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Tag Archives: Special needs
What is Sensory Processing Disorder?
JoAnn knew her son Alexander’s behavior was different even when he was a baby. But once he entered preschool, his problems really surfaced. Zander exhibited overly aggressive behavior. He regularly tackled and punched the other children, called them names, and … Continue reading
Raising a Child with Special Needs: Perspectives from Dads
For nearly a decade, First 5 Contra Costa has funded Contra Costa ARC’s Care Parent Network, a program that provides training, educational support, peer mentoring, and one on one and group support for parents who have children with special needs. Care provides … Continue reading
Category: First 5 Programs
Tagged: CARE Parent Network, fathers, Special needs
Reading Tips for Children with Special Needs
We know that when parents read aloud with their children regularly, children’s vocabulary increases and they are more prepared for kindergarten. But for children with special needs or disabilities, reading together is not always so simple. The type of story, … Continue reading