What’s inside this article: What self-advocacy is, why it’s important, and practical ways for parents, teachers, and therapists to help neurodivergent children develop self-advocacy. As parents, educators, and therapists, one of the most important gifts we can give neurodivergent kids is the ability to advocate for themselves. This is a skill that will benefit them …
What’s inside this article: A variety of play-based activities and games that help children practice and improve various executive functioning skills. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Executive functioning skills are the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus, remember instructions, and manage multiple tasks successfully. For children, developing these skills is crucial for …
What’s inside this article: a look at how participating in fundraising can help kids develop crucial social and emotional skills. Includes a list of 18 fun school fundraising ideas where students can actively participate, engage with their community, and develop important social-emotional skills at the same time. Participating in fundraisers can be a valuable opportunity …
What’s inside this article: A look at different forms of augmentative or alternative communication (AAC) devices and systems that help autistic individuals communicate more effectively and what to consider when choosing the best AAC system for your child. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Some kids with autism are non-verbal or have very limited verbal …
What’s inside this article: 10 games that teach social skills to children. Includes how playing games builds social skills, and what skills are learned while playing individual games. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. In childhood, play is the basis of almost all learning. Research shows that play-based learning is more effective than other teaching …
What’s inside this article: The six most important social skills for kids to have, with tips for how to practice, teaching strategies, and the benefits of having strong social skills. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Socializing is an aspect of everyday life, and having strong social skills will help your child find success as …
What’s inside this article: Tips for teaching children how to communicate assertively rather than aggressively. Explain the key differences between these communication styles and include a printable activity for kids. We spend about 30 minutes each day doing activities that help the family develop social-emotional skills – the focus this week is communicating assertively, not …
What’s inside this article: Some tips to help improve speech in autistic children. This is part of a 7 part communication skill series for parents. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. In autistic children, language skills can vary significantly from child to child. Kids may or may not develop “typical language”, but most do eventually develop some form of communication. …
What’s inside this article: Information about joint attention that is easy for parents to understand. Includes examples of joint attention, a list of joint attention skills, and strategies and games that can help build their social skill. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If your child struggles with communication and social skills, you may hear …
What’s inside this article: The meaning of both expressive language and receptive language, but how these skills can differ in children on the autism spectrum. Includes links to resources to help develop these skills. If your child sees a speech-language pathologist or has had a psychoeducational assessment, you may have heard the terms expressive and …