Art and Children with Special Needs

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)
Typically a child with ADHD has the ability to focus on an activity for extended periods of time, they just need the extra help to keep that focus.

Allow the child with ADHD to explore the art area, preferably something that requires focus such as cutting & pasting. Ensure that the child stays on task by allowing them to choose their own activity and giving positive enforcements. By doing this, the children can gradually begin to become focused on other tasks.

Visual Impaired
Focus on a child's abilities, rather that on their disabilities, for this especially applies to children with visual impairment because most children that have visual impairments are not a 100% visually impaired.
Supply materials that are colorful and/or have a defined shape so that the child can distinguish between objects. Also, supply creative materials that allow the child to use their other senses, such as clay or play-dough.

Cerebral Palsy
Typically a child with Cerebral Palsy has weak muscles, therefore use materials that would help the child to easily mold, such as play-dough or clay. Pre-cut college materials also help a child Cerebral Palsy express their creative side.

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