Interactive Adaptable Games
Interview with a Shark
Jake as Mr.SharkDuring Jake's session with Katie they discussed the various ways animals communicate. Afterwards she asked him which animal would he be most interested in interviewing if animals could communicate like humans do. Jake answered "not sure." She gave...
A Fun “Make the Sound” Game for Preverbal Individuals with Special Needs
Persuading a child on the severe end of the autism spectrum to engage in verbal exchanges can be quite a challenge, and I’ve found that ENJOYMENT works better than anything else. I’m super grateful for the Dr. Seuss classic Mr.Brown Can Moo, Can You? My son, Jake,...
6 Tips to Teach How to Throw and Catch
To throw and catch a ball may seem like such a basic skill, but for a child with motor isms, it may seem more challenging than going for an Olympic gold medal! It is amazing the amount of skills involved that are typically taken for granted. For instance:...
Books – Connecting Beyond the Pages
Great picture books are one of the BEST tools for building social connections with children, including those most significantly challenged with autism. Written for the PediaStaff eNewsletter to share creative ways picture books can be used to build the...