Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How do you homeschool a child with Down syndrome?
In this video, I walk you through exactly how I homeschool my child with Down syndrome, including the curriculum I use, how I adapt it, and what actually works for learners who need a different pace.
Choosing homeschool curriculum for a child with Down syndrome or intellectual disabilities can feel overwhelming. What works for one child may not work for another, especially when learning looks different.
In this video, I share:
• The homeschool curriculum we are using
• Why I chose each subject
• How I adapt curriculum for learning differences
• Simple ways to implement curriculum at home
• What matters more than the curriculum itself
This video is helpful for families homeschooling children with:
Down syndrome
intellectual disabilities
learning differences
ADHD
or children who need a slower, more flexible approach
If you are homeschooling a child who learns differently, you are not alone — and you don’t need perfect curriculum, you need the right fit.
Subscribe for practical help, encouragement, and real strategies for homeschooling special needs and struggling learners.
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0:00 Intro
1:14 Therapies & Hobbies
2:30 Social Interaction (Church)
4:50 Home Education Programs
7:06 Academics
8:50 Reading & Writing and Beyond
Curriculum Mentioned
Numberblocks 1-10: amzn.to/4uRsXAW
Numberblocks 11-20: amzn.to/3NLD3Td
Critical Thinking Beginning Thinking Skills: amzn.to/4rVuBif
Critical Thinking Math: amzn.to/4dILj0L
Usborne Wipe & Clean: amzn.to/4uSaWSZ
So Happy to Learn: sohappytolearnathome.com
Equipping Minds: equippingminds.com
Happy Cheetah: happycheetahreading.com
Natalie Hale - Special Reads: specialreads.com/about-us
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Download my FREE "Roadmap to Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs" workbook here: leilani-melendez.kit.com/9342b8160e
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IEW: iew.com/?ref=LEILANIMELENDEZ
Generations: generations.idevaffiliate.com/79.html
No Consumed Ministry: https://store.notconsumed.com?aff=442
Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
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How do you homeschool a child with Down syndrome?
In this video, I walk you through exactly how I homeschool my child with Down syndrome, including the curriculum I use, how I adapt it, and what actually works for learners who need a different pace.
Choosing homeschool curriculum for a child with Down syndrome or intellectual disabilities can feel overwhelming. What works for one child may not work for another, especially when learning looks different.
In this video, I share:
• The homeschool curriculum we are using
• Why I chose each subject
• How I adapt curriculum for learning differences
• Simple ways to implement curriculum at home
• What matters more than the curriculum itself
This video is helpful for families homeschooling children with:
Down syndrome
intellectual disabilities
learning differences
ADHD
or children who need a slower, more flexible approach
If you are homeschooling a child who learns differently, you are not alone — and you don’t need perfect curriculum, you need the right fit.
Subscribe for practical help, encouragement, and real strategies for homeschooling special needs and struggling learners.
Timestamp
0:00 Intro
1:14 Therapies & Hobbies
2:30 Social Interaction (Church)
4:50 Home Education Programs
7:06 Academics
8:50 Reading & Writing and Beyond
Curriculum Mentioned
Numberblocks 1-10: amzn.to/4uRsXAW
Numberblocks 11-20: amzn.to/3NLD3Td
Critical Thinking Beginning Thinking Skills: amzn.to/4rVuBif
Critical Thinking Math: amzn.to/4dILj0L
Usborne Wipe & Clean: amzn.to/4uSaWSZ
So Happy to Learn: sohappytolearnathome.com
Equipping Minds: equippingminds.com
Happy Cheetah: happycheetahreading.com
Natalie Hale - Special Reads: specialreads.com/about-us
__________________________________________________________________________
💙💛💙💛Are you homeschooling a child with a unique ability? 💙💛💙💛
Download my FREE "Roadmap to Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs" workbook here: leilani-melendez.kit.com/9342b8160e
________________________________________________________________________________
💚My FAVORITE Curriculum 💚
IEW: iew.com/?ref=LEILANIMELENDEZ
Generations: generations.idevaffiliate.com/79.html
No Consumed Ministry: https://store.notconsumed.com?aff=442
Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
_________________________________________________________________
💕I would love to keep in Touch!! 💕
❤ Website ❤
leilanimelendez.com
Learn More About Leilani and How She Can Speak At Your Next Event: leilanimelendez.com/speaking
💛💙Get 3 FREE Chapters from My New Book!! 💛💙
FREEDOM TO LEARN: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/292114/sites/77436184879432754/4jGKGF
♥ SUBSCRIBE TO CHANNEL ♥
youtube.com/c/livingwitheve?sub_confirmation=1
♥ FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA ♥
facebook.com/LivingWithEve
instagram.com/living_with_eve
♥ Get my PRESCHOOL & SPECIAL NEEDS CURRICULUM♥
leilanimelendez.com/category/all-products
♥ BUSINESS, COLLABORATIONS & PARTNERSHIPS ♥ leilani@leilanimelendez.com
♥ FLORIDA HOMESCHOOL PORTFOLIOS, CONSULTATIONS OR TESTING ♥
Register for an Appointment Online: leilanimelendez.com/book-online
Please email me at: Leilanimelendez5@gmail.com
**FTC DISCLAIMER: **This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. If I partner with a company I will always disclose it here. This video is NOT sponsored**
***This video is for adults, not kids.
