let’s talk about learning disabilities– with the experts at NCLD

Everyone I know is touched somehow, in some way, by learning disabilities.

Whether it’s a child, sibling, spouse, or parent, in my life, learning disabilities know no bounds.  It seems as though everywhere I turn, in any circle of friends I choose, someone is touched by a learning disability (LD) of some sort, of some degree.

And what I’ve found is that if parents don’t have the resources–early detection or a supportive school or answers or the know-how to understand what to do when you are faced with an LD–things can be really tough.

I’m thrilled to be working with the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) to bring together some incredible experts in the field to answer questions, share resources, and offer support to my readers and friends.

Here’s the skinny. . .

• Let’s Talk About Learning Disabilities–(with the experts at NCLD):  Bring all of your questions, concerns, ideas, stories, and experiences next week when we chat with LD experts.

To recognize LD Awareness month and to spread the word on some really incredible, worthwhile resources on Dyslexia in particular, we will be tweeting next week–and we want you to join us.  Not only will you find answers and support, you’ll also have a chance to win a Kindle Fire (woot!) and a few $25 gift cards (yay!).

Join us for a twitter event with teach mama media
& National Center For Learning Disabilities (NCLD)  **  follow: #Dyslexia

Who:     Parents, teachers, caregivers, expert panelists, and YOU!

• Amy Mascott: @teachmama
• Stan Wattles: @LDorg Serves on NCLD’s Board of Directors, former Indy racecar driver, diagnosed with dyslexia (will be tweeting for event)
• Anne Ford: @AnneFordAuthor Former NCLD Chairman & author of three books on learning disabilities
• Dr. Sheldon Horowitz, Ed.D. @LD_Expert  NCLD’s Director of LD Resources and Essential Information

What:    October is Learning Disabilities (LD) Awareness Month & NCLD is sharing new Dyslexia resources
Why:     To enlighten, share, inform, and connect (and WIN!)  prizes: Kindle Fire & two $25 gift cards
Where:  Twitter! (http://twitter.com) #Dyslexia
When:   Monday, 10.29.12 from  9-10 pm ET
How:    

1. RSVP here so you can win some great prizes:  http://bit.ly/NCLDrsvp  or scan the fancy QR code:
2. log onto twitter
3. follow the hashtag #Dyslexia
4. tweet, re-tweet (RT), and tweet some more!

Helpful hints:

• use TweetChat (http://tweetchat.com/room/Dyslexia)  or TweetGrid (http://bit.ly/NCLDevent1012) to make it easier for you

• visit NCLD site and bring questions, comments or concerns to the event

• bookmark the NCLD Facebook page so you’re ready for fun

• make sure you are following the host (@teachmama) and all of the panelists so you don’t miss a beat!

I look forward to chatting with you on Monday!

IMPORTANT: Please leave any questions you have for the experts below.  I’ll bring ’em to the chat and we’ll hopefully get you some answers!