To Understand Directions, I Can...

1.  Say what I hear...use sequence words (first, second, next, last)

2.  Ask the teacher to break the direction into steps

"Tell me the first two parts."

3.  Ask the teacher to repeat the directions more slowly

4.  Use body language to act out the directions

5.  Get a picture in my mind of what it would look like to follow the directions

6.  Use self-talk. Repeat the directions quietly to myself while I do each part. Count out the steps.

7.  Ask for a demonstration

"Show me what you mean."

8.  Watch my classmates

9.  Ask questions about words I don't understand

Make schoolwork a priority in your home.  The parent and teacher working as a team will lead to greater success in school for your child.