The Brad Papers: Part 1

Here I will share the "accomodations" listed on Brad's IEP:

• Model and expand language and sound development
• Break down activities into incremental steps
• Wait time for processing
• Frequent breaks for movement as needed
• Inflatable seat cushion as needed
• Position pre-writing, drawing activities on a vertical surface
• Adult assistance and cues as needed to encourage independent self help skills as it relates to outerwear, backback, snack, toileting etc.
• Adult monitoring and cueing as needed for use of both hands together in functional activities thoughout the school day
• Monitor use of utensils and classroom tools for hyper-extension

I think Brad's IEP hits the metaphorical bullseye.

A few notes of explanation:

1. Monitoring the use of both hands is to promote bilateral coordination.
   
2. The hyper-extension, also referred to as hyper-flexion, is related to the hypotonia or low musle tone. If a child has low tone in his fingers, the fingers bend way back and present special challenges with respect to handwriting.