Preventing Summer Learning Loss
Many parents worry about their child not retaining the knowledge and skills they learned during the schoo…
Meet Choyce Simmons: Annapolis Mompreneur and Inspiration
Ms. Simmons was born with a purpose and a plan. It was after the loss of her mother, on Choyce's 21st…
How A Dyslexia Diagnosis Changed A Mom's Perspective
As a young single mom, I was a coach, cheerleader, chef, comedian, and tutor to my son. I could handl…
KINDness in Special Education
Have you ever felt frustrated, anxiety-ridden, or just plain angry when walking away from the IEP table?…
A Family Vacation at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
An infinity pool on your own private balcony? Sounds impossibly wonderful, right?But that's what you&…
So You Got an Autism Diagnosis. Now What?
April is autism awareness month. Macaroni Kid publisher Elizabeth Varela, who lives in Lakewood, Cal…
5 Great Kid Books Featuring Characters With Developmental Disabilities
Searching out books with diverse characters to share with your children is important, but it's not al…
Prepare Your Teen (With a Hidden Disability) to Go Out in the World
Growing up as a teen with medical disabilities, I have all the urges to want to go explore the world and…
Playhouse with a Purpose - GiGi's Annapolis
Yes, there is a lot of “play” in GiGi’s Playhouse, but the Down Syndrome Achievement Ce…
Living With Autism: When A Sibling Leaves for College
It’s such an exciting time for so many kids who are headed off to college. We have one of thos…
22 Summer Activities For Families With Special Needs
Many parents of special needs kids -- and all kids really! -- struggle to find ways to spend summer days…
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