ADHD/Other types of neurodiversity
Where to Start
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ADHD
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ADDitude - ADD & ADHD Symptom Tests, Signs, Treatment, Support
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PDF with many ADHD links, created by Kristin Wilcox PhD, ADHD Researcher
Neurodiversity in General
Cerebral Palsy
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Cerebral Palsy Guide | Types of Birth Injury - What Causes Birth Injuries?
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https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/associated-disorders/autism/
Tourette Syndrome
Dyslexia/Dyspraxia/Dyscalculia/Other Learning Disabilities (LD)
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LD OnLine: The world's leading website on learning disabilities
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Tools from PraxisExam.org -- comprehensive resources for teachers and future teachers who work with students with learning disabilities.
Epilepsy
Speech
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https://www.say.org/ (Stuttering Association for the Young)
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On Person-First Language
Learn More About Disability
Disability Equality in Education (DEE)
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Autism Acceptance Ideas for Schools - Google Doc
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Disability Justice and Youth - Youth Celebrate Diversity
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Think Inclusive | The Official Blog of MCIE
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How to Talk to Your Child About Differences and Disabilities - Understood
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Awareness events
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2023 Disability Awareness Calendar
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March)
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Autism Acceptance Month (April)
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Dyslexia Awareness Month. (Oct)
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Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month (May 15 - June 15)
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additional Resources
#OwnVoices - original definition by Corinne Duyvis. (Note: The term has fallen somewhat out of favor: Read why here.)
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YA Disability Database of YA (+ some middlegrade) books w disability representation:
https://yadisabilitydatabase.wixsite.com/home/
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A Few "Disability in Kidlit" Articles from their Archives:
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Review: The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
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More Disability in Kidlit Content
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Books For Littles - Igniting luminaries
Additional Resources for Educators
Articles on Disability
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The Current State of Disability Representation in Children's Books - Book Riot
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Special education teacher explains why she wants to be called 'accessibility specialist' - GMA
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I started talking about disability in my classroom. It changed both me and my students. - Chalkbeat
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"Special Needs" is a Euphemism that Hurts Disable Kids - Fatherly