You, Your Child, and "Special" Education: A Guide to Making the System Work (Paperback)

by Barbara Coyne Cutler (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
Cutler debunks the myths that keep parents from intervening on behalf of their children... -- Contemporary Pediatrics

The author 'demystifies' the special education system and stresses the usefulness of ordinary, everyday skills... -- Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics

The author of this book serves as a savvy, experienced trail guide through the special education process and system. -- Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics

Product Description
This inspiring resource shows parents of children with disabilities how to obtain the educational services their children rightfully deserve. It examines the internal workings of the education system, reveals the challenges that await, lists the services that are available, and discusses the rights that are federally guaranteed. Complete with a resource list, directions for filing a complaint, and explanations of relevant legislation and regulations, this powerful handbook can make a difference for parents as well as educators.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company (August 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557661154
• ISBN-13: 978-1557661159
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,554,126 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for Parents of a Child with Learning Disabilitie, December 7, 1999

By	M. Mahaney "An avid reader" (East Barre, Vermont) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Barbara Coyne Cutler is an amazing woman who fought for her son's right to a free, appropriate education for 10 yrs. before being heard. Not only did she fight for her son, she has fought for many other children herself and through her book. I read this book before an IEP meeting and it made all the difference in the world. This is an excellent, easily understood book.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for parents of "special" children, March 23, 1998

By A Customer

I read this book as my husband and I battled our school district for services for our autistic son. I recommend it to all parents I meet now. It not only tells you what the schools can and can't do, it also tells you how to get and hold their attention and gives samples of letters, etc. For example, any meetings we now hold with school representatives also have a 3rd party witness - a hint gleaned from this book. If you are a parent buying this book to get services for your child, it will help. I wish you luck!!