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Muscular dystrophy, an organic disease of muscles, brings special psychological problems to its child sufferers. This paper points out that knowledge of the psychological dynamics of such handicapped children and their families is of value to the educator. Understanding his own reactions to the handicapped can aid the educator even more in his school program for such children. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper reflects on the increasing emphasis on special class placement of educable mentally retarded children and special preparation for teachers. This is in view of the increasing evidence that special classes have been something of a disappointment in terms of accelerating the academic progress of these children, it is proposed that a necessary area of study is a careful analysis of the extent to which special classes actually differ from regular classes in regard to teacher techniques, materials, and content. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article provides information about a new method of teaching cerebral palsied children. This technique has proved its efficacy in helping other disabled children. The stamp set activity requires handles that were once used on big block stamps and stamp rack. The rack must be 33-and-a-half inches long and set at a 45 degree angle so the stamps will be held in by gravity. It should also be clamped to a table top so as to avoid accidents. The ink pad must be secured to a convenient spot so the child can add ink to the stamp as needed.