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Dysgraphia

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Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder causing handwriting problems incuding inappropriately sized and spaced letters, wrong words, and odd spelling.  The condition may be improved by retraining the brain and body with proper therapy and exercises.

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My Favorite Website 

Autism in the Christian Home
This website has tons of comprehensive information about Dysgraphia and autism. Sections include definition, types, symptoms, diagnosis, causes, treatments, homeschooling and living with autism. The site is currently underconstruction, but already extremely worthwhile. Sign up for RSS feeds so that you will receive updates automatically!

My Favorite Books 

I highly recommend the Handwriting Without Tears handwriting program. Then, the Draw Write Now series is excellent for practicing these handwriting skills and fine-motor control in a fun and exciting way.

Handwriting Without Tears: Kindergarten Teacher's Guide - Contracted Edition

A terrific printing and cursive handwriting program which is used by occupational therapists.

Amazon Price: (as of 09/05/2008)
List Price: $5.35

Draw Write Now, Book 1-8 (Draw Write Now)

Amazon Price: $57.59 (as of 09/05/2008)
List Price: $95.99

Draw Write Now, Book 1: On the Farm-Kids and Critters-Storybook Characters (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
List Price: $12.99

Draw Write Now, Book 7: Animals of the World, Forest Animals (Draw Write Now, 7)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 6: Animals Habitats -- On Land, Pond & Rivers, Oceans (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 4: The Polar Regions, Arctic, Antarctic (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $11.04 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 8: Animals of the World, Dry Land Animals (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 5: The United States, from Sea to Sea, Moving Forward (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 2: Christopher Columbus, Autumn Harvest, Weather (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now, Book 3: Native Americans, North America, Pilgrims (Draw-Write-Now)

Amazon Price: $10.39 (as of 09/05/2008)
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Draw Write Now: My Drawing and Handwriting Book (Draw Write Now) (Draw Write Now) (Draw Write Now)

This book is a convenient way to create a portfolio of drawings and handwriting excerpt. The child actually makes their own display book.

Amazon Price: (as of 09/05/2008)
List Price: $2.99

My Favorite Blog 

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My Favorite Links 

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Sensory Integration Dysfunction
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Social Stories
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Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Christian Homeschooling
Learn more about Christian Homeschooling. Homeschooling is a terrific option for kids on the autism spectrum.
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I am a naturopathic (ND) and medical (MD) physician who has a home-based consultation business and herb store.   I also homeschool my three children.  In addition, I am a Christian who believes that our Jewish roots are extremely important to our faith.  In my spare time, I research herbs, health, autism, Christianity, and homeschooling subjects and share my findings with others.

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