[2pinokids]

Hello- we have a 8 yr. old son who was adopted from the philippines at 3 1/2/ years old. He spoke no english, and very little of his native language, but understood it. He speaks well now, but sometimes misunderstands words or phrases. He has had sessions with the Learning assistance teacher 3 to 4 times per week since gr. 1, and has a modified daily plan. He is very close to being at expected levels for reading, and math. But the teachers are saying they believe he may have A.D.D., as he is having difficulty understanding instructions, concetrating, completing his work correctly because he didn't understand what to do. He is not hyper-active, but he is a typical BOY! We were wondering if much of this is due to his English as a second language, and not A.D.D. if anyone else has expierenced this, or can give us ideas for more information on a child who has English as a second language and how it effects his learning, we would appreciate it.
thanks