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“Ear” words are words in which every sound can be heard, making them easy for a child to sound out. Examples include cat, top, dog, and mop.
80 percent of children identified with special needs will have reading deficits. If these deficits are not addressed early, the child may never learn to read. Without the proper interventions, many children engage in truancy or aggressive behaviors later. Adults with poor reading skills are more likely to be unemployed or employed in menial, poorly paying jobs.
Start by showing large and small candy bars, or some other desirable object. Discuss the concept of more or less at length to make sure the children understand it. When teaching the symbols for more or less, ask the children to identify which of two numbers is more. Write that number first. Write the lesser number next. Now make two dots next to the larger number and one dot next to the smaller number. Connect the dots and you’ll have the sign for less or more.
A variety of fiction and non-fiction books covering many topics and at many reading levels will best meet the needs and interests of a group of students. A well-stocked classroom library has around 1,500 books, organized by topic or grade level in an easy-to-use format.
A word clump describes a portion of a word that can make other common words. For example, the ending of the word bad is also found in the words mad, sad, had, and Dad. Teaching emerging readers to recognize word clumps can increase their confidence and help them learn new words more quickly.
Many children with short-term memory deficits become discouraged when learning rote skills. Using a calculator or a times table chart will allow them to be successful at arithmetic tasks.
A child who shows no communicative intent will not benefit from augmentative communication devices because these devices do not teach communication skills. Rather, they allow a child with limited expressive language to communicate.
Many children need to physically manipulate fractions to gain a concrete understanding of them. Use worksheets or examples on the Smart Board only after the children have had ample time to explore fractions.
Environmental print refers to words and signage children regularly see in their environment. Pointing out environmental print introduces them to the concepts of letters and print.
Many state government agencies can serve as a funding source for assistive technology. Other avenues to try include Medicare and Medicaid, transition programs, or early intervention programs. Some companies offer used equipment or leased equipment at more affordable prices.
An FM sound system amplifies the teacher’s voice, making it easier to hear and understand for all children, including those with hearing loss. An FM sound system also reduces strain on the teacher’s voice.
Writing the instructions on the board or using visuals will help Casey understand them. Other options might include placing him at the front of the class or asking him to read your lips. Play quiet music or run a fan during work time, or allow Casey to wear headphones.
Children can learn empathy and the ability to read social cues as they learn to respond appropriately to an animal’s behavior. Animals also have a calming effect on humans, and children who have experienced trauma will often share feelings with an animal that they wouldn’t discuss with a human.
Occupational therapists prefer to teach uppercase letters to young children first because the letters are all the same size and have simple strokes.
By placing Brandon at the front of the class, he can see the board more clearly. Mrs. Williams might use handouts instead of asking the students to copy work from the board.
Offering a hands-on demonstration, followed by practice at the sink, is the best strategy for teaching children this skill. Many teachers use Boardmaker or other communication tools to make a visual reminder of the steps of hand washing. Be very clear in directions. For example, you might say, “Turn on water, 1 squirt of soap, rub hands, rinse hands, dry with 1 paper towel, towel in trash can.”
Playful games that manipulate sounds, such as the “rubber band game,” are examples of phonemic awareness training.
Providing shapes made from plastic or laminated construction paper will allow Camille to better understand the concept of shapes.
Children who don’t process auditory information often benefit from visuals or written directions given in conjunction with the auditory input.
Choral reading decreases feelings of self-consciousness and fear of failure, while still allowing the teacher to assess knowledge and fluidity.
By approaching reading tasks playfully, avoiding making comparisons, and praising Duncan for his efforts, Mrs. Christensen will encourage Duncan to keep trying. Focus on strengths, rather than weaknesses, and use activities, games, and concepts that interest the child. Focus on learning, having fun, and giving best effort.
Writing lines on a paper to indicate words and spaces may help Duncan learn to differentiate between words. Ask him to point to each word as he is reading or use a pointer during group exercises. Demonstrate print concepts, such as print runs from left to right and top to bottom.
Role-playing social situations is an excellent way to help children learn social cues and conventions. Talk about reading facial cues and body language, and discuss appropriate reactions to common social situations.
Using physical objects such as counters is often the best way to help children with conceptual or visual deficits to internalize and remember math concepts.
Setting clear expectations for quality of work and checking the work before allowing Aaron to move on will train him to slow down and do his best.
