It has been one cold winter for us in North Carolina. I know that our IAAFE community lives around the world. However, regardless of where you live, take a moment today to step outside and enjoy the outdoors. Often, we get so stuck in our...
There are so many awesome professionals out there who just want to help you and your family. Be sure to get everyone on your team talking and communicating with each other. You and your child will reap all of the benefits from this collaboration. It is...
Have you ever met a child on the autism spectrum who did not have sensory needs? Me neither! You may find that several (or all) of your students have challenges sitting for extended periods of time. Focusing and attending to tasks may also be difficult. ...
Halloween can be a scary day for your child, but not just because of the ghosts and goblins. Remember that your child thrives on structure, routine, and sameness. Hearing your doorbell ring, seeing strangers, and looking at costumes can be pretty overwhelming. You and your...
Try writing notes to your students instead of using constant verbal cues. Do you have a student who becomes more overwhelmed when you give him verbal directions? Perhaps he has sensory integration challenges and your verbal cues are putting him over the edge. Instead of...