According to the CDC, autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the world. While it has become more of a part of our society, as of 2019, a vast majority of adults with autism are unemployed or underemployed. How do we change that? Building autism acceptance. Building Autism Acceptance ...
What Causes Anxiety in Children? Have you noticed a change in your child’s demeanor? Or perhaps they exhibit a behavior that seems to be causing them great distress? Just like adults, children are susceptible to anxiety, and unlike adults, they are less aware it is happening to them. In ...
Learning how to resolve conflicts is an important part of a child’s social-emotional development and is an essential life skill. Conflicts are bound to arise in multiple aspects of a child’s life, whether it be at home or at school. Giving children the knowledge and tools to effectively resolve ...
The standard classroom supplies go beyond binders, pens, and notebooks for special needs educators. Having calming sensory items and spaces to decompress can mean the difference between a productive day and a day hampered by triggers and meltdowns. We would like to share what we consider to be some ...
The case for STEM in special education STEM, which stands for “science, technology, engineering, and mathematics,” is creating new and exciting opportunities for students with special needs. The main goal of all educators is to ensure their student's success by teaching them necessary life skills while cultivating their natural ...
Functional math is the equation for better independence We use math in our daily lives all the time to do important things like shop for groceries, pay bills, save for a big purchase, measure ingredients to prepare a meal, and get to work on time. Our ability to live ...