Rick Lavoie brings teachers information on how to integrate children with special needs into their mainstream class. The Council on Exceptional Children asked students with good social skills for their suggestions to school staff. Here are some of their requests: a) time to “hang out” with peers with disabilities, b) taking a stand against bullying and teasing of students with disabilities, and c) choosing peers to work with students with disabilities carefully.
How can you help the child who does his homework, but then forgets to turn it in? Learn to help children with executive functioning problems plan and organize by reading these strategies.
Physical impulsiveness — such as grabbing things, pushing and shoving others, hitting, etc. — can cause problems for a child with executive functioning difficulties. Review these strategies to help a child manage physical impulsiveness.
Children with executive functioning difficulties are often given to impulsive actions that can be challenging in social and classroom situations. Here are some strategies to help a child manage these behaviors.
For many children the most rewarding hour of the week is the time spent in after-school programs, clubs, and activities. This hour can be especially important for children who struggle in school. Outside activities help them build self-esteem in areas of strength. Some enjoy sports, some music lessons and performing; others, the joy of group activities like the scouts or Sunday school.
Children who are socially rejected by their peers often are preoccupied with their isolation and can’t concentrate on their schoolwork. Here are some ways teachers improve kids “social stock” and help them build friendships.
The holiday season is a time for family togetherness, fun, and friendship. But children who struggle with social and behavioral problems can feel lonely and excluded during this happy time. This article gives you a dozen ways to help your child join the fun.
Help your child behave properly in public settings. Meet the five basic physical needs that keep them calm. Community excursions, such as trips to the mall and your house of worship, are challenging for children with learning disabilities. Learn the steps that will help your child improve their behavior.
