Dyspraxia & DCD (Developmental Coordination Disorder)
A student with dyspraxia or DCD is not being careless when they trip, drop things, or struggle with buttons; their brain and body are not communicating the usual way. This resource helps you recognize coordination difficulties and support movement, self-care tasks, and pacing without adding stress.
What's Inside
- 12 pages of Sign / Support / Impact tables: coordination difficulties, sensory overload, and awkward movement patterns
- Dignity-preserving supports: pencil grips, weighted utensils, and discreet signals for needing more time
- Accepting the need for extra time: language that protects self-esteem
- Classroom and home strategies: that reduce frustration for the student and adults
How It Helps You
- Reframes coordination struggles so students are not seen as careless
- Offers simple, practical supports
- Protects self-esteem while meeting real needs
Ways to Use It
Use it in the classroom, during OT collaboration, or share it with families for consistent support at home.
Who It's For
Special education teachers, occupational therapists, general education teachers, and parents.
Format
PDF (print-ready) and PPTX (editable). 12 pages. Instant download.
Need more than one?
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