When I first started homeschooling, I was excited to fill out my first homeschool planner. I bought it at the teacher’s supply store near downtown. It had a big apple on the front, and unlined blocks to write in. I used it faithfully every day, but it didn’t take too
A sensory toy kit can be an invaluable resource for children, providing engaging activities that stimulate their senses and support their development. Whether you’re a parent or a foster carer, making your own sensory toy kit allows you to tailor it exactly to a child’s needs and interests. Read on
Every parent’s goal is to do the best they can for their kids, give them a childhood that is filled with happy memories, let them live their best quality of life. Autism or homeschool, these autism morning routines are the way to fulfill them. None of this happens overnight. Start
Hobbies play a crucial role in a child’s development. However, they are particularly important for children with autism, due to the benefits that come hand-in-hand with these activities. For example, they can help them develop useful life skills while also providing them with a break from the chaos of everyday
Some nights you just want to stay in, even for a date. A cold, rainy night may leave you wanting to snuggle up and avoid leaving the house for anything. Maybe there is no babysitter in sight thanks to autism. Let’s honor that feeling of cozy nights with 5 great
Navigating your autistic child’s health is one of the most important roles of parents and to me, the most intimidating one. Many aspects of your autistic child’s well-being can go unnoticed but eye health should not be one of them.. Eye problems like myopia (short-sightedness), hypertropia (far-sightedness), astigmatism, and lazy
Autism, regardless of age, is challenging on the best of days. The teen years are especially challenging due to hormones, the desire to fit in, etc. even for a typical child. There is hope, however, for helping your autistic teen thrive in their surroundings. You simply need to think outside
One of the biggest misconceptions is that black history should be taught only in its commemorative month of February. The truth of the matter is black history has roots reaching deeper than American and should be taught throughout the year as well as across the curriculum. How you can teach
In times of economic hardship, many people are forced to cut back on their expenses and live more frugally. This transition can be difficult for many people, but fortunately it’s possible to live on a budget without severely sacrificing the quality of life. Let’s talk about some tips on living
Observation skills are one of the most important things an autistic child can learn. It will help them with so many other aspects of learning and life. So much so that I am a HUGE proponent of working on them regularly. Our autistic children must have the ability to see