A Visual Schedule for How to Remove a Flash Drive from a Computer
I work with many students with autism on technology skills, such as coding, robotics, and 3D modeling (which they’re often amazing at, by...
Math Teaching Tip: Build a Bridge from Concrete to Abstract with the "Concrete–Representational
When working on math skills, it can be helpful to take more abstract concepts and demonstrate them with concrete objects and pictures....
Job-Related Language Tip: Make an Instructional Video
I work with several of my students on 3D modeling using the programs TinkerCAD and SketchUp. I find that many of the students with autism...
Creative Activities After Reading a Book or Story
My son loves reading, so I’ve been looking for activities for him to do this summer about the books he’s reading. I know that, in school,...
How to Teach Communication Skills by Making Balloon Animals (Or Playing With Any Toy Really)
Earlier this year, I thought my son might be interested in learning to make balloon animals. So, I purchased a kit from Amazon.com and we...
Books on Teaching Students with Math Difficulties
One of my favorite subjects that I tutor is math and I particularly love working with kids and teens to help them reduce their math...
Play to Learn: Teaching Social and Communication Skills with Play
"Children of all ages love to play, and it gives them opportunities to explore the world, interact with others, express and control...
ABA Drawing Imitation with Ozobot
What's in this post: What is Drawing Imitation? Teaching Steps Ozobots! Natural Reinforcers What is Drawing Imitation? The goal of...
Employment Portfolios for Teens and Young Adults with Autism
I’m currently teaching a college course for special education teachers on post-high school employment, education, and community living...
Using Art Projects to Work on Communication
If your child enjoys painting, drawing, or other types of art, you can use that interest as a teaching tool to work on language and...
