by Tara McClintick | Feb 4, 2019 | Autism, Communication and Education, Conversations with Jake, Conversations with Mom, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
After our RPM sessions one practice exercise we sometimes end with is for Jake to complete sentences. For these sentences all began with the word “sometimes” (given starting phrase in bold print, Jake’s words follow): SOMETIMES 1. Sometimes when I...
by Jake McClintick | Oct 4, 2018 | Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Conversations with Jake, Health Challenges, Spiritual, Story of My Life by Jake
Story of My Life Part 1 – October 4, 2018I have autism. That means I might look different to most people. Not so easy to be like me. Too hard to do most everything.I really value my life, but I wish this wasn’t so stupid. It is stupid to be born without so...
by Tara McClintick | Mar 2, 2017 | Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Interactive Adaptable Games, Supporting Child Development
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,...
by Tara McClintick | Jan 21, 2017 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
Words are delicious! They’re the icing on the communication cupcake, aren’t they?! Why? Because human beings want to be understood. We want to understand each other. Words have the potential to make communication easier, depending on our skill level at using them....
by Tara McClintick | Jan 21, 2017 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
“If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in.” — Rachel Carson Reaching Out We want to make...
by Tara McClintick | Jan 21, 2017 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
“The most important thing in communication is to hear what isn’t being said.” — Peter Drucker Language development definitely has its benefits, but non-verbal communication is the foundation. It is a foundation that is often over-looked and under-valued. A...
by Tara McClintick | Jan 21, 2017 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
When someone perceives the world differently than you, how is it possible to connect? How do you communicate with someone that does not seem to understand you? And you, in turn, do not understand him/her? A Story about Michael My very first teaching position was for...
by Tara McClintick | Jan 21, 2017 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
Interaction Series – Part 2 of 12 What assumptions have you already made from the title “Banish Boredom Forever”? Maybe you’re thinking “impossible!” or “I’m too busy to be bored.” How to Drop Assumptions Curiosity sets the stage for this month’s interaction...
by Tara McClintick | Dec 6, 2016 | Attitude and Integrity, Autism, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
Interaction Series – Part 1 of 12 Interaction – noun. Mutual or reciprocal action or influence. The Best Gifts in Life are Free They’re available everyday. Interaction is one of those gifts! As you ponder the interaction ideas that will be presented...
by Tara McClintick | Mar 21, 2012 | Autism, Book Benefits for Children, Books and Poetry, Challenging Behaviors, Communication and Education, Planning for Success, Supporting Child Development
Generation Rescue.org is a wonderful resource for parents that provides information highlighting the biomedical roots and treatment plans for the symptoms of autism. Their recovery stories provide solutions and/or hope for a better quality of life for our children....
