Start the evaulation Learn more about the eight types of intelligences or learning styles: Linguistic Spatial Logical-Mathematical Interpersonal Bodily-Kinesthetic Musical Naturalistic Intrapersonal “What Are Your Child’s Special Gifts?” is based on Howard Gardner’s groundbreaking theory of multiple intelligences.
What Is Specially Designed Instruction in Special Education? SDI is also known as specialized instruction, individualized instruction, or differentiated instruction. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the federal law governing special education programs, every student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) must include several elements about how these students will achieve academic goals. Among these elements is a description of specially designed instruction. SDI refers to the teaching strategies and methods used by teachers to instruct students with learning disabilities and other types of learning disorders....
A: It’s very important to discuss and resolve one issue at a time. When you try to resolve many different things at a time, it can be overwhelming and it makes it impossible to find workable solutions. If you make sure to set aside time every week, or possibly twice a week, to discuss conflicts, you will have the time you need to work through one issue at a time....
Effort: Quick and easy - no sewing required Materials: Red turtleneck Red tights Red knit hat Red shoes or red spray paint Large green trash bag with tie handle Newspaper for stuffing Scissors Instructions: Dress in red clothing. Cut hole in bottom of trash bag large enough to slide over person’s head. Make sure drawstring is at the bottom. Stuff bag with wadded newspaper. Tighten drawstring until newspaper stuffing stays in and it’s still comfortable to walk....
Temper Tantrums Toddlers throw themselves on the floor, flail around, bang their heads, scream. How do you deal with it? A temper tantrum is a loss of control. Do not treat it as a disciplinary situation (in other words, don’t ever impose disciplinary consequences on a child for having a tantrum). Say your child is having a temper tantrum. Get on the floor with them, and make sure there’s nothing sharp around....
Are you and your kids planning on a nature walk in the near future? During your stroll, take the time to stop and pick up a couple of fallen branches. Why? Because you just might find some magic in those twigs. Simply gather sticks from the ground, paint, brushes and water containers, feathers, leather cording, beads, glue, and a magic marker or two. Materials needed: Step One: Ready, set, go and clean your stick by washing away any bits of dirt or moss....
Here are some tips for a successful discussion. Both you and the teacher have time to prepareYou are less like to catch the teacher at a bad momentIt shows respect and gets you started on the right foot
Assessments and Evaluations Dyslexia testing is the first step in identifying strategies for dyslexic students. Schools use evaluations for diagnosis of dyslexia. The dyslexia evaluation process can also provide important information to help teachers in planning the student’s program. Analysis of the student’s responses to test items and their performance on various scales of standardized dyslexia tests can provide important insights into how they learn. How Educators Respond to Test Results Special education teachers and school psychologists can work closely with the dyslexic student to analyze his work and gain immediate feedback and information on the types of reading and writing errors the student makes....
You can heighten your child’s motivation to use these words by telling her that each phrase has a secret power. Toddlers want to feel powerful. So let your child know that with just one or two words, she can exercise a very special and magic effect on other people—and that these magic words give her the power even to influence grown-ups. All of them, when spoken by a toddler or preschooler, tend to make adults smile....
“Right now, one important thing that we can do for older adults is to encourage and help them to sign up for patient portal access, if their provider offers one, especially if it will be used as part of the COVID-19 vaccination process,” said poll director Preeti Malani, MD, an infectious disease physician at University of Michigan Medicine. She said the portals also are an easy and organized way for patients to keep up with medical records....
If you find that she is indeed pregnant, she has three options: she can have the baby and keep it; she can have the baby and arrange for an adoption; or she can have an abortion. Provide her with the information she will need to explore her options: If she wants to keep the baby, what kind of day-care programs are offered in the community? What will her financial situation be like?...
Consider whether you’d like to read the book to your child or have them practice reading it to you, and look for characters that will spark your child’s interest. We carefully considered material, reading levels, age appropriateness, value, and book type when reviewing products. Here are the best children’s books about fathers. Price at time of publication: $5 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $4 Price at time of publication: $9 Price at time of publication: $20 Price at time of publication: $8 Price at time of publication: $30 Price at time of publication: $5...
In order to select the best video game consoles for kids, we researched and analyzed dozens of gaming systems on the market. We also relied on our personal experience with the consoles and sought expert insights from Margaret Moser, game designer and assistant professor of the practice of cinematic arts at the University of Southern California, and Anthony Bean, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist with video game expertise. Here are the best video game systems for kids....
Nintendo released a special Nintendo Switch bundle for Cyber Week and the holiday season, and it offers you a lot of entertainment at an epic value. The bundle costs $300, and it includes the Nintendo Switch, a digital version of “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe,” and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership. RELATED: Santa’s Cheat Sheet: Shop the Best Toy Deals This Cyber Week To buy: Nintendo Switch System Bundle, $300 (normally $400); walmart....
If you are considering an electric toothbrush, wait until your child is at least 3 years old. They’ll be able to handle the brush well on their own—and it’s a tool that will make brushing more fun. But just because their toothbrush is electric doesn’t mean grownups’ job is done, Erin Issac, DMD, Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, warns Verywell Family....
Because these devices can be advanced, it can be hard to shop for the best fit for your family. We spoke with Winston Nguyen, VR developer and founder of VR Heaven, and Dr. Zishan Khan, MD, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with Mindpath Health, to learn about what you need to know before you hit “add to cart” on a VR headset for your kids. When picking the top products for our list, we read reviews and considered features, parental controls, ease of use, and device compatibility....
But of course, most teens break curfew at least a time or two. The way you respond to your teen coming home late makes a big difference in how often it happens. If your child comes home late, don’t waste your energy yelling. And skip the long lecture about how worried you were or how something horrible could have happened. Instead, create consequences that teach your teen life lessons. Here are the most effective ways to respond when your teen breaks curfew: Temporarily Reduce Curfew Time If your teen arrives home 20 minutes late, make curfew 20 minutes earlier for a week....
Congratulations! You’ve made it through the travel and prep work and cleanup of Thanksgiving. You’ve survived kicking off the holiday season with your family. Now it’s time to focus on procuring a few special treats for YOU! Cyber Monday has some fantastic deals this year that can make your life easier - whether it’s through relaxation, organization, or giving you the opportunity to learn and grow. More: The Best Black Friday Deals for Mama and Baby Here are a few Cyber Monday deals for mamas to be on the lookout for:...
