Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois

On this International Day of Friendship, we’re celebrating our teacher besties!

Whether it's the colleague who shares their lesson plans or the friend down the hall who leaves the much needed coffee on your desk, tag them below to say thanks!

As the ADA begins its 37th year, LDA continues to protect and expand the rights of individuals with learning disabilities. Together, we can create opportunities for success so all learners can thrive.

Subitizing is being able to look at a small set of objects and instantly know how many there are without counting. Parents, you can adapt and use a variety of different objects to play this game with your kids. For example, get round stickers and use them for my flash cards, ten frames or dot cards. The important key to playing this game is for the child to INSTANTLY recognize the quantity without the opportunity to count. Don't let them count! Start small and as they are successful, add bigger amounts.

Math problems got you like? Yeah, it's not just you! Many parents are like, ' Um, what's with all these new math tricks?' But here's the thing: struggling with math can be a family affair... literally! Dyscalculia, a learning disability that affects math skills, can run in families! Have you ever realized you had it after your kid got diagnosed? We'd love to hear your story!

anne sullivan y helen keller, por si no las conocíais, aquí sí que tenéis a dos diosas a las que admirar🤍 feliz semana gente bellaaaa the seed - aurora

The finer things in teacher life. ✨

A new episode of The LDA Podcast is out now! Dr. Douglas Sims is a scientist, entrepreneur, author, and learning disability advocate. Dr. Sims discusses their experience in school with dyslexia and ADHD, and shares how they harnessed their strengths to reach success. Tune in at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1133861/episodes/19418798

Gov. Pritzker signs 'bell-to-bell' school cellphone ban into law On Tuesday, Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that bans cellphones in public schools statewide.