Autism Speech Therapist
I invited a guest blogger to help explain person first vs identity first language when it comes to autism. My guest blogger’s name is Hannah, and she is a young autistic woman. It’s important to me that an autistic individual explain “autistic” vs “person with autism”. For those of us who have been teaching for many years, this terminology is… Read More
I’m sitting here on Thanksgiving feeling so grateful for all of you. As a way to show my gratitude, I have some gifts for you. I will be posting a free resource here each day for the next 4 days (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Check back each day to see what I have for you! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving… Read More
This free “Going To The Doctor” social story will help you prepare your child for a visit to the doctor. A doctor visit is sometimes scary and increases anxiety for children with autism. This is because it is unfamiliar. Autistic children thrive on routine and consistency. Going to a new place, or somewhere they don’t go often is something different…. Read More
“How did you make a communication board playground sign?”. That is a question I’ve gotten asked a lot. In the spring of 2018, I was sitting at the hospital with my dad. He was very sick, and I wanted to be there to keep a close eye on him. I spent a lot of time scrolling on Facebook that night…. Read More
When it comes to teaching using autism strategies, visual cue cards are a must! This free set of quick visual cue cards are perfect for young learners, who aren’t processing language effectively. They need visuals to help them process what is happening during their day. This is especially true for transitions or new routines! This free set provides visuals for… Read More
Teaching children with autism and other special needs about taking a break using a social story is so helpful. It can provide information about what to do when they are feeling overwhelmed or dysregulated. It’s a skill that is often an IEP goal for many young autistic children. Teaching children how to recognize their emotions can take time. It also… Read More
