I really hate the term life skills. I mean, after all, we ALL need life skills. It's just that what each person needs to be taught varies greatly. But, if your child has an IEP, and depending on their skill set, a 'life skills classroom' or 'life skills curriculum' may have been suggested to you.| A Day in our Shoes
I am wildly passionate about kids being toilet trained if it is a possibility. I never dreamed I would be a passionate advocate for toilet training. But here I am. Lack of toileting skills is one functional IEP skill that really carries a serious stigma for our kids. It's very ostracizing for an older child| A Day in our Shoes
What is LRE Least Restrictive Environment? Students must be educated in the least restrictive environment to the maximum extent possible, and cannot use budget issues as an excuse not to do it. From Ed.Gov/IDEA Have you heard of LRE or the Least Restrictive Environment continuum? Many parents are unaware of this right or principle of| A Day in our Shoes
Does your child's IEP transfer from state to state? Can you remain in the same school if you move? Here's what you need to know| A Day in our Shoes
