Use them sparingly -- when you are "at your wits end" -- and you
will find they work for you too. ADDers respond well to strategies that seem
"different" and "interesting".
If you overuse say, the WikkiStix, they will loose their appeal. Good Luck!!!
Click on the link to read a more detailed description of the strategy.
AlphaSmart Pro
This is a portable keyboard students use at their desks. Later, the typing
can be uploaded to a "real" computer, edited, formatted, pictures
added and printed. Not very expensive. Link to the company provided.
Spelling
Reference Book A book of commonly misspelled words used to enhance
spelling and written language skills. You'll need to order one that goes
with your reading series -- create your own.
I have one you may download for
WikkiStix Technique
A wax like string - used to enhance memory skills, fine motor and handwriting
skills. Buy at your favorite teacher or craft store. Better than pipe
cleaners!!!
Using A Timer Hints
and cautions about using a timer. Homework hints.
Read Aloud &
Stamp It A way to keep track of oral reading skills.
TaskMinder tape
A slick way to keep students working without teacher
intervention. The tape helps students monitor their work habits. Great for
homework. NO LONGER AVAILABLE from ADDchoices.
Sandpaper Technique
A kinesthetic way to heighten memory skills. Great for studying spelling
words, math facts and other short items to be memorized. Easy to use at home.
Sign Language A
"new" modality to practice spelling words with. Link to learn sign
language included.
Clay Similar
technique to WikkiStix but with an additional 3 dimensional component to help
students memorize letter sounds. Takes a lot of time but students internalize
learning well with clay as a part of learning.
Using A Stop Watch
Various ways to use a Stop Watch in the classroom and at home.
Post It Notes
A few ways to use these to ease stress with students.
Book Holder
Put the book at the proper angle for reading with one of these. Buy at your
local bookstore.
Stand Up Desk
Help students stay on task and work without danger of falling out of the
chair!
Visual Phonics A
commercial program incorporating modified sign language signs to help teach
phonics visually. Great for students having trouble with sound/symbol
relationships.
Hat Trick A
"cool" way to keep track of who gets to read (or do another task)
next. Also a way for teachers to gain uninterrupted time.
Fist in the Air
A way to get the reluctant participant to take part in classroom discussions
without fear.
Head Phones
Put them on and see what happens!
Read With Ease
A set of 5 different colored "read through" markers to ease eye
strain and glare.
