Monday, 20 August 2012

Training Wheels


Lachlan has quite poor coordination and gross motor skills. So today being a really nice day and both boys enthusiastic about riding their bikes I decided I'd work hard with Lachlan teaching him the basics to riding like pushing the pedals with his feet. Zachary has already worked out at 2 how to ride his bike so I thought it was time for Lachlan to better understand it all. I realise he'll work it out on his own eventually I just find it hard watching my 2 year old capable of activities Lachlan should be able to do for his age.
Anyway we worked together for a good 30 minutes and Lachlan still didn't understand the concept of riding a bike. I then became frustrated and walked away to cool off. I know I'm suppose to have more patience with my son but surely I'm not the first mother to get angry. I feel bad for getting angry. I didn't let either boys see my fustration. I know he will take longer to learn things at his own pace, I just had a sudden urge to push him hard today.

I know I'm not the only parent to get frustrated or angry trying to teach their ASD child and I know we're suppose to be more patient and understanding, but....

Jade

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