Parent Resources
Parent Learning
Robertson County Special Services wants to make parents our partners. Building strong parent relationships is essential in fostering a positive educational experience. If your child receives special education services and you have questions about their Individual Education Plan or services please be sure to give us a call at 979-279-3507.
The videos below are provided to help you understand your child’s disability, your rights and responsibilities under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and facilitate collaboration.
How to request special education testing Play Video
As a parent/guardian, you are a very important member of this committee. It is important to understand the essentials of an admissions, review, dismissal (ARD) committee meeting. Learn more about the admissions, review, dismissal (ARD) process in these videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVjl64GtU_M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBzzX4m-9s0
Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Next ARD Meeting Open Link
Obtenga más información sobre el comité de admisiones, revisión y despido (ARD) en este video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNUasnjoAt8
Discover more about special education dispute resolution processes. Resolving issues with your child's school.
SPEECH THERAPY RESOURCES
Communication Board- Communication Board
Stuttering Foundation resources can be translated into other languages. You can read and download books related to stuttering for free. Stuttering Foundation
This site has activities that promote language development, listening skills, following directions, and building expressive vocabulary. Preschool Express
Speech and articulation worksheets are free to download. All consonant sounds are provided at the word, sentence, and story level. Mommy Speech
This site provides learning games for preschool and elementary school-age students. Vocabulary games include synonyms, antonyms, compound words, analogies, idioms, and parts of speech. Learning Games
The site is divided by grade level. Activities are provided to develop vocabulary, comprehension questions, and following directions. Read along videos/books are provided at lower grades with text-to-speech options provided for upper-grade levels. Learn at Home
https://bilinguistics.com/speech-therapy-materials/
https://www.speechteammate.com/free-articulation-worksheets
https://freelanguagestuff.com/
www.home-speech-home.com/speech-therapy-word-lists.html (Articulation, Language, Pragmatics, Fluency Activities)
www.superduperinc.com (Click on “free stuff”) (Articulation, Language, Fluency, Voice, and Pragmatics ideas/strategies/activities)
www.superduperinc.com/freestuff/calendars/superduperspeechcalendar.pdf (Conversational topics each day of the month)
www.kids-pages.com/flashcards.htm (Language and Pragmatics skills)
www.mommyspeechtherapy.com (Articulation, Language, Fluency, Comprehension skills/ideas)
OT AND PT SUPPORTS
Home Activities to Support Fine Motor Development- Fine Motor Development
Examples of how to make toys to support your child's sensory development- Sensory Development
Gross Motor Activities using Letters- Gross Motor Activities
Activities to assist with a variety of motor skills (fine, gross, sensory, writing and executive functioning) Toolbox
Online resource for fine motor activities and strategies Miss Mancy
Activities to assist with a variety of motor skills (fine, gross, sensory, and writing) Motor Skills
Simple learning activities developed by an Occupational Therapist that assist in the acquisition of motor skills. Motor Skills
Activities to use at home to enhance fine and gross motor skills. Therapy Street
Virtual Field Trips https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1SvIdgTx9djKO6SjyvPDsoGlkgE3iExmi3qh2KRRku_w/mobilebasic?fbclid=IwAR2HEcOqOBB82yHqZ6aKyjFh-sBb7ieCRbwfORJDC1d_6D5WD0OG2fk9ZUs
EDUCATION COMPANIES OFFERING FREE SUBSCRIPTIONS DUE TO SCHOOL CLOSINGS https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135609/list-of-education-companies-offering-free-subscriptions/?fbclid=IwAR1UApdTY4SrcMD4JzKx9ssHYo-qyGASHmfsVMYFarc-kiZX6lj-ow65N2g
