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Writing and Autism The process of teaching a child with autism to write can be slow and tedious. Have you noticed any of the following with your child or teen who has autism? Sloppy handwriting Sensory issues with writing implements Difficulty translating what he/she wants to say into written language Difficulty planning out how to […]

Can ADHD Affect Learning? Any disorder with the core symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity is going to affect how a child learns. So much of traditional academic success is tied to how well a student can attend to tasks and deliver on teacher and classroom expectations. Individuals with ADHD may exhibit any of the […]

How Does ADHD Affect Learning to Read? Recent brain imaging research by the National Institute of Mental Health shows that certain areas of the brain of children with ADHD develop more slowly than their non-ADHD counterparts. This means that the traditional classroom timeline of expectations for reading progress may not apply to these learners. Teaching […]

ADHD and Public School Traditional school, with its rules and expectations, can be somewhat of a landmine for students operating without the sensory filters that their peers have. Not only must kids navigate the educational requirements, but they also are faced with a host of social interactions, boundaries, and distractions that can blow them off […]

Is Down Syndrome a Learning Disability? Most individuals with Down syndrome have IQs that fall in the mild to moderate range of intellectual disability. A single extra chromosome may define whether someone has a genetic disorder, but it doesn’t have to define what that person is capable of. While children and teens with Down syndrome […]

A Mix-and-Match Approach to Homeschool There’s actually an official name for a homeschool style that takes parts from multiple homeschool programs and resources to create a customized education for your child. It’s called “eclectic homeschooling” and a large segment of homeschool families use the approach. Why? Because it’s unusual for one single program or resource […]

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The Tricky Business of Homeschool Pros and Cons Deciphering the pros and cons of a homeschooling curriculum is tricky. What works great for your homeschooling friend may not work for you. You can get helpful information by reading reviews and listening to other homeschoolers, but when it comes down to handing over your hard-earned cash […]