Navigating the journey of raising children with special needs
When I first set out to homeschool Grasshopper I had no idea some of his learning struggles were a result of dyslexia. There have definitely been periods of trial and error in finding the most effective ways to teach him. For us, adaptations have been key to his learning success.
When I was planning out our homeschool year and what type of curriculum to use I was really drawn to literature based curriculum options. To me, they looked ideal and something that could be enjoyed for so many reasons. Because of Grasshopper’s learning disabilities, one of them being dyslexia, I
Having a dyslexic child means you probably see them struggle each and every day when it comes to their academics. It’s hard for us as a parent to watch them struggle. It’s only natural for us to want to swoop in and save the day. I’m here to tell you
When it comes to a learning disability in your children, all sorts of emotions come to the front of your mind. It’s a pretty sensitive topic. Many parents are so afraid of what answers might come that they’re hesitant to even have their child tested. As a mother who’s been
We love listening to audio books especially in the car. Some people are opposed to the idea of audio books for their children because they want their kids to focus on learning how to read. I understand the argument, but I still love them. I love them because often when