How we Homeschool with ADHD

I have ADHD and so does my son. We are severely allergic to schedules. 😂 A few things I've learned:

1) Engage the Senses

I find with ADHD kids that pairing things works well to provide enough stimulation. My son hates handwriting, but if he can listen to a podcast at the same time, then he finds it much more enjoyable. Snack time is another great time to link an activity. Make yummy snacks and read poetry or do math puzzles. ❤️ And make sure to keep those hands busy during reading time!

2) Routine/Habit Linking

It's much better than a strict schedule for us. I bring a book basket to breakfast and we read while eating in the morning. He does copy-work while I'm making lunch.

3) Child-led

Follow topics they are interested in and make skills-practice directly based off that topic. For example, we learn about science and then write down an awesome fact or quote for our copy-work.

4) Active Learning

For my child's ADHD it's all about being active and avoiding worksheets like the plague. I do a lot more learning through conversation, movement-based math, and so on. Shout out to @discoverwildlearning for her great math curriculum. Audiobooks are good for getting reading time in while on the go.

5) Nature-Based

Being outdoors is really helpful for kids with ADHD. Fresh air, sunlight, and physical activity are very regulating to our attention. Whether it's more an open-ended experience of nature or a more directed study of the flora and fauna around you, both can be a win-win for homeschooling with ADHD.

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