Category: Special Needs

What is Twice-Exceptional (2e)? Twice-exceptional (or 2e) Learners exhibit talent and/or natural ability in some areas while also being challenged in other areas with learning differences. National Association for Gifted Children Gifted. Gifted and Talented. Learning differences. Specific Learning Disorders. Learning Disabilities. Exceptional. Twice-exceptional. Overwhelmed and labeled out yet?...

A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles. Christopher Reeve (Superman) In March, we honor many different occasions here at It’s Only Homeschooling. Dr. Seuss’s Birthday/National Read Across America Day (March 2), Music Therapy Month, Super Mario Day...

In Part 1 of IOH’s “Living with Labels” series, we faced our fears of stigma head-on and shared how faith is our most powerful ally. In Part 2, we walked you through the steps involved in obtaining an evaluation and included a little-known tip for helping families in need...

In Part 1 of IOH’s “Living with Labels” series, we faced our fears of stigma head-on and shared how faith is our most powerful ally. Today, in Part 2, we will walk you through the steps involved in obtaining an evaluation and include a little-known tip for helping families...

HOME | DCD Kids | Raising awareness of Developmental Coordination Disorder Lost in the Wilderness Do you remember the early days of suspecting your child may have learning challenges? I do. Long before any ideas of homeschooling entered my mind, I watched my child struggle to meet developmental milestones....

DCD or Dyspraxia, what's the difference? Dyspraxia, while a commonly accepted descriptor used by laypersons and members of the community for many years to describe motor control difficulties, is NOT an official diagnosis. Dyspraxia is more of an "umbrella term" used to describe developmental difficulties with motor skills,...