Advice, Resources and Training for Autism and Special Education Teachers and Homeschoolers
I get to visit so many classrooms and schools every year, and I love being able to connect and support everyone. But one of the most common questions I get when we talk about life skills is – “What are life skills?” It’s a fair question really. And what I would find when talking to people, is they just thought… Read More
This is a blog post that I didn’t ever expect to write. But, I think it’s something that will be really helpful on here. And that is talking about how every student is different. What Do You Mean? You may be thinking, well I already know this.. what are you writing a post about it for? But, I want you… Read More
Do you want to implement a successful morning work routine in your autism or special education classroom? Are you looking for ways to help your students feel comfortable and safe when they arrive in your classroom? If so, this blog post is the perfect read for you. Why Have a Morning Work Routine? Having a morning work routine has many… Read More
If you’re here, it’s probably because you want to learn more about echolalia in autism. And I’m looking forward to helping you learn more about it, and provide you with some helpful information. What is Echolalia? Echolalia is where phrases and words are repeated. And while this can actually be a sign of autism, it’s important to remember that this… Read More
Do you love to offer your students hands-on and engaging sensory activities? Check out this play dough kit cupcakes activity that is perfect to use with your students. Setting Up If you haven’t heard of a play dough kit before, you may be wondering why I have the play dough set up this way. And it’s mainly because of how… Read More
I’m so excited to talk to you all today about how we run ‘Therapy Thursday’ in our autism classroom. Read on to find out why we started it, what we do on that day and how it’s worked for us and our students. Why ‘Therapy Thursday?’ You know that Thursday feeling.. where it’s not quite Friday.. but you’re exhausted? That’s… Read More
Are you an autism or special education teacher looking for a monthly membership? Do you want resources to use in your classroom and with your students each month that save you time and money to put together? If so, my monthly autism and special education teacher membership is perfect for you! I have had hundreds of emails over the last… Read More
Coffee carts are being used in classrooms all around the world. And today I want to share my best tips for having a special education classroom coffee cart. On the blog today I’m going to show you how to set one up from scratch. I’ll also be sharing the benefits a coffee cart can have in your classroom. What is… Read More
We all hear about how important early intervention is. But, do you know what it is? Today I’m going to be talking all about early intervention as well as the early intervention benefits for our autistic children. What is Early Intervention? Early intervention is not as scary as it sounds. All it means is that your child is having access… Read More
I am so excited to welcome Dr. Greg Grillo onto my blog today. Dr. Greg Grillo is sharing 3 tips to help you or your children start overcoming sensory issues at the dentist. Dr. Greg Grillo (dentably.com) – Dr. Greg is from the state of Washington and has been practicing dentistry for more than 17 years. He is committed to… Read More
