Angelman Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the nervous system, characteristics that include developmental delays, intellectual disability, and speech impairments. Angelman syndrome generally go unnoticed until the age of 1 year. Children typically have a happy demeanor and have a fascination with water

Characteristics include developmental delay, intellectual disability, epilepsy, microcephaly, short attention span, happy demeanor, hyperactivity, hand-flapping.

Angelman Syndrome  is  a rare disorder and affects 1 in 12,000 to 20,000 a year. Equally to less than 200,000 case a year. Affects all ethnicities and sexes equally.

Associated behaviors include, tongue thrusting, feeding problems during infancy, sensitivity to heat, frequent drooling, and attraction to water.

Developmental delays include fine motor skills such as using a palmar grasp, holding an object, picking up objects, dressing/undressing, brushing teeth and other self-care task.

The following are articles on teaching strategies:

Angelman Syndrome-Bridges for Kids

Angelman Syndrome Educational Material

Angelman Syndrome– Ontario Teachers Federation

Angelman Syndrome– National Association of Special Educators

Angelman Syndrome in the Classroom- Puzzle Place

Communication strategies for children with Angelman Syndrome– Cleveland Clinic

Education Resources- Angelman Resources

Some Angelman Tips– Teaching Learners with Multiple Special Needs

Working with a child who has Angelman Syndrome– St. Cloud State University

Writing instruction for students with Angelman Syndrome– PracticalAAC