2. Early understanding about
ability and disability
Young children are curious, teach
them how to get information
Give them accurate information
They can appreciate the difficulties
Teach the special needs child how to
answer questions from the curious
3. To teach with a special
needs child…
Be thoughtful about the words you use
Assess how well you are meeting their
unique needs
Support all children
Give “good” language
Don’t confuse cultural differences with
disabilities
Introduce various types of disabilities
4. Cont…
Provide time to explore adaptive
equipment
Help all children learn something from
everyone
Plan cooperative play
Teach kids to be allies and to support
