Raising Exceptional Children: A Guide to Understanding Learning Differences and Empowering Your Child - Paperback

by Marianne Young (Author)

A comprehensive guide to embracing your child's differences and putting them on the right path

Parenting a child with special needs doesn't work with a one-size-fits-all plan--it requires a strategy toolbox. Raising Exceptional Children is a thoughtful and compassionate guide that helps you understand the learning and thinking differences of exceptional children and discover tools to help you support your child's growth without limiting their potential.

Drawing from her years of experience as a professional advocate and mother, Marianne Young offers a deep and insightful look into the needs of exceptional children as well as much-needed support for you during your parenting journey. Learn to create strategies for addressing a variety of behaviors, creating supportive environments, and empowering them to excel. Your child is exceptional--and you can set them up to lead an exceptional life.

Raising Exceptional Children helps you:

• Explore your child's needs--Covering attention and sensory issues, autism, dyslexia, giftedness, and more, this guide helps you recognize and understand your child's unique differences.
• Strategize for success--From navigating tough emotions to setting appropriate goals, learn techniques that will help exceptional children develop lifelong skills.
• Get them learning support--Whether you're interested in special education, homeschooling, or otherwise, discover ready-to-use advice for making sure your child has the right educational opportunities.

Get the help you need to make sure your exceptional child has the opportunity to truly thrive.

Author Biography

MARIANNE YOUNG is a wife, mother of three, and special education advocate. She works as a professional advocate in more than 10 districts and has been honored with the NAACP's Community Hero Award. Marianne is currently a network leader for the Autism Society of Alabama and sits on the boards for Autism Hope Center and Access 2 Independence.