I think my daughter is slow
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My daughter is 3 and a half and can not comprehend a simple question What can I do?
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There can be a lot of reasons that a child cannot comprehend questions. She could have a speech and language delay, difficulty processing language, memory issues, attention issues, hearing difficulties.
I agree with Healthy, you need more information. I'd speak with her pre-school teachers as suggested as well as her doctor. In addition, I would contact your local school district for a speech and language evaluation and a special ed evaluation. Once a child reaches age 3, school districts are responsible for identifying special education needs and providing appropriate services - even if the child is not yet in school. Your letter can be as simple as:
Your address and phone
School's Address
Date
Dear School Principal's name,
I am writing to request a special education and speech and language evaluation for my daughter (name), Date of Birth.
I am concerned that she is unable to understand and appropriately respond to basic questions. Her pre-school teachers note that she (describe what they say). I am concerned that she may have some special education needs that should be addressed.
I understand that you require my consent to begin the evaluation process. Please send me a consent to evaluate form withing the next 5 business days so that I can approve it and begin the process.
I would like to speak with the evaluators prior to the testing so that I can provide additional detail and understand the process. I would like a copy of all reports at least 48 hours prior to our team meeting so that I can review the results.
Thank you,
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I agree with Healthy, you need more information. I'd speak with her pre-school teachers as suggested as well as her doctor. In addition, I would contact your local school district for a speech and language evaluation and a special ed evaluation. Once a child reaches age 3, school districts are responsible for identifying special education needs and providing appropriate services - even if the child is not yet in school. Your letter can be as simple as:
Your address and phone
School's Address
Date
Dear School Principal's name,
I am writing to request a special education and speech and language evaluation for my daughter (name), Date of Birth.
I am concerned that she is unable to understand and appropriately respond to basic questions. Her pre-school teachers note that she (describe what they say). I am concerned that she may have some special education needs that should be addressed.
I understand that you require my consent to begin the evaluation process. Please send me a consent to evaluate form withing the next 5 business days so that I can approve it and begin the process.
I would like to speak with the evaluators prior to the testing so that I can provide additional detail and understand the process. I would like a copy of all reports at least 48 hours prior to our team meeting so that I can review the results.
Thank you,
Sign name
Hi,
I don't know what kind of relationship you have with your husband but you cannot allow a 3 year old to run your household. Where's her mother? Have you discussed this with her father? If not, you should. She needs to know who is in charge.
This may be going on because dad and bio-mom are not talking to her about the situation they've put her in, which is living with daddy and his new wife.
It's also possible that bio-mom is telling her things that is making her be mean to you. What do you think?
I don't know what kind of relationship you have with your husband but you cannot allow a 3 year old to run your household. Where's her mother? Have you discussed this with her father? If not, you should. She needs to know who is in charge.
This may be going on because dad and bio-mom are not talking to her about the situation they've put her in, which is living with daddy and his new wife.
It's also possible that bio-mom is telling her things that is making her be mean to you. What do you think?
First and foremost, you should talk to her pediatrician about your concerns, and be sure there isn't a physical reason for her difficulties....For example, if her hearing isn't good, she may not be able to comprehend, and she may not have the verbal skills to express herself, either, so she appears to be mean and "slow." Did she try to attend preschool this past year? Have her teachers mentioned any concerns?
My step daughter is 3 years old and is so mean to me. She is puting a strain on my relasionship. I need so advice. She lives with us ful time.
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