Once again Y3K Tutor In Your Home has donated to a great cause. This time it is to the Mason Rice Elementary School of Newton, MA PTO Silent Auction. When on their BiddingForGood auction page, make sure to look for our generous tutoring donation up for grabs. Hopefully together we can help the children of the Mason Rice Elementary School of Newton, MA and the Newton, MA community as a whole.
Archives for February 2011
ADHD & ADD Tutoring / Homework Routines
People with ADHD and ADD find it helpful to create routines so jobs will be accomplished. Try doing regular tasks (i.e. homework) the same time everyday.
ADHD & ADD Tutoring / Organization Trick
For ADHD and ADD students, organization is key. Keep similar items together.
ADHD Tutoring Breaks
ADHD kids should take short breaks to recharge their batteries. Sometimes a scheduled break after small accomplishments helps get work done.
ADHD & ADD Reminders
People with ADHD and ADD are often helped by posting notes in strategic locations reminding them of tasks needed to be done.
ADHD & ADD Tutoring / Homework Tip
Working in a quiet, non-distracting area can be very beneficial to ADHD and ADD students. Most kids’ rooms usually have a lot of distractions (toys, games, posters, books, magazines, etc.).
ADHD / ADD Tutor & Homework Tip
ADHD and ADD students can benefit from a “To Do List”. Make the list with a specific order and prioritize your time.
Directions Trick For Those With ADHD or ADD
ADHD and ADD students should write down notes when directions are given. Another option is to use a digital recorder and play back later.
ADD & ADHD Tip – Self Advocate
ADD and ADHD students should learn to advocate for themselves by asking for directions to be repeated. Sometimes they lose focus, feel embarrassed and guess. Then they end up either not completing an assignment or putting a lot of work into an assignment that was done incorrectly. Have your student ask for directions to be repeated as many times as it takes for them to clearly understand and complete the task.