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Supporting Children with Learning Disabilities
April 9, 2012
Among the things you can give and still keep are your word, a smile, and a grateful heart.
-Zig Ziglar
In her book, The Intentional Teacher, Ann Epstein provides these suggestions for supporting the participation of children with learning disabilities in early childhood activities by providing extra help organizing information and performing tasks:
  • Eliminate or reduce background noise and clutter as much as possible
     
  • Post pictures and word sequences of schedules and routines in prominent places
     
  • Make suggestions that give children clues or choices for next step in an activity
     
  • Have quiet places in the room
     
  • Show children how to use the tools and materials in the classroom
     
  • Keep transitions to a minimum
     




The Intentional Teacher: Choosing the Best Strategies for Young Children's Learning

Educators must act with knowledge and purpose to make sure young children acquire the skills and understanding they need to succeed. Intentional teachers keep in mind the key goals for children's learning and development in all domains by creating supportive environments, planning curriculum, and selecting from a variety of teaching strategies t hat best promote each child's thinking and skills. The Intentional Teacher considers how and when each type of learning (child-guided, adult-guided, or a combination) is most effective, and what teachers can do to support them.

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