Managing children with special needs. There seems to be more and more children with a variety of needs. As a teacher I can choose to expect all of the children to be the same and follow instructions the same, this will guarantee frustration and disappointment or I can learn about each child's needs and expect only what the child is truly capable of doing, this will hopefully be rewarding for both the child and the teacher.
How will this be rewarding? Looking at each individual child will help you to learn about the special qualities that child has. The special needs that individual may have, therefore you are able to help the child succeed with what they are capable of doing rather than what the perceived "norm" is for a child.
Tip for the day: We all have individual needs, be patient, and expect only what a child is capable of doing.
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