Home schooling is the best option for disabled toddlers, who otherwise feel out of place in a public school environment. Remaining at home and studying under the guidance of their parents is more suitable to them because they are usually unable to follow the routine and schedule of a public school which is mainly designed for physically able children. Moreover, disabled kids face of the danger of developing inferiority complex and negative mentality by being constantly looked down by their more able peers.
However, the schedule and routine of learning for disable kids at home need not be any different from that of able children, though there could be some variations according to the nature of disability and personality of the kids. They too need fixed hours of study and a target per day or weak, and made sure that this routine is followed consistently. The learning schedule should be structured in such a way that it suits the kid’s disability, mood swings and interest so that s/he feels comfortable. Training the kids to use a computer and online home schooling sites is best suitable for kids who are confined to home.
Out doors activities such as visit to places of academic interest, field trips and so on are important for disable home schooling kids too. They also need to be enrolled in support groups and societies of similar interests. This will enable the kids to mingle with their peers and also elders and develop social skills. The kids need to be given their own time and pace to develop new friendship. They need to find a comfortable way around to make new friends, which will give a boost to their confidence.
Home schooling needs to be relaxing and productive, for which the parents need to structure the curriculum in tune with the kid’s needs. The method for teaching the disabled kids can be same as that given to able kids. The same methods of variations and opportunities could be used to impart quality and hassle free home education to your disable kid.
Posted on May 1st, 2008 by admin
Filed under: Learning, Play, Toddler, school
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