What Neurodiverse Learners Need You To Know
Neurodiversity encompasses those with thinking and learning differences, including but not limited to: ADHD/ADD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Asperger’s syndrome, and learning differences. For many, the “thinking differently” aspect of neurodiversity can lead to a student feeling frustrated, misunderstood, and underestimating his or her own abilities. In truth, neurodiversity can be a true strength, and […]
When Should Parents Get Involved With School?
0Being a parent is a constant tight rope balance between support and enabling. The goal is to eventually launch children into the world as productive and independent as they possibly can be – with all of the help and scaffolding they might need along the way. It can be challenging along the way to know […]
Tried and True Tips For Parenting Differently Abled Children
In this age of the internet, many parents crowd source their parenting decisions, even before a child is born. Parents scan the internet reading reviews of strollers and car seats, and read blogs about specifics like weaning and introducing solid foods, to overall parenting philosophies and discipline strategies. Parents of children with special needs are […]
Back To School Series: School Supports
Children, parents, and teachers often meet a new school year with optimism. This fresh start is a chance for new beginnings, new friendships, new study habits…and new obstacles. While challenges are opportunities to learn and get stronger, those that have emotional or learning difficulties may quickly become frustrated by the academic environment, and this is […]