As educators, we want our students to learn all they can in our classrooms. We make sure to have engaging activities and use incentives...

As the new school year approaches, things can become emotionally charged for many of our children. While some kids are excited to go back...

You are some of the most influential people in our lives. We all remember our teachers. Many of us have positive memories of those who...

Ready to explore the gutsy side of autism? With over sixty million people affected globally, it's time to shed light on the gut-brain...

Do you know a child who struggles with getting started on tasks or activities, independently following through to completion, and making...

Your home should be a sanctuary where everyone in your family can relax. Comfort is especially important when you have an autistic child....

Sydney Edmond describes how using a letterboard changed her life, how being able to communicate her wishes and dreams opened up the world.

We all had trouble with the disruptions caused by the pandemic. We know that many children—neurotypical children included—regressed...

How to build a reserve of Halloween materials for your autism or special education classroom.

Autism and Behavior—Meltdowns vs. Tantrums Traditionally, when people see an upset child crying, screaming, and falling on the ground,...

Autism and Behavior—What is Self-Regulation? Sometimes it seems as if new terminology is coming out all the time, and it’s all designed...

What is Sensory Overload and How Can You Prevent It? Sensory overload happens when there is too much information and input being...

You decide to go out to dinner as a special treat for your kids, but things start going wrong from the beginning. There is a wait at the...

David Petrovic is an autistic teacher, author, and motivational speaker. As his mother, I have witnessed and shared in much of his...

Autism Awareness, Acceptance, or Something More? I've always wondered about the term “Autism Awareness.” To me, it's about more than...