Transitioning to primary school can be hard for any child, as it involves adjusting to a new environment, meeting new people, and learning new routines. However, for children with learning difficulties, the transition can be particularly challenging for several reasons: Increased academic demands: Primary school often involves more structured and formal learning, with an increased…

Good study habits are crucial for academic success because they help children manage their time effectively and enhance their learning capabilities. It also fosters independence and self-discipline. When children learn to take responsibility for their own learning, they are better equipped to succeed academically and in their future careers. However, developing effective study habits can…

Social communication therapy is a type of intervention designed to help individuals improve their social communication skills. It is often used to help individuals with speech and language disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who have difficulty understanding and using social cues and language in social interactions. This intervention helps them understand how to…

  Managing a child’s behavior can be very challenging. Especially during their toddler to pre-teen years. However, there are effective home behavior management systems that can help promote positive behaviour and reduce their problematic behavior. Here are some of the strategies that can be helpful in managing their behavior at home: Establish clear expectations and…

Teaching the English language to children or any other language that is not their mother tongue is not that easy. But it’s more challenging when it comes to children with autism. Children with autism have difficulty expressing themselves and they have a different way of processing information. These may be some of the factors that…

Play is a vital part of every child’s learning development. Through play, children can learn essential skills in various aspects of their lives. It is also a very important part of early intervention. With the use of stimulants or toys, even children in their infancy can benefit a lot from playing. Here are some of…

Children are quickest to pick up knowledge and skills when they are young. The moment they are born, they are already taking in a lot more information than we realize. This information evolves as they grow up and greatly affects their holistic development.  Here are some interesting facts about cognitive development in children. They learn…

A child’s learning disability may affect their emotional health as much as their academic performance. Learning disabilities risk children developing low self-esteem and fear of failure and build anxiety in them as they work to master subjects that may be challenging. Aside from their learning issues, they may experience frustrations, sadness, and anxiety. To support…

Handwriting is more than just putting pen to paper. It involves fine motor and visual motor skills. While some children struggle with handwriting, it doesn’t have to be a challenge. Here are some multisensory techniques that can help your child improve their handwriting. Use dark-ruled and “bumpy” paper. Use paper with wide and bold lines…

Classroom management is different for children with special needs and teachers require a different approach to the usual classroom setting. Here are some strategies to create an inclusive and personalized environment based on their needs. Arrange Desks Strategically in the Classroom Special needs children, especially those with ADHD are easily distracted. Set their desks away…