Many people are unaware of what (APD) Auditory Processing Disorder in adults looks like. APD is not just about hearing problems; it’s about how the brain interprets...
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Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder in Children & 5 Fun Activities to Improve It
Are you concerned about how auditory processing disorder in children will impact your student? If so, you are in the right place. Does your child struggle to follow directions?...
(APD) Auditory Processing Disorder—Easily Explained!
Special Education Teacher, All Things SPED, Learning
Auditory Processing Disorder, often called APD or central auditory processing disorder, can be a confusing and frustrating experience for many people who have it. But what...
Writing Difficulties in Children Are Often the Result of Motor Dysgraphia
Is your child or student having writing difficulties? Although poor handwriting isn’t a sure sign of dysgraphia, messy handwriting is a common sign of motor dysgraphia. ...
Help for Students Who Have Phonological Dysgraphia
A specific learning disability, dysgraphia, known as written expression disorder, is a common learning disability. It causes unexpected difficulty with spelling and writing...
Understanding Common Types of Learning Disabilities
Ever wonder how it feels to live with one or more common types of learning disabilities? Think about a movie where the main character's world suddenly turns blurry and distorted....
Number Dyslexia, Is There Such A Thing?
Dyscalculia, All Things SPED, Learning
So, Is Number Dyslexia A Thing? To get straight to the point, the answer is no. There is no such thing as number dyslexia. But we can’t stop there. Using the term “number...
10 Best Learning Disability Quotes by Famous African Americans
Learning disability quotes have the power to encourage, motivate and inspire people to action. It is an easy way to remind yourself, your students, or your children that they...
In Korey Wise’s Shoes: Why Parents of Kids With Learning Disabilities Need To Be Concerned
By now you have heard about Korey Wise of When They See Us. You may have even seen it or like millions, you keep telling yourself that you can’t bring yourself to watch it. If the latter is you, let me say this, YOU CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO WATCH IT.
6 Easy Tips – College Planning for Students with Disabilities
College Planning + Students with Disabilities! It’s that time of year again! Students in general and students with learning disabilities specifically are gearing up to start...
8 Easy Ways to Celebrate Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
Teacher Inspiration, All Things SPED, Learning
October, Disabilities Awareness Month On October 11, 1985, our then President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5385 making the month National Learning Disabilities Awareness...
Gearing Up for Back 2 School for Students with Learning Disabilities
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! It's back 2 school for all students including those with learning disabilities. The first day of school is just around the corner for many students...