Strategies for Organization and An Interesting Ted Talk

If you have time, check out this Ted Talk.  It was given by student Stephen Tonti from Carnegie Mellon University.  He has ADHD and speaks candidly about his experiences.  Whether you have a child with ADHD not, his message is important, and worth the time.

We found this brief article by Lexi Walters Wright here.  some of the text is copied below, in order  to share 10 strategies to help your child with organization.  If you would like to read the full text, you can find it here.

1. Break Tasks into Chunks
2.  Make Checklists and To-Do Lists
3.  Teach Calendar and Time Management Skills: 
4.  Establish Daily Routines
5.  Introduce Idea Organizers
6.  Use Color Coding
7. Create Fun Memory Aids
8.  Create an Organized Work Space
9.  Do Regular Backpack Checks
10. Help Your Child Think Ahead

Finally, remember to set your DVR for Thursday 12/1 at 5:10 and 6:10.  Fourth graders will be featured during Danielle Niles' forecast on WBZ!