Speech Milestones for Children

APD, Five Years Old (5), Four Years Old (4), Infant (3 - 12 months), Learning Challenge Types, MRELD, Newborn (0-3 Months), Preschool (3 - 5 Years), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Three Years Old (3)

Speech milestones provide a guide to typical language development in children. Here’s a general breakdown of these milestones: Birth to 3 Months: Makes cooing and gurgling sounds. Reacts to loud noises (startles or quiets). Smiles when spoken to or in response...

Successfully Homeschooling with Children with Special Needs

ADHD, APD, Aphasia, ASD, DMDD, Down Syndrome, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dysphasia, Dyspraxia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), HomePage, Homeschooling, Interest-based Learning, Learning Activities, Learning Challenge Types, Lesson Planning, MRELD, Multimodal Teaching, OCD, ODD, PDA Autistic, Positive Communications, Positive Reinforcement, Scheduled Breaks, SPD, State Regulations, Time Management Method, VPD

Homeschooling children with learning disabilities, such as ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), autism, or other learning differences, requires a tailored approach that supports their unique needs while leveraging the flexibility of a home environment. By...

Task and Assignment for Visual Processing Disorder

Clear and Simple Instructions, Color-Coding, Graphic Organizers, Hands-On | Experiential Learning, Kinesthetic, Learning Challenge Types, Screeners | Readers, Simplified Instructions| Step-by-Step Instructions, Tactile, Text-to-Speech, VPD

For homeschooling a child with Visual Processing Disorder (VPD), tasks and assignments should be designed to reduce visual overload, encourage alternative processing strategies, and enhance comprehension. Here are some task modifications and strategies that can help:...

Task and Assignment Tips for Aphasia

Aphasia, Auditory, Clear and Simple Instructions, Extra Time, Learning Challenge Types, Simplified Instructions| Step-by-Step Instructions, Speech-to-Text, Tactile, Visual, Visual Aids | Visual Tools

Here are some tips for managing tasks and assignments for a child with dysphasia or aphasia: Simplify Language Use simple, direct sentences with clear instructions. Break down tasks into small, manageable steps, providing one instruction at a time. Avoid using complex...

Task and Assignment Tips for Autistic Students

ASD, Clear and Simple Instructions, Extra Time, Interest-based Learning, Learning Challenge Types, Positive Reinforcement, Scheduled Breaks, Self-Advocacy, Structured Routines, Visual Aids | Visual Tools

When designing tasks and assignments for students with autism, it’s important to consider their unique strengths and challenges. By tailoring assignments and tasks to the specific needs of students with autism, you can help them achieve success and build confidence in...