Children with Disabilities . PBS Parents

Understanding Autism

Even with the recent increase in children diagnosed with autism, this disability prompts many questions. Get the facts on what autism is and how to handle it.

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Let's Practice Yoga

Yoga is a great activity that helps kids to feel healthy, strong and happy. It promotes learning and self-control in a fun way. Discover the benefits of yoga for children.

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Evaluating Your Child's Abilities

Parents provide essential support for children, but sometimes additional resources are needed. Learn what a special education evaluation is and how it can help.

Fostering Friendships

When children with and without disabilities spend time together, everyone learns something. Help your child to meet diverse friends.

Journey Toward Independence

Betsy, a young woman with Down syndrome, gained independence with her loved ones' support. Read her inspiring story.

Experts Weigh In

Learning disabilities can seem overwhelming because of all the questions they bring up for families. Read the experts' answers.

Identifying Learning Disabilities

It may be hard to judge whether a child is stumped by hard homework or is struggling with learning in general. Review the signs of learning disabilities.

A Learning Disabilities Resource

LD Online, a service of WETA, has all of the information you need to assist a child with learning disabilities. Go to LD Online.

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