ATTENTION AND ORGANIZATION
Some children, especially those with Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD), and with Intellectual Development Disorder (IDD), may experience difficulties with attention, impulsivity, hyperactivity and organization.
These difficulties can have a significant impact on their ability to concentrate and effectively manage daily tasks and activities.
Sustained and selective attention
Difficulty maintaining concentration on a task for long periods and filtering out distractions.
Hyperactivity
High levels of physical activity and difficulty staying calm and quiet.
Impulsivity
Have difficulty controlling their impulses and act without thinking, which can lead them to interrupt others or make hasty decisions.
Task and time organization
Difficulty organizing, planning and managing time effectively.
Visual reminders
Post clear, structured instructions, des reminders or schedules to help children focus on the tasks at hand.
Break tasks down into steps
Break down complex tasks into smaller steps and provide clear instructions for each step to’help children focus and manage their attention better.
Visual and tactile aids
Use visual tools such as markers, highlighters or charts to help children follow their progress and focus on key information.
Quiet work areas
Set up quiet work areas in the classroom where children can concentrate without excessive distractions. This can be achieved by using dividers or corners dedicated to individual study.
Attention management techniques
Implement attention management strategies, such as sound or visual signals to attract children’s attention, regular breaks to allow relaxation and sensory regulation, and concentration techniques such as deep breathing or visual focusing.
Environmental design
Adapt the classroom environment by reducing visual or acoustic distractions, providing space for movement, using adapted chairs or cushions to encourage concentration.
Activité physique régulière
Prévoir des moments d’activité physique ou des pauses actives pour permettre aux enfants de dépenser leur énergie et de favoriser une meilleure concentration en classe
Routines and rituals
Establishing clear, predictable routines can help reduce restlessness and impulsivity by providing children with a structured, secure framework.
Sensory regulation strategies
Incorporate sensory regulation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises or relaxation time, to help children calm down and refocus when they are agitated or impulsive.
Visual tools
Use agendas, weekly schedules or visual to-do lists to help the children to better organize themselves and plan their activities.
Brief instructions
Provide clear, step by step instructions for the tasks to be accomplished, avoiding superfluous information that could distract or overwhelm children.
Organization tools
Introduce physical or digital organization tools, such as time management apps or calendars, to help kids keep track of homework, projects and deadlines.
- ATTENTION
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Visual reminders
Post clear, structured instructions, des reminders or schedules to help children focus on the tasks at hand.
Break tasks down into steps
Break down complex tasks into smaller steps and provide clear instructions for each step to’help children focus and manage their attention better.
Visual and tactile aids
Use visual tools such as markers, highlighters or charts to help children follow their progress and focus on key information.
Quiet work areas
Set up quiet work areas in the classroom where children can concentrate without excessive distractions. This can be achieved by using dividers or corners dedicated to individual study.
Attention management techniques
Implement attention management strategies, such as sound or visual signals to attract children’s attention, regular breaks to allow relaxation and sensory regulation, and concentration techniques such as deep breathing or visual focusing.
Environmental design
Adapt the classroom environment by reducing visual or acoustic distractions, providing space for movement, using adapted chairs or cushions to encourage concentration.
- HYPERACTIVITY AND IMPULSIVENESS
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Activité physique régulière
Prévoir des moments d’activité physique ou des pauses actives pour permettre aux enfants de dépenser leur énergie et de favoriser une meilleure concentration en classe
Routines and rituals
Establishing clear, predictable routines can help reduce restlessness and impulsivity by providing children with a structured, secure framework.
Sensory regulation strategies
Incorporate sensory regulation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises or relaxation time, to help children calm down and refocus when they are agitated or impulsive.
- TASKS AND TIME MANAGEMENT
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Visual tools
Use agendas, weekly schedules or visual to-do lists to help the children to better organize themselves and plan their activities.
Brief instructions
Provide clear, step by step instructions for the tasks to be accomplished, avoiding superfluous information that could distract or overwhelm children.
Organization tools
Introduce physical or digital organization tools, such as time management apps or calendars, to help kids keep track of homework, projects and deadlines.