right brain thinking
Episode 3 of Living life as a Visual Thinker is inspired by my personal mission to change the lives of visual thinkers. I want to share with you why I do what I do and I want to invite you to join my mission to impact education for visual learners.Stop Throwing Up On Your Kids
Have you ever felt overwhelmed and beaten up by a barrage of words coming at you, like you are literally being buried alive in words? Our kids feel like this – a lot.
Podcast: Does the ADD Label Fit Your Child?
ADD, Attention Deficit Disorder, is used to describe kids who can’t sit still, focus or follow directions, are easily distracted, seem bored and cannot get or stay organized. The good news is – for the majority, none of this is about a deficit – or a disorder.
Are Those Artsy, Visual, ADD Kids Driving You Crazy?
You know who I’m talking about. It’s those kids that can’t seem to sit still. They can’t quiet themselves. There’s always a bit of chaos around them.
Imagine This
When a visual learner goes to school, it’s like a computer programmer suddenly being told that he has to be a public speaker. That’s why it’s so important to give them a creative outlet to allow them to think the way they are most comfortable.
Creating Order for Curious Minds
If you have a visual learner, when they’re at home you see this child who is bright, dynamic, exciting. When they get into the classroom and they start school, you might start to notice some areas where they’re struggling or there are some challenges. What can you do to help?
Is My Child ADD or a Visual Learner?
I have good news, in many cases, a recommendation of ADD testing is not about a deficit or disorder at all. Visual learners and children with ADD share many characteristics.
Get Ready for School
Going back to school is such an exciting time. Like it or not, it symbolizes the end of summer and serves as a reminder that the kids are getting older and growing up. I have found a few great ideas for making the transition back to school just a little easier for both you and the kids.
Video: How to Take the Nerves Out of Back to School
Going back to school can be a source of anxiousness for both you and your visual learner. I have 3 ways for you to help your child have a smooth transition back into a new classroom and new teacher and ease the tension you are both feeling.
Podcast: Is It Really Adult ADD?
You may have gone your whole life wondering “what is wrong with me?” You have a hard time focusing and feel distracted by all the things that are going on in your mind.
