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Each child has his or her own learning style — a unique way of taking in and processing information. Most kids – especially ADHD students – use all of their five senses for learning, but often favor one sense over the others.
"Visual learners" prefer reading or observing. "Auditory learners" do best with talking and listening. "Tactile/kinesthetic learners" benefit most from a hands-on approach.
Tune into how your attention deficit child learns best to creatively help her succeed in school.
If your child is a visual learner
- Have her type up class notes or homework in typefaces of varying style, color, and size.
- Use flash cards, drawings, and diagrams to help him study for a test.
- Ask the teacher to provide homework assignments in writing. At home, make a written list of instructions, schedules, and routines.
- Introduce Scrabble, crossword puzzles, anagrams, and other word games.
Next: If your child is an auditory learner...
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