Note: I originally wrote this for another blog. However, it is important part of my story. Dysgraphia is related to dyslexia. Dysgraphia affects fine motor skills and ability to write legibly. Like dyslexia it is often misunderstood. Many times a child with dyslexia may do very well in school except for writing legibly therefore it … Continue reading Dysgraphia Explained
Top 10: Technology
I'm taking an instructional technology class this semester so I've been thinking about techy stuff this week. Oh, the Big Guy is taking the same class so things are more nerdy around our house than usual. In the process I begin thinking of my favorite practical applications of technology. #10: Cruise Control - This may … Continue reading Top 10: Technology
Rest
I took this shot of the Big Guy or rather his feet. The Big Guy was relaxing after a long day of traveling. As I was editing the picture I remembered a book I discovered during college. The book is Principles of Spiritual Growth by Miles Stanford. One of the principles that was a rather … Continue reading Rest
Fostering Creativity in Children
Originally posted on HomeschoolBenefits.org. Children are naturally inquisitive, imaginative, and creative. Young children have no difficulty being creative. For example a young child has no problem drawing a purple horse, blue sun or pretending that a towel is a cape that gives them super powers. Unfortunately as children grow older many loose this sense of … Continue reading Fostering Creativity in Children
Myth Busters: Learning Disabilities Edition
I am constantly confronted by common myths and misunderstanding concerning learning disabilities. Today I would like to tackle a few of them. Unfortunately, unlike the Myth Busters show I do not get to use cool explosions.Myth: Learning disabilities are just an excuse for poor schools or laziness, they did not exist when I was in … Continue reading Myth Busters: Learning Disabilities Edition
Fortress
Built between 1672-1695, the Castillo de San Marcos is still an imposing structure. It was built by the Spanish to protect the town of San Augustine. It was constructed from coquina and built in a star shape. Despite numerous assaults and the town changing hands the fortress was never conquered. One purpose of the fort … Continue reading Fortress
How I Stay Focused
It can be a challenge for me to stay focused at times. I have ADHD and often find it a struggle to focus on just one thing. For me to able to actually focus I must first keep still enough to let my brain think. This means I may fidget or doodle. This sometimes causes … Continue reading How I Stay Focused
