Good Morning! Since my daughter's been in her summer classes, I have noticed an increase in the speaking department! I was told at this point do not correct her, she needs to feel comfortable speaking FIRST! This has been music to my ears, I have also been helping her to say "Can you help me"? Instead of I forget.  This is going very well for her, I just wish we had more time, 1 month is not long enough.  I am hoping this will carry over into the school year! Mom on a Mission, how are you doing? P.S. I LOVE your user name!!

I love hearing about these power stories about our kids! So inspiring! If I am ever having a bad day, I look at all the good I am doing for my child, and it makes it ALL worthwhile!  My goal for my child is to have her feel comfortable with herself and just have the conversation flow for her. We played a pretend game yesterday, and she designated who was going to be what, she was the "Mom" and I was the "Cat"! She had a blast and it was a good learning tool for her.

I wanted to share a piece of news, both personal AND educational..... My daughter performed a few weeks back, in front of her peers and parents! I'm sure other bloggers out there know this is HUGE! What a confidence builder AND she had FUN! So proud of her! If you're looking into additional help for your child, try your local university.  They may offer additional summer classes, with specialists! As always, be persistent! I don't think the word NO, is in our vocabulary! :)

Good Morning! I wanted to share a piece of good news! My daughter is getting some additional help over the summer! I just kept calling and calling, keeping her name fresh with them and it worked out for the best! Also, in talking with some friends, a few more doors were opened, and I got a little more information.  What really stands out for me, is that I found out the more I speak out about it, the more information comes my way.  Hmmmmmm, food for thought! I am soo thankful for ANY information, because I will take it and run with it! :) Keep that information coming!!!!! Have a great day everyone!

Be persistent! Trust me, it COUNTS!

Update on my child's oral report, she got 100%!!! I was a little worried, especially on the oral part, but she had been practicing and was very confident.  I had her read her oral part off of index cards.  That seemed to really help her, it allowed her to focus on a small part and it was not overwelming! Congrats to her!

Any tips out there, for an 8 yr old child who has to give an oral report? I know it's still nerve racking for ME, I don't think I can give her the pep talk on"Just picture them all naked"! Yeah she might get in trouble!