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Learning Disabilities (LD) Awareness Month
Learning Disabilities (LD) Awareness Month
President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October to be National Learning Disabilities Month in 1985. “Learning disabilities” is an umbrella term that describes a number of neurological differences that impact listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, and/or social skills. Spend time this month learning more about different learning disabilities and follow along on social media using the hashtags #LDAwareness and #LDAwarenessMonth!
A step-by-step tool to help family members spot signs of learning and thinking differences, gather necessary information, and seek support from practitioners
Tutorials, practice guides, videos, Q&As, and other resources developed by the special interest group of the Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD) of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). Filter by resource type or topics such as reading, writing, mathematics, content areas, transition, or behavior.
A tool that helps family members detect potential signs of LDs or an attention issue in their child so that they can bring any concerns to school personnel or other professionals. Upon completion, users can download the checklist and their results, explore resources to guide further learning, and refer to a curated list of questions to ask pediatricians and educators.
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