Ok, so I know this won't be your typical resource to finding books for children, but I really wanted to share it to help everyone out. As future teachers, we need to be aware that more and more special needs children are being mainstreamed. This means we will have more children who need special attention in our classrooms. This website I came across last semester gives some ideas and tips on how to help children with reading difficulties. It helps teachers understand what students need in order to succeed in reading. Here is the weblink to the website. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/reading.html Explore under every title in the middle, especially the one titled "Responses". Click the read more link. The more you read, the more you will see that there is helpful information on this website. I believe that using this information can only benefit teachers to help children enjoy reading. P.S. There are also activities on the top of the page that will show you what a child with reading difficulties goes through in a classroom on a daily basis.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
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Ok, so I know this won't be your typical resource to finding books for children, but I really wanted to share it to help everyone out. As future teachers, we need to be aware that more and more special needs children are being mainstreamed. This means we will have more children who need special attention in our classrooms. This website I came across last semester gives some ideas and tips on how to help children with reading difficulties. It helps teachers understand what students need in order to succeed in reading. Here is the weblink to the website. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/reading.html Explore under every title in the middle, especially the one titled "Responses". Click the read more link. The more you read, the more you will see that there is helpful information on this website. I believe that using this information can only benefit teachers to help children enjoy reading. P.S. There are also activities on the top of the page that will show you what a child with reading difficulties goes through in a classroom on a daily basis.
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WOW what a great resource. I did a couple of the activities to see what it's like to having a reading disability. Pretty tough. This is SUCH a great tool to use. I am definitely bookmarking this!
ReplyDeleteWow Carly! I really like the activities that allow you to experience first hand what it might feel like to having a reading disability. This itself gives you a powerful insight to help you better understand the frustration that a student with a reading disability might experience. Thanks for sharing!
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I know many of us will comment on your resource because it is fantastic. The activities that help you recognize the difficulties children with attention deficit disorder are very insightful. I am pursuing a dual license in special education, and the website reinforces my decision to help educate children who need additional support. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this site! This site is a great tool for teachers and for future teachers. I liked how I was able to do activities that showed me what having a reading disability is like to a child. With this knowledge, teachers can better prepare for students with reading disabilities.
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