Embracing Diversity in Literature [pdf]
These resources suggest books and films for a range of reading and comprehension levels that feature characters and authors representative of student and family diversity.
Family Connection SC
Family Connection SC is the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). They serve persons in South Carolina from birth to age 26. Family Connection provides information, education, training, and support for parents of children with disabilities.
LD Online
LD Online provides accurate information about learning disabilities and ADHD for families and educators. The site features hundreds of helpful articles, multimedia, first-person essays, and children’s writing and artwork.
National Center on Improving Literacy
The National Center on Improving Literacy (NCIL) works to increase access to, and use of, evidence-based approaches to screen, identify, and teach students with literacy-related disabilities, including dyslexia and to build individual and organizational capacity to assess students’ literacy-related skill, identify students with disabilities or those at risk of disabilities, and fully implement evidence-based literacy programs and professional development. Find resources here for parents and teachers.