Semi Short chic: Lynn Parsons

Today we are featuring Author Lynn Parsons' book

(dis)Abilities and the Gospel

First a little about the author:

Lynn Parsons became a teacher because of her experiences helping two of her children with special needs. She has taught special education children at both the elementary and secondary levels. Lynn’s instructional methods have been published by the Council for Exceptional Children and featured in several professional online magazines. Her love of education has extended to seven years teaching daily Seminary. She continues to look for innovative teaching methods that can reach all learners. Lynn now works as an Educational Diagnostician, evaluating children with disabilities. She is an advocate for them and their families through her website at ldsdisabilitieshelp.com and her blog at lynndeniseparsons.blogspot.com. Lynn has a Ph.D. in Exceptional Student, and is head of the Faith Committee of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Needs Council for her county. She also enjoys reading, writing, and needlework.

Links to social media sites for the author

Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/LDSdisAbilitiesHelp

Twitter: @parsonslynn

Web sites:

ldsdisabilitieshelp.com

lynndparsons.com

Blog:

lynndeniseparsons.blogspot.com

Now for her book:

"(dis)Abilities and the Gospel:

How to Bring People with Special Needs Closer to Christ"

Each day, parents and church leaders struggle to teach individuals with special needs. Using helpful information, real-life stories, and a touch of humor, "(dis)Abilities and the Gospel" provides ways for you to effectively teach people of all ages with autism, Down syndrome, bipolar disorder, memory loss, and other disabilities.

I've been a teacher of primary age children for about as long as I've been married. Apparently Heavenly Father knew that I needed practice before I became a mother myself. I wish I'd had this book as a resource about three years ago when a special needs boy was in my class. He was so smart, and so sharp, but I was never able to fully help him without cutting off the other kids. This resource is fantastic! I highly recommend all primary teachers as well as parents with children of special abilities grab this!

Here is a snippet, that really touched my heart:

“While it’s important to have a basic understanding of each person’s disability, it’s more important to focus on their abilities. Every child of God has a tremendous future. Parents and church leaders have the responsibility to help everyone reach his or her potential.”

Tour schedule:

Featuring Both books:

Plain and Simple Truths & (dis)Abilities and the Gospel

March 10

http://authorsandralove.blogspot.com/

Featuring: Plain and Simple Truths

March 11

semishort.blogspot.com

Featuring: (dis)Abilities and the Gospel

March 12

http://writtenbymikey.blogspot.com/

Featuring: Plain and Simple Truths