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As parents, it can sometimes be difficult to know whether your child’s behaviors are just a part of typical development or if they indicate a need for additional support. Early intervention...
If you’re a parent, you know that fostering independence in play can be tough. Your child loves to spend time with you. And while you love spending time with them, sometimes you just need a...
Play is not only fun, but also essential for a toddler's development. However, teaching play skills to children with autism can sometimes be challenging. In this "how-to" guide, we'll...
How can you develop your child's play skills? First, a quick review of “typical” play development.
Within “typical” development, there are certain phases...
For toddlers and preschoolers with autism, imaginative play can be an essential tool for socialization, communication, and emotional expression. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) offers valuable...
Teaching new behaviors to young children involves a strategic and supportive approach known as shaping. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of shaping, detailing the steps that parents...
Below is a step-by-step guide for parents and teachers, highlighting how positive reinforcement can be a powerful tool in fostering skill development in young children.
Step 1: Choose the...
Have you learned how to improve your child’s cooperation through play, selected appropriate toys, and blocked off play time with your child, but you’re not sure how to handle repetitive...
Have you blocked off play time with your child, but you’re not sure what toys or activities you should be playing with? We can help!
Here are the basic Dos and Don'ts when choosing toys or...
Are you eager to start improving your child’s cooperation and teaching through play, but not sure where to start? We can help! Below is a step-by-step guide to set up a play time with your...
Have you ever sat in on one of your child's sessions with a therapist, and felt frustrated that your child was almost always cooperative with them, but never with you? In this post,...
Child-led play allows your child's interests and preferences to guide the learning process, making playtime not only fun but also deeply engaging. Here are three tips for parents teaching their...
