids who struggle with similar problems but who don”t qualify for special education.
Those who will benefit most from SchwabLearning.org: Parents and legal guardians of kids who have learning difficulties living in the United States
Others who may benefit from SchwabLearning.org: Educators, caregivers, including extended family, pediatricians, and other professionals who serve kids with learning difficulties, and people living outside the United States….”
SchwabLearning

· What Is The Definition of Specific Learning Disability (SLD) under IDEA 2004

Both IDEA 2004 (effective July 1, 2005) and IDEA 2004 federal regulations (effective October 13, 2006) maintain the same definition of SLD as previous versions of the law and regulations. That definition, found in United States Code (20 U.S.C. §1401 [30]), reads as follows: “The term ‘specific learning disability’ means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, which disorder may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or do mathematical calculations.

· What Are Your Rights As A Parent In The Special Education Process?

Public Law 105-17, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Amendments of 1997, clearly strengthens the rights of children with disabilities and their parents. It builds on the achievements gained under Public Law 94-142, the Education for the Handicapped Act, and Public Law 101-476, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). A fundamental provision of these special education laws is the right of parents to participate in the educational decision-making process.

· What is ERICEC?
According to their web site, “Ericec.org is your gateway to the best sites on the Internet for Special education! Looking for Gifted education, Physical disabilities, or Famous people with disabilities? Browse our recommended resources or just try the Ericec.org search.”
Ericec

· Where can I get help understanding IEP’s?
While there are several great websites and resources available, for the first time (that we’re aware of), a FREE instructional video has been made available to the general public by Autism Speaks.
Developing a Great IEP, with Gary Mayerson, the latest in Autism Speaks’ instructional video series, is now available at autismspeaks.org. The free 12- minute video provides important information for parents who are encountering the IEP process for the first time, as well as tips for parents who have been through the process before.
Developing A Great IEP with Gary Mayerson

· What is a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) under Section 504?

A free appropriate public education is an education that is designed to meet a disabled student’s individual educational needs and is based upon procedures that satisfy Section 504’s identification, evaluation, placement, and due process requirements. An appropriate education can consist of education in regular classes, education in regular classes with related aids or services, special education, or a combination of such services. The definition of related aids and services under Section 504 is broad and includes any service that a student needs to participate in and benefit from a district’s education program. Related aids and services include but are not limited to the following: school health services; counseling; environmental; instructional and behavioral accommodations; and transportation.

· What is an Indivualized Education Program (IEP)?

The IEP, Individualized Education Program, is a written document that’s developed for each public school child who’s eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year.

individualized_education_program_iep_an_overview.pdf

· What is Section 504?

Section 504 is a federal civil right law that is designed to eliminate disability discrimination in programs and activities that receive federal funds. Since all public school districts receive federal funds, all public school districts must comply with Section 504. Under Section 504, denying a disabled student a free appropriate public education (FAPE) constitutes disability discrimination.