Slow processing speed is a common issue affecting children's ability to process information quickly. Children with slow processing speed may struggle with tasks that require quick thinking, attention to detail, and following directions. It is important for parents and educators to understand the signs of slow processing speed so that they can provide the necessary| A Day in our Shoes
Does your child repeat back words to you, often? Are they repeating words and phrases over and over? Or maybe reciting movie and TV lines? Have you heard of echolalia or scripting? It's a common autistic behavior, though not everyone who does it is autistic. While beliefs and perceptions about autism are changing, there is| A Day in our Shoes
Like it or not, tests are a part of school life. Yep, even for our kids with IEPs and 504s. Whether it’s the weekly spelling test, those dreaded benchmark assessments, or state-mandated standardized testing, it's going to happen. Schools love data—and testing is their favorite way to get it, whether it tells the whole story| A Day in our Shoes
Are you good at sports? Is your child? Have you been told that you just 'aren't good at sports?' I have. In fact, I was in adaptive PE as a kid. I hated sports. Turns out, I really needed some help with my visual motor skills and visual motor integration. Isn’t it amazing how many| A Day in our Shoes