How to Educate Mentally Retarded Children

By definition, a child who is mentally retarded must have a below-

average IQ and difficulty with functioning. With the right
education, however, it is possible to overcome many of these
challenges and allow a child to make the transition into
adulthood.
Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions
1. Step 1

Evaluate the level of mental retardation of the child. This may

require the services of health care professionals, including
psychiatrists, developmental therapists, speech therapists and
others. Once an examination has been completed, a plan to
educate the child can be developed.
2. Step 2
Address the psychological issues before placing the child in a
classroom. Many high-functioning children with mild mental
retardation may be hampered by feelings of inferiority and
depression. It's important to understand how the child feels about
her condition, which may affect social interaction and the
willingness to learn.
3. Step 3

Determine if the child can be placed into a mainstream student

population or needs a special school. While a program of
mainstreaming or full inclusion may challenge a mentally
retarded child to succeed, don't overtax his abilities, especially if
he has physical limitations.
4. Step 4
Use behavior modification techniques. Many of retarded children
act out inappropriately or engage in unacceptable behaviors
simply because they know they are different and can get away
with it. It's important to ignore these behaviors and to reward
appropriate behavior with praise and extra privileges.
5. Step 5
Develop a continuing set of goals. As the child grows older and
progresses, thought should be given to vocational courses that
can teach occupational skills. Success in educating mentally
retarded children can be measured by their ability to live and
work independently when they become adults.
1. Soft toys
2. Toys for stimulation
3. Cradles
4. Almirah
5. Movable low chairs and low tables
6. Mattresses
7. Different shapes of wooden blocks
8. Dolls
9. Toy sets for different professions
10. Story Cards
11. Charts/Posters
12. Picture cards
13. Drawing Papers
14. Crayon boxes
15. Puzzles
16. Poster colour
17. Small scissors
18. Big scissors
19. Brushes
20. Chalk Board
21. Flannel Board
22. Display Board