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For over a decade, I have worked with kids who happen to have autism. This blog is to share strategies with parents, paras, aides, and tutors.

I look forward to your feedback--tell me what works and ask me your questions!

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Apr 3, 20223 min read

Emotions are complex. Then add slow cognitive processing and sensory processing disorder. How is a student who is processing strong...

Aug 20, 20214 min read

Preschoolers who are familiar with letters from everyday play and parent read a-louds, may be ready to try writing. But...don't rush to...

Jul 14, 20204 min read

In-person school is so alluring. It is a symbol of normalcy, freedom from managing kids 24/7, and for me, the ability to teach. But our w...

Jul 6, 20204 min read

I have used various methods to entice my children to help me with cleaning up the house—some have worked and some didn’t. Some may have...

Jun 14, 20205 min read

In my last blog post, Token Board Basics, I gave instructions and a link for a free token board. You might have printed it and wondered,...

Jun 8, 20204 min read

We have all seen reward charts with lists of goals with stickers or check-marks to encourage our kids to complete their chores or...

May 31, 20207 min read

Some children need time to process their feelings about a task before and as they are working. I will describe how to give mild support.

May 25, 20204 min read

It is important to meet your child where they are at in a positive way. Showing your frustration will just compound the negative feelings...