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Cerebral Palsy: Shannon's Story (Video) for Parents
Shannon has cerebral palsy, which limits many abilities. But her wheelchair and her communication device give her the freedom to explore, and a voice to be heard.
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA): Steven's Story (Video) for Parents
A teen athlete talks about why he won't let his condition take him out of the game.
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A Boy Named Finn: A Story About a Kid With Cancer for Parents
This video for preschoolers with cancer aims to answer common questions and relieve anxiety about hospital stays, medicine, needles, and being separated from parents.
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Cerebral Palsy for Teens
Cerebral palsy is one of the most common developmental disabilities in the United States. It affects a person's ability to move and coordinate body movements.
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How to Talk to Your Child About the News for Parents
News reports are often educational. But when stories are about disturbing topics, parents can find it hard to explain to kids. Here are some guidelines.
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Dwarfism: Emily's Story (Video) for Parents
Emily was born with a type of dwarfism. In this video, she talks about the challenges of being a little person, and how she overcomes the many hurdles she faces.
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Reading Milestones for Parents
This general outline describes the milestones on the road to reading and the ages at which most kids reach them.
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Communication and Your 4- to 5-Year-Old for Parents
Communicating with our kids is one of the most pleasurable and rewarding parts of parenting. Learn how to connect with your 4- to 5-year-old.
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Amanda's Hodgkin's Story for Kids
Amanda's life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Emily's Story: Little Person, Big Life (Dwarfism) for Kids
Emily was adopted from Russia, where she was born with a type of dwarfism. In this video, she talks about how she handles the challenge of being smaller than most people.