05/20/2025
๐ถ What Is a Developmental Disability?
A developmental disability is when a childโs brain or body grows or works a little differently.๏ฟฝIt might affect how they:
* ๐ฃ๏ธ Talk
* ๐ง Learn
* ๐งฉ Solve problems
* ๐ซ Play or make friends
* ๐โโ๏ธ Move or walk
๐ก Some examples include:
* Autism โ May like routines, need quiet spaces, or use different ways to talk
* Down syndrome โ May learn more slowly but have big hearts and bright smiles
* ADHD โ Might be full of energy, have trouble sitting still, or staying focused
* Cerebral palsy โ May use a wheelchair or have trouble with movement
๐ค How Can We Be Good Friends?
* ๐ฌ Be kind and patient
* ๐ Listen carefully
* ๐งฉ Include everyone in games and activities
* ๐งธ Ask for help if you donโt understand something
* ๐ Celebrate what makes each person special
๐ We're all different. Weโre all amazing.๏ฟฝLetโs grow, play, and learnโtogether. ๐ซ