Resources I trust and recommend

These are books, podcasts, articles, and tools I return to again and again—both as a parent and as a professional supporting families, schools, and systems. They reflect a shared commitment to inclusion, dignity, and understanding across differences.

For Parents of Children with Disabilities

1. Wrightslaw: Special Education Law and Advocacy
Clear, credible information about IDEA, IEPs, and navigating school systems.
A go-to for building knowledge—and confidence—about your child’s rights.

2. Understood.org
Practical advice and supportive language around learning and thinking differences.
I recommend this site often—especially their articles on executive function and self-advocacy.

3. The Out-of-Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz
A classic on sensory integration challenges that’s accessible and empowering.
Especially helpful for families early in their journey.

4. Parent to Parent USA
A network of trained parents who offer emotional and informational support.
This is where I send families looking for connection with others who “get it.”

5. The Lucky Few Podcast
Conversations around parenting, advocacy, and Down syndrome—real, funny, and deeply human.
Even if your child has a different diagnosis, the values here resonate.

For Educators and Organizations Committed to Inclusion

1. Beyond Behaviors by Mona Delahooke
A paradigm-shifting look at student behavior, rooted in neuroscience and compassion.
I use this text often in coaching conversations—it changes how we see children.

2. CAST: Universal Design for Learning
The foundational site for UDL—making learning accessible by design, not retrofitting.
A powerful framework for inclusive instructional practices.

3. We’re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation by Eric Garcia
A perspective-shifting book written by an autistic journalist for general audiences.
An essential read for educators committed to listening to neurodivergent voices.

4. ADL’s No Place for Hate Resources
Tools and school-based guides for addressing bias and fostering belonging.
Not just for big moments—useful for everyday reflection and action.

5. The Neurodiversity Podcast
Insightful conversations with educators, clinicians, and neurodivergent guests.
Excellent for teams looking to broaden their lens beyond compliance.

For Broader Reflection and Understanding

1. The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath
How small, intentional actions can create lasting impact.
A beautiful reminder that connection, meaning, and dignity often come in small, planned (or unplanned) moments.

2. Hidden Brain Podcast
Social science and storytelling on how we think, feel, and act.
Episodes on memory, childhood, and belonging are especially resonant.

3. Far From the Tree by Andrew Solomon
A sweeping exploration of families raising children who are very different from them.
It’s long, but unforgettable—an empathetic call for acceptance across all differences.

4. What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey
A conversation on trauma, resilience, and relational healing.
Approachable, grounding, and relevant across personal and professional contexts.