There are many benefits to teaching sign language in the classroom with autistic learners. Sign language is one of the most powerful tools you can have in your toolkit to build communication skills and decrease frustration with your little learners. Learn how to teach sign language here. 10 benefits of sign language in the classroom…
8 Real Work from Home Jobs That Are Perfect for Autism Moms
In this post, you will find real work from home jobs that are perfect for autism moms. Whether you are looking to supplement your income with work you can do at home while caring for your child, or even looking to replace your full-time income, there is something for everyone on this list. 8 real…
12 Fun Things to do on Christmas Day at Home as an Autism Family
Looking for fun things to do on Christmas Day at home with your child with autism? These are 12 my favorite things… You will find sensory fun, movie ideas, slime, sweet treats, our naughty little elf and more! (We have included affiliate links for your convenience. You can read our disclosures here.) 1. Play with a…
20 reasons to use printable social stories to teach children with autism social skills
Social Stories, first developed by Carol Gray in 1990, are a valuable tool for teaching your child with autism social skills, how to behave in a variety of social situations and to experience more joy and less stress from social interactions. Social Stories are a respected, evidence-based, therapy tool used with individuals with autism of…
7 Autism Communication Strategies
One of the questions I get asked the most is “when will my child speak” or “how can I teach to autistic students to communicate”? These questions inspired today’s post autism communication strategies. What is a visual learner? A visual learner is someone who responds well to visual information to understand a subject. Many children with…
Gifts for Kids with Autism : The Ultimate Guide (gifts from $5 – $100)
Finding the perfect gift for your child with autism, or the child with autism on your holiday gift list can be a challenge. Some children have sensory difficulties, are easily overstimulated or can be sent into a meltdown if given the wrong gift. I receive so many questions from families asking me what they should…
10 Coping Strategies for Stress as an Autism Mom
As an autism mom, you will be under stress. The stress of parenting an autistic child is no joke. Autism moms have stress similar to combat soldiers. Being stressed out on a regular basis, increases your cortisol levels which is not healthy and not sustainable. Finding coping strategies for stress that you can do on…
21 Winter Outdoor Activities for Kids with Autism (& FREE PRINTABLE Family Holiday Bucketlist)
We are already thinking about the holidays here at Special Learning House HQ and today I’m sharing Winter outdoor activities for kids with autism so you can enjoy the holidays to the fullest with your little ones at home or in your autism classroom. You will also love these 33+ Christmas activities for children with…
Sensory Break Ideas for Kids with Autism
I love sensory breaks! This is a list of sensory break ideas that I use with my little learners in my autism center and that I teach families to use with children in their homes. They are fun and effective at home or in an autism classroom. Make sure to print out your Sensory Break Cards…
Autumn Sensory Bottles for Kids with Autism
This is a collection of my favorite Autumn sensory bottles for kids with autism. I have made them and used them with my little learners at my autism center. The kids love them and they are a fun and effective sensory activity to add to your home program or classroom. They are one of my…
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