Tip #57 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKInley & Trombly) - Learning Differences
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #57 Learning Differences The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind ~William James If your child continually struggles with school, you may have wondered if perhaps she has a learning disability. You may have heard one of the many acronyms for the various differences or disabilities, such as ADD (attention deficit disorder), EI (emotionally impaired), or LD (learning disabled). Before you assume the worst, step back and consider not only how much your child is struggling but also what you have done to help her. Would a tutor after school help her? How about an older sibling, aunt, or uncle working with her on difficult assignments? Can the teacher find any assistance for her after school or during recess? If you feel you’ve exhausted a...