How do you personalize kits for children with learning difficulties like dyslexia, dysgraphia and ADHD?
95% of children can master the fundamentals of literacy. I’ve taught kids with dyslexia, autism and ADHD how to read and write.
When I find out one of my students has a special need or learning difficulty the first thing that comes to mind is repetition. I might need to teach the same literacy lesson multiple times for my neurodivergent student to understand the concept. They may need more guided and independent practice than a neurotypical student.
Why are the literacy kits screen-free?
Sensory play, sensory diet, multi-sensory, sensory toys, sensory experiences… I notice sensory curriculum and programs everywhere.
What does sensory learning really mean? Sensory learning mimics life. It is engaging and it sticks. Kids and adults learn when we're moving, creating and exploring.
Should I teach my toddler to read?
Before a child learns to read they need to be read to, they need to speak, they need to develop their vocabulary and they need to be able to recognize letter names and sounds. Before a child learns to write they need to develop gross and fine motor skills.
