Tag: Down Syndrome
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Learning 3-Digit Numbers with Montessori Cards
We have started working on three-digit numbers using Montessori number cards. This hands-on, colour-coded method is a game-changer for teaching place value. With the hundreds (red), tens (blue) and ones (green) cards, the concept of building big numbers became clear and visual for my child with Down Syndrome. The cards use simple colours to show…
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World Down Syndrome Day- Celebrating Worthiness
When a child with Down syndrome is born, parents are often told it will be a painful and challenging journey. The world around us mostly talks about limitations, struggles, and what a child may not be able to achieve. But life with my child with Down Syndrome is more than that, it’s about love, noticing…
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Teaching Word Families with Movable Letters
This year, we made progress in reading and writing. We are learning the “ock” word family these days —words like rock, sock, and block. These small steps seem easy, but they are big wins for us. In this post, I will talk about teaching my child with Down syndrome to read and write word families.…
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Embracing Acceptance: Beyond Down Syndrome Awareness
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, but what does awareness truly mean?Is it just about sharing facts?Parents like me talking about it for a month?Or is it simply knowing the diagnosis?Is that enough? Awareness isn’t about the facts or a diagnosis. I think awareness is more than just knowing about Down syndrome. Awareness isn’t the…
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How I Taught Sight Words to My 6-Year-Old with Down Syndrome
We started our reading journey with phonics. When my daughter turned 6, I introduced sight words to enhance our reading experience. However, what didn’t work for her might be due to shuffled flashcards, vision issues, or simply she doesn’t enjoy this kind of learning. So, I followed some methods to make learning sight words simple…
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My child doesn’t need to achieve great things or be famous to be valued.
If you have a child with a disability, it’s important for them to participate in various activities that support their development. Encourage them to learn new skills and socialise with others. Keeping them engaged is essential; avoid letting them spend time alone as this can affect their behavior. Regular playdates are beneficial for their growth.…
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Epic Road Trip to Baralacha La Pass (16,000+ ft) – A Homeschooling Family on the Road.
This year, we planned a road trip to Lahaul Spiti, and it turned out adventurous, especially for our daughter V, who had never been at an altitude above 6000 ft. As a homeschooling family, we wanted to experience the slow life and culture of offbeat places like Lahaul and Old Manali in Himachal Pradesh. On…
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Using Reading Books to Understand Big Feelings.
Being a parent to a child with speech issues is hard. At first, it can be overwhelming, but gradually you learn to manage the frustration and start understanding what your child is trying to say. Reading books to V since she was a baby has helped me know her better, make her feel comfortable, and…
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A Hands-On Way to Teach Indian States to My Child with Special Needs
Few years ago, we started using geography puzzles with pegs to improve fine motor skills and then moved to foam puzzles to challenge those tiny finger muscles. At the same time, we were exploring and learning about the continents, countries, and now states of India. For our geography curriculum, I wasn’t quite prepared to introduce…
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How I Teach My Child with Down Syndrome Word Building with Movable Alphabets
Our journey of learning letter sounds started when my child was about 4 or 5. I have been getting many questions on the videos/posts where I shared how we are practicing writing words (CVC). Once your child knows the letter sounds well, using the movable alphabet can help them in building words. I’ve found movable…