Autism Speech Therapist
We all love a good fidget toy (or 20) in our classrooms! But, there are so many out there now, it can be hard to know which ones will meet teacher criteria. First, they need to be durable. How many times have you spent money (most likely your own money) on fidget toys only to have them break during the… Read More
It can be hard to find sensory-related books geared toward young children. I’ve compiled a list of some of the best sensory children’s books for preschool. These books explain or teach about sensory differences/needs in a simple manner. I hope you like them as much as I do! Wiggles, Stomps and Squeezes I love this brand new book published in… Read More
Have you ever struggled to meet the needs of your young autistic students who require support with their self regulation skills and emotions? Many times, this can impact your ability to teach pre-academic and otherschool-related skills. Therefore, the child’s ability to function successfully within a classroom setting is also affected. 1. Identify Sensory Differences To Support Self Regulation & Emotions… Read More
What Is Emotional Self Regulation? Self regulation consists of a set of skills and/or techniques that can help us stay in control of our emotions and behaviors. According to McClelland & Tominey (2014), self regulation includes “conscious control of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors”. When we see children “bouncing off the walls” or having a meltdown/tantrum, their bodies are showing signs… Read More
Many of the requests that I received for social stories are for the topic of behavior. I’m happy to write some general stories about behavior, but I want to make sure to say that if you have a child or student who is engaging in “behaviors”, you really need to look deeper to figure out WHY the behavior is happening. … Read More
Hypersensitivity to noise is common in autism. I can’t even tell you how many students I have had over the years who cover or plug their ears. Noise-blocking headphones can help! The Snug brand is my top choice. I love that they are “kid-size”, and come in different colors. When the headphones fit correctly, children will tolerate wearing them better. … Read More
