RESOURCES

BOOKS:

The books listed in this section include:

Parent Resources:

Books that guide parents in understanding and nurturing their children, providing strategies to support both their gifts and challenges.

Educator Resources:

Books for teachers and educators focused on creating inclusive learning environments, developing individualized teaching strategies, and understanding the complex needs of 2e and special education students.

Books for Children and Adolescents:

Stories written for young people to help them navigate their unique combination of talents and challenges, emphasizing self-acceptance and resilience.

Fish In a Tree: Visualizing A More Inclusive World

This book is a fictional story about a girl named Ally who struggles with dyslexia but is incredibly creative and intelligent. The title metaphorically describes how Ally feels like a fish out of water in a traditional classroom setting. This book is a great read for middle school aged students.

How I Learn: A Kid's Guide to Learning Disability

Learning effectively can be fun and engaging, especially when you break it down into a kid-friendly guide. Here’s a simple step-by-step plan to help kids learn new things.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians

Rick Riordan’s portrayal of Percy’s dyslexia was inspired by his own son, who has the condition. Riordan wanted to represent kids who might struggle in traditional learning environments but have unique abilities or strengths. By giving his hero dyslexia and ADHD, Riordan empowers kids with similar challenges, showing that these traits don’t define someone’s potential for greatness. By giving Percy dyslexia, Riordan is highlighting that what seems like a learning difficulty in one context can be a strength in another (like reading Ancient Greek).

The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism

Written when the author was just 13, the book offers a profound glimpse into his inner world and provides readers with a firsthand perspective on the experiences and thoughts of someone with autism.

Scattered: How Attention Deficit Disorder Originates and What You Can Do About It

Dr. Maté is a well-known physician and author who specializes in attention deficit disorder (ADD) and its impact on individuals and families. In this book, Dr. Maté explores the origins of ADD, emphasizing the interplay between genetic, neurological, and environmental factors.

Smart but Scattered: The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential

A practical guide focused on helping children and adolescents with executive function challenges. The book addresses issues related to organization, time management, impulse control, and other executive skills that are crucial for success in school and life.

Teaching Twice-Exceptionaltwice-exceptional Refers to gifted students who have some form of learning or developmental disability. Learners in Today's Classroom

Twice-exceptional learners are students who are both gifted and have a disability, which often leads to their unique needs being overlooked or misunderstood. Educators may struggle with identifying these students because their disabilities can mask their giftedness, or vice versa, leading to misdiagnoses or inappropriate interventions. Teaching Twice Exceptionaltwice-exceptional Refers to gifted students who have some form of learning or developmental disability. Learners provides information related to identification, planning, strength-based programming, and accommodations and modifications designed to support students with various disabilities. Educators will find this book a valuable resource, offering tools and strategies to better support 2e learners in a way that nurtures their potential while addressing their unique challenges.

PODCASTS:

The podcasts listed in this section discuss topics related to:

- Neurodiversity

- ADD/ADHD

- Autism

ADHD ReWired

This podcast is centered on ADHD, offering tools and tips to help manage it in everyday life. It’s particularly helpful for adults with ADHD and those supporting them. Eric, who has ADHD himself, shares personal insights, coaching, and practical strategies.

Neurodiversity Podcast

This podcast focuses on topics surrounding Neurodiversity, including autism, ADHD, and giftedness. It brings in experts, parents, and individuals to discuss challenges and strengths within neurodiverse communities. It’s great for parents, educators, and neurodiverse individuals looking for practical insights.

Two Sides of the Spectrum

This podcast centers around autism and is designed to help educators, therapists, and parents better support autistic individuals. Meg interviews professionals in the field as well as autistic voices, encouraging a deeper understanding of how to create an inclusive world.

Uniquely Human: The Podcast

Based on Dr. Prizant’s book Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism, this podcast shares stories, interviews, and advice for understanding autism. It focuses on celebrating the strengths of neurodivergent individuals.

Websites and Organizations:

The websites included in this section provide parent resources for supporting their students with disabilities and information related to twice-exceptional students.

Parent to Parent USA

Parent to Parent USA is a nationwide organization dedicated to supporting families of children with special needs. It connects parents with experienced volunteers who have faced similar challenges, offering emotional support and practical advice through one-on-one peer matches. The organization aims to reduce the isolation that families often feel, helping them navigate complex healthcare systems and access necessary resources.

PACER Center Champions for Children with Disabilities

PACER is an organization focused on supporting children, youth, and young adults with disabilities, along with their families. It provides a variety of resources and services designed to promote education, inclusion, and empowerment. PACER offers individual assistance, workshops, publications, and advocacy for families, with the goal of helping them navigate systems like education, health care, and social services. They also run programs for bullying prevention, mental health, early childhood education, and transition planning for youth moving into adulthood.

2e News

2e News is dedicated to providing information about twice-exceptional (2e) education and neurodiversity. Its mission is to support parents, educators, and professionals by offering insights, resources, and perspectives on twice-exceptional learners—students who are both gifted and have learning differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, or autism. The site features articles, research, and interviews related to twice-exceptional education and cognitive diversity.