Kathleen Fad is an author and consultant from Austin, Texas. Kathy's professional experience has spanned over 30 years as a general education teacher, special education teacher, university professor, author, and independent consultant. Kathy's specialty is designing practical, common-sense strategies that are research based. Kathy has coauthored numerous books, articles, and assessment instruments. The Practical Ideas That Really Work series now includes a wide variety of topics, such as ADHD, autism, disruptive behaviors, reading problems, and giftedness. Kathy's latest book includes interventions for students with high-functioning autism.