I didn’t expect to embrace homeschooling as the only place to educate them because of a disconnect between what a typical classroom provides and their unique needs. I didn’t expect my oldest to take chapter books to kindergarten. We didn’t expect to have to buy headphones to lessen the overwhelming noise so my child could attend school with his peers at 5. I didn’t expect my child to build towers taller than himself at 1!
Professionals have said our family includes Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Anxiety, Giftedness, Dyslexia and Dysgraphia. Some of my kids have attended a traditional school for a time. We have come to learn that the best environment, and “least restrictive” for them is homeschool. I could spend my time arguing with a school and making sure they support my kids where they need it. I choose to spend my energy taking advantage of every opportunity each day and teaching them myself. We can focus on the exact areas they need, letting each excel at their own pace.
I hope you will stick around and take a look with me. I’d love to hear about your out of the box kids and the challenges you are facing as a family or with school. Send me an email at cynthia @ insideournormal . com I’d love to hear from you!