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Elementary School Transition
Transitions during the elementary school years can be well planned and supported so that children with special needs may concentrate on educational opportunities, maintaining self confidence and developing healthy relationships.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50637.asp


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Universal Design for Learning - Access to General Education Curriculum
The philosophy, strategies and techniques behind the Universal Design for
Learning have created new opportunties in engagement, learning and
expression for students with special needs and their mainstream classmates

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50363.asp

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Preparing for Emergencies - Children with Special Needs

Families of children with special needs prepare for every day emergencies
as well as using new plans from government agencies and first responders

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50320.asp

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Autism, Nutrition and Special Diets

Some children with autism have food allergies or digestive disorders that
require medical treatment. Families who are investigating and trying out
dietary interventions claimed to treat autism spectrum disorders by
eliminating specific kinds of foods should have their child followed
closely by their doctors.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art49724.asp

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School Violence and Children with Special Needs
The terrible events at Virginia Tech, and news coverage that includes
reminders of previous school violence episodes, will cause deep anxiety
and traumatic stress for children and families.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50457.asp

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School Bus Rides
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art45298.asp

IEP Preparation - Teacher Support
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44746.asp

Cousins of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44239.asp

The Diagnosis of Learning Disability
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art45580.asp

Friendship and Inclusion for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48700.asp

Recess Skills for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art432.asp

Humor - Preparing for the IEP Meeting
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art32971.asp

Inclusive P.E. for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art46155.asp

Down Syndrome and Diabetes Dual Diagnosis
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art32543.asp

Celiac Disease in Children
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art21075.asp

Speech Therapy, Feeding Therapy and Early Intervention
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art47296.asp

Communication, Autism, and Developmental Disabilities
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art49475.asp

Forgiving Family
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48067.asp

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