Fitness and Wellness Workouts for Kids https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4RxmjydS7wixyEYVRDOWA?fbclid=IwAR0YOiax3msmnaZF2A3Pw1RohCnyFzsYKnw-RUsZdooUuZEO_nmhQ39JgDI
Fun and Meaningful Learning https://fun-a-day.com/
Free Printable Activities for Kids https://funlearningforkids.com/free-printables/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=FREE+No-Prep%2C+Editable+Game+to+Send+Home&utm_campaign=March+16%2C+2020+-+Flower+4+in+a+Row
AUTISM
For a child with autism, visual supports can help to decrease anxiety and increase independence across all settings. This toolkit provides you with all that you will need to help structure your child’s day at home, no matter his/her age. School Closure Toolkit
Visual Schedule for Home- Visual Schedule
AIM provides training in a variety of strategies and interventions targeted for students on the Autism Spectrum. - Autism Modules
Supports and Strategies to facilitate appropriate social, emotional and communication skills for students. Autism Teacher Strategies
Visual Schedule for Cleaning up After Meals Cleaning Up Visual Schedule
Social Narratives, Power Cards, and Visual Supports- Social Narratives
Social Skills Lessons -Social Skills
Library of resources, tips and tools, games, and songs- Social Skills Resources
Activities and Lessons for a variety of social and emotional skills for elementary and middle school-aged students. Social and Emotional Skills
Supports and Strategies to facilitate appropriate social, emotional and communication skills for students. Autism Teaching Strategies
YouTube videos explaining social and emotional challenges and strategies. Social and Emotional Strategies
Supporting Individuals with Autism Through Uncertain Times
Autism and Grief resources for autistic adults, families/friends/support staff, and clergy/professionals. https://www.autismandgrief.org/
BEHAVIOR/MENTAL HEALTH
Parent Modules
ECSE Parent Module 1 Structure & Routines at Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EZjScPH6ik
ECSE Parent Module 2 Loving Boundaries, Choice, and Positive Reinforcement for Lifelong Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLhOBxtqNcU
ECSE Parent Module 3 Our Little Ones & Their Big Emotions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWPY0mMhG_I
Autism and Grief resources for autistic adults, families/friends/support staff, and clergy/professionals. https://www.autismandgrief.org/
Visual Supports Library- Behavior/Self- Regulation- STEPS to locate Supports: Steps: 1. Click on Educator. 2. Click on Autism or Behavior, and 3. Click on Visual Supports File Library.
Library of Visual Supports to support appropriate behavior- Autism Circuit
Parenting tools for various behaviors- Parenting Tools
Library of resources: Tips and tools, games, and songs to support behavior-Do 2 Learn
IBCCES provides information on Autism Spectrum Disorders and 15 Behavior Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum. IBCCES
The Child Mind Institute provides parents with Strategies for Managing Child Behavior Problems at Home. Child Mind Institute
Visual Support for Parents regarding the Power of Positive Phrasing Positive Phrasing
Visual Support for Parents regarding Offering Choices Offering Choices
Yoga poses to assist students in calming down Yoga for Kids
Activity designed for students on the Autism Spectrum to learn ways to regulate emotional verbal outburst Regulate Emotional Verbal Outburst
Visual Support for 5 count breathing exercises to assist in calming down. Five Count Breathing
Self-Control "remote control" to assist students with regulating their emotions and behaviors Self Control Remote Control
Sample Schedule to continue structuring your child's daily activities Sample Schedule
Strategies and information to help individuals with ASD reach their potential.http://www.victoriesnautism.com/
https://www.nasponline.org/ (use search bar for needs)
Behavior resources for parents. https://discipline.esc2.net/node/31
DEAF/HARD OF HEARING RESOURCES
Rocky Mountain Deaf School- ASL Books for Young Children- ASL Books
ASL Pro: Includes dictionaries, quizzes, games and additional books-ASL Pro
Sign Language Dictionary- ASL Dictionary
