| Thank you to all of our professional educators | | | | and the other children know that he stands out, |
| who dedicate themselves to our children! We | | | | and if the teacher belittles the child, then the rest |
| know how difficult it can be working with ADHD | | | | of the children will see that as permission from |
| children, so here are your teacher tips for the | | | | the teacher to belittle the child as well. |
| week, brought to you by the ADHD Information | | | | |
| Library and This is a sampling of over 500 | | | | Give him a break once in a while. Know the |
| classroom interventions for your use at | | | | difference between big things and little things, and |
| | | | don't confront him on each little thing. It is hard |
| Here are some tips on Increasing Compliance in | | | | for these children to control themselves all of the |
| the Classroom: | | | | time. |
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| Listen to the child. They want to be heard too. | | | | Be alert to how much movement they may need. |
| Provide a safe environment for the child. Make | | | | Allow for some extra trips to the restroom, or to |
| sure the child knows you are his friend and you | | | | run some errands. You may want to allow him to |
| are there to help him. Treat him with respect. | | | | run around in a designated spot in the play yard. |
| Never belittle him in front of his peers. Both he | | | | |