Saturday, 17 August 2013

Weekened reading and viewing: 17th - 18th August 2013



Don't limit me!
Megan Bomgaars, published 30th July 2013




Down syndrome: where we are now
Kelle Hampton, Enjoying the Small Things, 14th August 2013
Brett and I have noticed over the past three years that there are great peaks in her development that will last for a few weeks where there are so many new discoveries, new words, new tasks, but that there are also plateaus where she needs time to chew on what she's learned and chill out for a while. Brains need breaks, I get it. 

Paul Sawka, Paul's Blog, 12th August 2013
I took a vacation to get some rest and to recharge. I also wanted to experience some new things. I had never taken a cruise before and it had been my dream for many years. I saved my money and that’s what we did.

A Parent’s Response to “On Being Tender”, 2013
(US) National Down Syndrome Congress, 15th August, 2013
... We parented her just as we did our other three children but those important advances were pivotal for her life as someone with a disability. There was and still is more specialized intervention and enrichment for her needs as her journey continues ... There is a link to the original article at the foot of the page.

Inside an Accessible Dance Session
Sydney Creative Movement, 16th August 2013
Sydney Creative Movement is currently working with Catholic Care on an Accessible Dance project, with a group of young adults with intellectual disabilities. Our tutor Jodie is heading up the project, working with the group to create a performance for their family and friends at the end of the year. I went and had a sneak peak at their rehearsal this week to see how they were getting on…
Victoria Birch, Essential Kids, 16th August 2013
We may want our kids to grow up in an inclusive society. We may want them to view people who experience disability as potential friends, work colleagues and lovers. But how do we broach the issue without singling people out as ‘other’?

Students with disability must remain a key focus of national education reform
Stephanie Gotlib, No Fibs - Citizen Journalism, August 11, 2013
... Following the passing of the Australian Education Act 2013, a new funding model will be rolled out in participating states at the beginning of the 2014 school year, with a core amount per student, and additional funding loadings for disadvantaged students. ... Let’s get this reform right for students with disability by using this unique opportunity to create an education system that provides equal opportunity, value and respect to students with disability ... Stephanie Gotlib is the Executive Officer, Children with Disability Australia (CDA), the national peak body representing children and young people with disability.

An alternative way to tie shoes easily
Ross Elementary PTA, 7th August 2013
On the "wish list" of many Kindergarten, 1st grade, and PE teachers are students who know how to tie their shoes! If your little one is having a hard time mastering this skill, here is quick alternative to traditional tying.



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