Children's Stories Read using Signing Exact English- SEE Stories
Vocabulary and Story Videos that are all presented in ASL ASL Vocabulary and Story Videos
DYSLEXIA AND READING RESOURCES
Texas Talking Books Program https://www.tsl.texas.gov/tbp/index.html
Reading Bear targets learning letter sounds, provides videos and quizzes- Reading Bear
Educational games targeting grammar, spelling, sight words, and other word skills- Room Recess
Read Theory focuses on reading comprehension and allows parents to set up free accounts and track their child's progress. It offers leveled reading passages and quizzes regarding passages. Read Theory
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (ECSE/PPCD) RESOURCES
Sesame Street personal hygiene social stories- Social Stories
Dealing with COVID-19 Social Stories- Social Stories about Social Distancing
CLI Engage: Preschool hands-on activities that families can do at home- Circle Family Activities
Online Read Alouds- Storyline Online
Preschool Express: Calendars with daily activities to do at home- Preschool Express
Starfall - Math, language arts, & music -Starfall
Center on the Social Emotional Development of Young Children Family tools-Center on the Social and Emotional Development of Young Children
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH COGNITIVE CHALLENGES
A variety of free resources, including sorting activities, adapted books, folder games, and a variety of printables. Click the "free downloads" tab on the right. Adapted Books
Academic Games- Academic Games
Books Read Aloud- Free Reads
ULS Math Activities: Printable supports that assist with number identification and the following mathematical operations: counting, addition, subtraction, and fractions- Math Activities
ULS Math - Time Activities: Printable supports that assist with analog and digital time, season identification and time periods throughout the day (morning, afternoon, evening and night) - Time Activities
Printable tracing activities for each upper and lower case letter of the alphabet and numbers 1-10. Students can trace the numbers with their fingers or a writing utensil. Handwriting Practice
Academic activities targeting skills within the PreK-3rd grade level- Star Fall
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH MULTIPLE DISABILITIES
How to create active learning opportunities- Creating Active Learning Opportunities
Accessible Games- Tobii Dynavox Web Games
Additional Resources
Parent Resources for Students in Special Education https://tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/health-safety-discipline/covid/parent-resources-for-students-in-special-education
This is a comprehensive list of sites/companies that are offering free access to learning materials. Amazing Educational Resources
Special Education and COVID-19 Free Resources and Take Home Packets http://www.breezyspecialed.com/2020/03/distance-home-learning-packets-and.html?fbclid=IwAR0jEwFxGoicOzok4WjgTKWXk80oJx_bbekpIiu3GxhfoBgK4_iPpIY0_84
Handy Chart Featuring Over 30 iPad Apps for Students with Special Needs https://www.educatorstechnology.com/2016/01/a-handy-chart-featuring-over-30-ipad.html?fbclid=IwAR39W3zHEZ7-iAwTjqeJOFNl61yizDkEOig8p47TB8AooklJ6RI3ARVaanA
Daily Free Learning Workbooks for Teachers to Share with Parents while Schools are Closed (Kids will actually do these!) https://www.edhelper.com/teacher-education/Daily-Free-Learning-Workbooks-for-Teachers-to-Share-with-Parents-while-Schools-are-Closed-Kids-will-actually-do-these.htm?fbclid=IwAR1z9_FW1ufcQC1ficXdtSuWx39feq9GC0ITCZUNWc9t6xFX7AHg4fZNVsk
Nessy programs are designed to help students of all abilities to learn to read, write, spell and type, especially those who learn differently. www.nessy.com
Khan Academy Parent Sign-up https://www.khanacademy.org/signup?isparent=1
Chrome Extensions for Struggling Students and Special Needs https://www.controlaltachieve.com/2016/10/special-needs-extensions.html?fbclid=IwAR1Lh_NRU46wS6tuf8b-4OqTI0hiFSSZoEQE06IzW11cbEPCS-xkIsjm1hs
List of educational companies offering free subscriptions due to school closings. https://www.controlaltachieve.com/2016/10/special-needs-extensions.html?fbclid=IwAR1Lh_NRU46wS6tuf8b-4OqTI0hiFSSZoEQE06IzW11cbEPCS-xkIsjm1hs
