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Wrightslaw: IDEA 2004

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This book might at first not seem all that useful since it is a printing of IDEA 2004, which is available free online as federal law. What is great about the book is the commentary that the authors have added to the code to explain the new parts and to make references to other resources. As with everything from Wrightslaw, I have found it to be incredibly user-friendly and complete. I don't think I would have been prepared for our last IEP meeting without a combination of resources, including this one, to support my views. This book is really a companion to From Emotions to Advocacy (which is absolutely essential), and I found it made quite an impression to whip out "IDEA 2004" when the school representatives made outrageous claims. You have to know the law to help your kid, and this is the way to do it.

I whole heartedly agree with the other review. This is an excellent book, because it shows what the OLD law was like vs the new law. This has helped me tremendously. Normal parents can read this and understand...you do not need a law degree to "get it." It is very user friendly. I also agree that From Emotions To Advocacy is a MUST have book for any parent in the special education system.

IDEA 2004 is complete and comprehensive.

I bought this book thinking it would help me to understand what the schools know, only to find out that the Department of Education has not yet released the regulations. My district now tells me these federal regulations are what our state uses to make determinations on their own regulations. So while this book does give information about the law (and as another reviewer stated, it can be found on the Internet for free), it does not directly address federal or state regulations, since they have not yet been created. So, I found the book only marginally helpful, thus two stars for a good effort.

This is the first book you need to purchase if you have a child in special education. Educating yourself on educational law is essential. This author explains the information in a very clear and reader friendly way. You and your child don't have time to waste...purchase this book. I wish I had heard of this long before I did.

I found this book very informative about the federal law regarding children with disabilities.

Great resource for anyone who is addressing the needs of children with special needs and parent's rights under IDEA

If you are an educator, you must own this book, for the good of your students, and your own legal protection.