WAMMS

Walk a Mile in My Shoes (WAMMS) is an experiential workshop that uses simulations and exercises to raise awareness about learning differences.

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Our Most Popular Workshop

Walk a Mile in My Shoes (WAMMS) will equip you with knowledge and information about learning differences and disabilities and how to support and advocate for individuals and groups with learning differences in educational, social, work and community settings.

Trained facilitators help participants to explore learning differences such as: Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, and Visual-Perception dificulties. Through this workshop, participants will gain knowledge about current research and knowledge in the eld of learning differences and a practical understanding of how it may affect a person’s everyday life at home, work and school.

Understand the emotional, social, and behavioural impact of learning differences.

Understand the overall impact of learning differences.

Identify effective strategies and approaches.

Understand terminology used to describe different learning disabilities.

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Workshop for Adults

An adult version of Walk a Mile in My Shoes is suitable for teachers, education assistants, learning support staff, parents, and anyone else who may benefit from a deeper understanding of learning differences

In order to facilitate discussion, it is not recommended that children/teens attend this workshop. This workshop can be tailored for small and large groups, and is perfect for professional development days, volunteer training, parent nights, and more.

$425

Approximately 1.5 hours
Minimum of 10 participants
Can be delivered in person anywhere in the lower mainland or online anywhere in BC.

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Workshop for High School Students

A high school student version of Walk a Mile in My Shoes is suitable for teens and young adults aged 13-19 who may benefit from gaining empathy and understanding of learning differences and how to support and work with individuals with learning differences

This workshop also brings together concepts of social justice and advocacy in relation to supporting diverse groups of people. This workshop can be tailored for small and large groups, and is perfect for students in teen leadership/mentorship programs, teens preparing to undertake volunteer or work experience, and teens taking programs or courses related to education, psychology, and social justice.

$350

Approximately 1 hour
Minimum of 10 participants
Can be delivered in person anywhere in the lower mainland

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Making the Transition to High School with Learning Differences

The transition to high school is a significant change for families. As a parent of a child with learning differences, you may have decisions to make about appropriate placements and learning needs. You may also have concerns about services and support. This informative workshop helps you navigate this transition. Get the tools you need to give your child the best possible support as they start high school.

Ages: Parents and guardians
Where: On Line
Dates/Times: May 10, 2023
Registration: Closed

Speech and Language

Day to day tips for families to support young children’s language development, including tips to work on attention and focus.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: April 7, 2022
Registration: Closed

Early Intervention

The preschool years (three-to-five years) are a key phase of child development that impacts a child’s successful transition to educational settings. This workshop covers key aspects of child development and when and where to seek further support.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Date/Times: March 2, 2022
Registration: Closed

Lessons I wish I’d learned growing up autistic

Chris Bonnello, an autistic advocate, joined the LDS community to present and speak with parents, families and caregivers who support Autistic children and youth.

Ages: Teens and Adults
Where: On Line
Dates/Times: Feb 22, 2023
Registration: Closed

Supporting a Child with Challenging Behaviour

Learn about child behaviour and strategies for responding to challenging behaviours through proactive approaches.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: May 14, 2022
Registration: Closed

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Math Anxiety and Supporting your Child’s Math Learning at School

Anxiety around learning math can be a significant barrier for students with and without learning differences. Learn strategies for lessening math anxiety during the learning process.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: April 9, 2022
Registration: Closed

When Learning Isn’t Coming Easy

Learn ways to support young learners who are struggling with reading, writing, and/or mathematics, and how to asses when and how to ask for more support for a struggling learner.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: February 26, 2022
Registration: Closed

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Supporting a Child with Challenging Behaviour

Learn about child behaviour and strategies for responding to challenging behaviours through proactive approaches.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: June 9, 2022
Registration: Closed

When Learning Isn’t Coming Easily

Explore ways to support young learners who are struggling with reading, writing, and/or mathematics, and how to asses when and how to ask for more support for a struggling learner.

Ages: Parents and their children
Where: In Person
Dates/Times: May 5, 2022
Registration: Closed

LDS can also work with you or your organization to develop and deliver workshops and professional development opportunities in areas such as:

Learning differences/disabilities

Inclusion/equity, and advocacy

Early years intervention

Transitions (transition to school; transition to high school; transition to workforce/higher education

Navigating IEPs and Psycho-Educational Assessments as a Parent

Supporting your child with a learning difference

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