Learning Differences - Obstacles to School Success

Understood.org is a powerful resource full of articles, tips, and supports for children who struggle in school. 

"We all see the world in different ways, and we each have something unique to offer.

But the 1 in 5 people in the United States with learning and thinking differences often get left out or left behind. Their talents go unused because they don’t have the support and resources that they need to give their very best. When that happens, we all lose out.

For people with differences like dyslexia, dyscalculia, and ADHD, life can feel like it’s set up for a normal that doesn’t include them. At Understood, we want everyone to thrive.

We focus on making real, positive impact in the lives of people who learn and think differently by offering tools, support, and community. Because our differences are our greatest strength."

Please click on this link to learn more about learning differences and how adults - parents, teachers, neighbors, community programs - can support struggling learners:

https://www.understood.org/pages/en/learning-thinking-differences Links to an external site.

 

How does it feel to struggle in school? Check out this interactive website to experience firsthand how frustrating it is when your hand won’t write what your brain is telling it to. Or how hard it is to complete a simple task when you have trouble focusing. Use these unique simulations and videos to better understand a child’s world.

https://www.understood.org/en/through-your-childs-eyes Links to an external site.