How to Help Children With ADD Succeed in School
Most children with attention deficit disorder struggle to perform well in school. Their inability to focus makes it difficult for them to retain information in class. Prescribed medication works for some ADD students, but many teachers report that medicated students are often drowsy, nervous and irritable. Other methods exist that can help children with ADD to become successful students. These methods work best when you continuously implement them during class.
Instructions
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Check student's preparation before you begin. ADD students will have difficulties following the lesson if they are not ready when you start teaching. Make sure that their books are on the right page and that school supplies are ready. Have extra supplies handy to give students in need.
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Help students with organization. ADD students find it difficult to maintain focus when clutter and disorganization exists. Show students how to organize their notebooks and check them a few times each week. Help students to keep their desks and book bags neat and clear of clutter. Have the student use a student planner to write down important events and deadlines.
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Praise and encourage your students. Commend students who have well-organized notebooks and clean desks. Praise students who have all of their supplies ready and who maintain focus throughout the lesson. This builds a student's confidence and sets expectations.
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Consult with parents regularly. Parents are an important part of a child's success, so ask them to support you. Encourage parents to keep their children prepared for school. Ask parents to work on organization at home. Schedule a meeting each month with parents and review your student's progress.
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Tips & Warnings
Spending too long on one activity will bore ADD students. Vary activities in your classroom to keep your students' attention.
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