8 Special Ed Resources All Parents Should Own
Do you ever wonder what you can do to substantially increase your understanding of special education? Here are 8 books that I use to more effectively advocate on behalf of my son.
Let’s face it, special education laws are complex and often difficult to understand. But, here’s the thing, there are several different ways for you to substantially increase your understanding of the laws. One of the easiest (and cheapest) ways is by reading and studying special education books designed to help parents understand, and apply, the laws.
About seven years ago, my sister stumbled across a website called Wrightslaw.com. This site is where parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys go for reliable information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.
In addition to the information on the website, I purchased all of the books listed below. I truly believe the time I spent reading (and studying) these books have given me the knowledge and confidence to successfully advocate on my son’s behalf.
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Wrightslaw: Special Education Law, 2nd Edition (ISBN: 978-1-892320-16-2, 456 pages, 8 1/2″ x 11″, perfect bound) by Peter Wright and Pamela Wright is available in two formats, a book and a book & e-book combo.
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Wrightslaw: All About IEPs (ISBN: 978-1-892320-20-9) by Pete Wright, Pam Wright, and Sue O’Connor, 192 pages.
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Wrightslaw: All About Tests and Assessments, 2nd Edition (ISBN: 978-1-892320-31-5) by Melissa Farrall, Pam Wright, and Pete Wright, 200 pages.
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Wrightslaw: From Emotions to Advocacy – The Special Education Survival Guide, 2nd Edition by Pam Wright and Pete Wright was published in January 2006 (ISBN: 978-1-892320-09-4, 338 pages, perfect bound).
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Wrightslaw: Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2019 by Peter W.D. Wright and Pamela Darr Wright (ISBN 978-1-892320-49-0, 123 pages, 8 1/2″ x 11″) is available from Wrightslaw as a searchable e-book (PDF)
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Wrightslaw: Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2018 by Peter W.D. Wright and Pamela Darr Wright (ISBN 978-1-892320-47-6, 146 pages, 8 1/2″ x 11″)
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Wrightslaw: Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2017 by Peter W.D. Wright and Pamela Darr Wright (ISBN 978-1-892320-42-1, 125 pages, 8 1/2″ x 11″).
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In closing, there are many different ways for parents to increase their understanding of special education laws. In my opinion, the easiest way is by reading and studying special education books designed to help parents understand, and apply, the laws. Over the last seven years, I have purchased all of the books listed in this article. I have relied on each of them when making educational decisions for my son.
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