Category: ADHD

  • Can a student with ADHD who hates to read become a pleasure reader?

    The answer is:  It depends on the kid, the book, and the village that is willing to create one. Luckily I started out as a Math teacher so by the time I rolled around to teaching English and reading, it was a no brainer.  I just laughed when my kids said that they hated reading…

  • How do I help a child with ADHD in Algebra 1?

    How do I help a child with ADHD in Algebra 1? Math and ADHD are 2 words that don’t get along. Expect “acting out” instead. “Leave me alone” and “I don’t need help” reign supreme. What are you going to do? Give them what they want. Give her the ability to be in charge of…