Strategies for Parents

Quick tips for parents of students with Special Needs

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Helping in school
Graduating from high school Personal situations Coping with a disability

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How can I help?

Accommodate at home Organization Critical Thinking Emotional Support

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Accommodate
Allow for breaks during homework Allow them to listen to music, let them have visual displays on the wall Computer for written assignments

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 Model list making and task prioritization Set aside a time during the week to organize; schoolwork, workspace Give them tasks that require organizing; groceries
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Organization

 Play games that engage them in thinking and strategies Talk about current events and multiple ideas in the car or during dinner Encourage reading and writing

Critical Thinking

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Emotional support
Praise your son/daughter for the positive qualities they show while working Encourage Social-ProblemSolving (with friends, teachers) Encourage activities where they are successful
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 Encourage them to discuss their feelings with you Let them know you like to spend time with them

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Need more help?

Talk with your childs teachers Seek out help
Helpful websites
www.helpguide.o rg www.chadd.org (ADD) www.LDonline.or g (LD)

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References
This information was gathered from the following websites. If you would like to know more please visit these at: www.helpguide.org www.chadd.org (ADD) www.LDonline.org (LD)

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