THE BLOG
It’s so simple it’s obnoxious. Once you read this, you’re going to be kicking yourself for not thinking of it sooner.Â
When you’ve been unsuccessful at preventing a tantrum (don’t worry, it happens t...
If you’re a parent, you know that meltdowns are the absolute worst. You can almost sense something in the air right before they happen. You pushed too hard, stayed out too late, asked your kid to do o...
As a fellow parent and teacher, I’m all too familiar with the preschool power struggle. You ask your child or student to do something seemingly innocuous, and they decide this is it - they’re going al...
School breaks bring fun, family time, and a major change in routine, but for many children with autism, ADHD, or other behavioral challenges, that change can feel overwhelming. Predictability is comfo...
Teaching gratitude to children with autism or ADHD can be tough, especially when your child communicates differently, becomes easily overwhelmed, or struggles with abstract concepts. But gratitude isn...
Halloween is almost here! Costumes are ready, candy is bought, and excitement is in the air! But for some families, this night can be full of surprises, sensory overload, and unexpected stress.
Don’t...
Halloween is filled with excitement; glowing pumpkins, friendly neighbors, and endless candy! But for many young kids with autism, the social parts of Halloween (saying hello, knocking on doors, or th...
Communication between parents and teachers is vital for the success of children with autism in educational settings. By implementing a few simple strategies, parents can enhance their communication wi...
Early skills such as gestures (waving, pointing, clapping) and eye contact are important building blocks for social communication. If your child rarely uses gestures or avoids making eye contact with ...
With September quickly approaching, the prospect of preparing your child for school might seem daunting. However, with the right strategies and consistent implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (...
Children who don't have a reliable way to communicate with others often cry, scream, or tantrum when the people around them are unable to figure out what it is that they want or need. As a result, par...
One of the most effective ways to support your child’s communication growth is something simple you can start doing right now: narrating your day and modeling simple words.
