Considering a Summer Camp?

Good summer camps can be very beneficial for individuals with learning disabilities. In certain instances there is no need for a special camp because the child's problems may be purely academic. In others, however, children may have problems with spatial orientation, motor coordination, or social skills that require special attention. Hence, parents will need to ask questions about supervision and types of special training. Some camps provide academic tutoring as well as recreation. In these cases, parents should ask about the general philosophy of the treatment program and individualized instruction. The following specific questions might be asked about camps: