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Editor Peter Sutcliffe editor@senmagazine.co.uk 01200 409810 Advertising sales Denise Williamson Advertising Sales Manager denise@senmagazine.co.uk 01200 409808 Administration Anita Crossley (left) anita@senmagazine.co.uk 01200 409802 Amanda Harrison (centre) office@senmagazine.co.uk 01200 409804/800 Dawn Thompson (right) dawn@senmagazine.co.uk 01200 409804/800 Design Rob Parry design@senmagazine.co.uk Director Jeremy Nicholls Disclaimer The opinions expressed in SEN Magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher cannot be held liable for incorrect information, omissions or the opinions of third parties. SEN Magazine Ltd Chapel House, 5 Shawbridge Street, Clitheroe, BB7 1LY Tel 01200 409800 Fax 01200 409809 Email info@senmagazine.co.uk senmagazine.co.uk May • June 2020 Issue 106 As a perceptive reader, you will quickly detect a common theme running through this issue. Yes, the Coronavirus has coloured much of our news and editorial this time. On pages 14 to 19, Douglas Silas and Rukhsana Koser give us their legal perspectives on the Government’s Coronavirus legislation and guidance, and Nicola Anderson has some suggestions for making those lockdown days as enjoyable and productive as possible. We hope you enjoy Joanna Crawford’s infectious enthusiasm for her own dyslexia, on page 24, as much as we did in the editorial office. Another favourite is Lucy Livingston’s thought- provoking article on page 26, looking at compensatory strategies for appearing ‘normal’; are they really worth the bother? On page 32, Becky Clark explains the terminology of DLD (developmental language disorder), and then Samantha Bowen describes the terrifying, wonderful journey she made as a parent to the irrepressible Lucy, who has severe learning disabilities but who can still teach us adults a thing or two about life. Alexandra Riley has some practical suggestions for how to calm maths anxiety on page 40, and then Karina Auer opens our fostering feature on page 44 with a glimpse into the ups and downs of fostering a child with special needs. Dates for your diary - Foster Care Fortnight runs from 11th to the 24th May. On page 48, Nancy Doyle has some practical things to say in her article in which she demystifies Tourette’s and coping with tics. Then Louis Wickett- Padgham writes about removing barriers to participation in sports, and Kristina Causer explains about the ‘six senses’ of inclusive play. That’s it. I’m stepping back from my role as Editor for now, but I’m leaving you in the capable hands of my colleagues. Meanwhile, please keep sending us your contributions and comments, and above all, please stay safe . Welcome Peter Sutcliffe SEN Magazine Editor editor@senmagazine.co.uk Kierran Pearce Emily Haddock Douglas Silas Mary Mountstephen Rukhsana Koser Adam Gordon Joanna Crawford Dr Lucy Anne Livingston Becky Clark Samantha Bowen Alexandra Riley Karina Auer Nancy Doyle Louis Wickett-Padgham Kristina Causer Sarah Sherwood Brian O’Hagan Nicola Anderson SEN Magazine ISSN: 1755-4845 follow us on twitter.com/senmagazine join us on facebook.com/senmagazine CONTRIBUTORS senmagazine.co.uk SEN 106