Expert advice from special education advocate Lisa Lightner on navigating the IEP process, understanding your parental rights, and achieving better outcomes for students.

If you've ever seen your child get frustrated when a friend doesn’t want to play their game, or confused when someone else is ...

Halloween is a fun and exciting holiday for children and adults alike. One of the most popular activities during this time of year is coloring Halloween-themed pages. Coloring pages are a great way to ...

Teaching a child to read when phonics feels like a foreign language? Been there. And if your kid is still tripping over 'cat, ...

Nothing says “summer meltdown” like a kid who’s been over-scheduled, overheated, and overstimulated. Cue the 4th of July ...

Yes, students can have an IEP for behavior—and in many cases, they should. I will explain IEP eligibility for behavior, ...

Let me just say this--before people get all salty with me--this topic was heavily requested. By teachers. If you subscribe to ...

If you're a parent or caregiver of a student with an IEP, you're probably already juggling enough. Now you’re staring down ...

I love this new trend! It’s what moms have known for generations; coloring is fun! Kids love coloring, and it’s easy to see why. It’s calming and peaceful. And now, researchers are finding some ...

Lego bricks are an excellent way to encourage creativity in our kids. You can purchase Lego bricks and pieces by themselves. Or you can purchase complete sets with specific instructions that have a ...

I grew up in a fishing family. My dad and my brother are both avid fishermen and I married one as well. As a kid, I certainly enjoyed dangling a bobber in the water. As a teen I went on some deep sea ...