special education

Ten-year-old Gary, who is failing the fifth grade and has trouble getting along with the other students, tries to adjust to his learning disability and his assignment to a special education class.

Offers practical advice for parents of children with learning disabilities, defining special education and discussing early intervention services, who is eligible for special education, evaluation and parental rights, IEPs, advocacy and problem solving, inclusion, conflict resolution, and other related topics.

Presents a comprehensive guide for parents with special needs' children that provides strategies for helping them to develop the skills necessary to be independent.