Melinda L. Boring, M.A., is a speech/language pathologist and the founder of headsupnow.com, a company that provides information and products for special-needs children.
Melinda Boring
Recent Posts
ADHD Videos
“My Checklist for Teaching Students with ADHD”
One child’s checklist for teaching students (like him)...
Learning Challenges
The Common Problems that Lead to Writer’s Block
Many kids with ADHD find writing assignments torturous. Here's a six-step plan to get the...
Free Downloads
Free Expert Resource for Teachers of Students with ADHD
Never underestimate the power of a teacher who is able to harness routines, structure,...
For Teachers
9 ADHD Strategies Every Teacher Should Know
"If I have something subtle to occupy me — like a small fidget toy — I am neither...
ADHD/LD Schools
How Can I Get Started Homeschooling My Child?
I want to homeschool my daughter. She is a fifth grader, and it breaks my heart to see...
For Teachers
Show and Tell: Defeat Distraction in the Classroom
Teaching students with ADHD is tough, especially if they're prone to distraction. Keep...
Learning Challenges
Do the Math
Math doesn't have to be torture! Kick it up a notch with these fun math games, designed...
For Teachers
Be That Teacher Who Breaks Through
Students with ADHD learn differently. This presents a challenge and an opportunity — for...
Executive Functions
"You Would Forget Your Head..."
If your child forgets to hand in completed homework, do chores, or bring home permission...
Self Esteem
"I'm Just Dumb, Mom"
Children with ADHD are corrected constantly for their impulsivity, hyperactivity, or...