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How to teach "help" using PECS
PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) allows non verbal and verbally challenged students to communicate needs and wants to the...


A and M Create Rigor in Learning
Accommodations and modifications are sometimes necessary for people to achieve rigor or function at a higher level than their current...


School Vibe: how does your teaching environment 'feel'?
The folks at Different Roads have another great article: Tip of the Week: Could Teaching Environments Affect Solving Problem Behaviors?​...


Thoughts about Anger
Many students have difficulty with anger and self regulation, not just those on the spectrum. Sometimes it is due to lagging skills and...


A Custom 5 Point Behavior Scale
This pre populated scale could help your concrete learners and rigid thinkers expand their idea about social situations. It is a work in...


Lives in the Balance: "Walking" tour for Educators
THIS is a MUST for new staff or those who need a training refresher. This blog links directly to the Lives in the Balance website based...


Learn about dyslexia
People with dyslexia can learn to read but it requires a lot of concentration and energy and it isn't just about reading. Upworthy did a...


Disability Pride
LeDarick Horne and Dr. Margo Izzo wrote a book and did a webinar about this topic. They also shared some resources; Eye to Eye which is...


The Difference Between Saying A Child with Autism vs. Autistic Child
In the autism community, one hot topic is how to refer to people on the spectrum. Read the article about the difference here. I've...


The Economy of Language
You gave a direction. And the student didn't initiate your request. First ask yourself "Was my direction actually clear?" If so "Did...
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