Family Resources

We understand that families of young learners are each on a unique journey. That's why we've created a space filled with helpful resources, designed to support you.

Whether you're looking for practical tips, engaging activities, or guidance on navigating the special education process, you'll find it all here. Our goal is to empower you with the information and tools you need to support your child's learning and development.

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External Recourses

County, State and Federal Sites:

Name	Purpose	About	Link
Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction	Educational Guidance and Family Engagement in Special Education	OSPI provides resources and support for families and educators, focusing on special education and fostering successful student outcomes through collaboration and guidance.	Family Engagement and Guidance
Down Syndrome Washington	Support and Advocacy	A dedicated organization focused on enhancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and their families through advocacy, education, and support.	Down Syndrome Washington
Child Care Resources, King County	Child Care Support and Resources	Provides resources and assistance to families seeking child care solutions and supports child care providers with training and resources.	Child Care Resources, King County
Washington State Department of Social & Health Services/Division of Developmental Disabilities	Developmental Disabilities Support	Offers a range of services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, aiming to foster independence and community integration.	Washington State DSHS/Division of Developmental Disabilities
Social Security Disability Programs	Financial Support for Disabled	Provides financial assistance and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their access to benefits and services.	Social Security Disability Programs
Washington State Health Care Authority	Healthcare Services and Support	Administers healthcare services for residents, ensuring access to quality healthcare across the state.	Washington State Health Care Authority
Washington State Medicaid	Medical Assistance Program	Provides a comprehensive medical assistance program to eligible residents, offering a variety of health services and benefits.	Washington State Medicaid
Thrive by Five Washington (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali)	Early Childhood Education	Dedicated to advancing early childhood education and support, offering resources and programs in multiple languages.	Thrive by Five Washington

Parent Support Sites

Name	Purpose	About	Link
Issaquah Special Education PTSA	Support and Advocacy for Special Education	The Issaquah Special Education PTSA is dedicated to empowering parents, teachers, and students in special education through advocacy, education, and community support.	Issaquah Special Education PTSA
Parent to Parent Support Groups	Emotional and informational support	Parent to Parent Support Groups offer a network for sharing experiences and knowledge, providing emotional and informational support to parents of children with special needs.	Parent to Parent Support Groups
Parent Help 123, Within Reach	Resources for family health	Parent Help 123, provided by Within Reach, offers a wealth of resources for family health, helping parents access the services and information needed to ensure the wellbeing of their families.	Parent Help 123

Autism Sites

Name	Purpose	About	Link
Autism Speaks	Advocacy and Support	Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions across the spectrum and throughout the life span for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.	Autism Speaks
Autism Society of Washington	Community and Support	The Autism Society of Washington aims to improve the lives of all affected by autism through education, advocacy, services, research, and support.	Autism Society of Washington
National Autism Center	Research and Standards	The National Autism Center is a leading source of knowledge, practical resources, and evidence-based information in the field of autism.	National Autism Center
University of Washington Autism Center	Education and Training	The University of Washington Autism Center is committed to improving the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders through research, training, and clinical services.	University of Washington Autism Center
Seattle Children’s Hospital Autism Classes	Education and Support	Seattle Children's Hospital offers autism classes to help parents, caregivers, and professionals understand and manage the nuances of autism spectrum disorders.	Seattle Children’s Hospital Autism Classes

Literacy Sites

Name	Purpose	About	Link
Storybird	Creative Writing and Storytelling	Storybird provides a unique platform for writers of all ages to create, share, and discover stories through a user-friendly online interface.	Storybird
King County Public Library	Library Services and Community Resources	King County Public Library offers a vast collection of resources, including books, digital media, and community programs to foster education and literacy.	King County Public Library
Zero to Three – Promoting Early Language and Literacy Development	Child Development and Early Education	Zero to Three is dedicated to providing parents, professionals, and policymakers resources to support early childhood development, focusing on the critical first three years of life.	Zero to Three

Articles of Interest

Category	Description	Link/Reference
Websites and Platforms	Leading experts in the field of Early Math have developed the Learning and Teaching with Trajectories website, offering lessons/activities, games, and video clips for math education from Birth to 3rd Grade. You can register for free to have access to resources and information.	Learning and Teaching with Trajectories
Article	Research emphasizes the importance of early math exposure for later success. The article "Why Early Math is Just as Important as Early Reading" elaborates on this topic.	Why Early Math is Just as Important as Early Reading
Books and Publications	A collection of books to provide inspiration and insight into early math education and its significance.	Books to Provide Inspiration

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