Autism-Talk

🕒 Time to Read:  ~8 minutes TL;DR Summary Holidays can overwhelm autistic children due to sensory overload and routine changes. Social skill stories  prepare kids for new experiences in a gentle, predictable way. Use stories before  events to teach expectations and coping tools. Pair stories with visual supports  and calming routines. Focus on connection over perfection — your child’s comfort comes first. Table of Contents Why Holidays Can Be Overwhelming for Autistic Kids

It’s a moment many parents dread—you finally decide it’s time to start potty training, and your child panics at the mere sight of the...

How to Potty Train an Autistic Child: Visual Supports, Social Stories & Realistic Tips Toilet training is never one-size-fits-all. And if...

Toilet training is rarely a smooth journey—and if your child is autistic or has communication delays, it can feel like an uphill climb....

Strategies for Developing Speech Skills in Nonverbal Autistic Children As a parent of four neurodiverse children—two of whom have...

Using a First-Then Board: A Simple Autism Visual Support Table of Contents Introduction Why First-Then Boards Work for Autism Visual...

If you've tried a sticker chart before with no success check out some of these tips. Sticker charts are a common tool for motivating...

Learn how to teach autism self-help skills at home using ABLLS-R. This guide covers toileting, dressing, money skills, and homeschooling...

Children with autism can face obstacles when it comes to handwashing. Battling the flu, One Handwash at a Time As a mother of four, I've...

Autism and Fear of the Toilet Flush I have a 14-year-old who still doesn’t flush the toilet if he can at all help it. While I haven’t...

Choosing a visual schedule can be overwhelming because there are so many styles. Which Kind of Visual Schedule Should I Use for My...

Mini Activity Schedules: How They Can Help Your Autistic Child If you’re familiar with visual schedules, you already know how helpful...

Autism and ADHD often occur together. It seems like lately, every time I read something online from the autism community, AuDHD is...

Hi there! I’m thrilled to have you here. My name is Tracy, and I’m passionate about all things autism. My journey in the autism field has...

Understanding prepositions  is a foundational language skill that enables children to describe spatial relationships and follow...

Early intervention for children with autism and other developmental delays is crucial. As a former early childhood special education...

Are you considering homeschooling your autistic child? Homeschooling can be a rewarding and effective way to educate a child with autism, as it allows for an individualized approach to learning. However, it often requires more planning and consideration than designing a program for other child might. If you decide to homeschool your autistic child, there are some factors to keep in mind to ensure your child’s needs are best met. In this post, I’ll discuss important aspects t

The ABLLS-R (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised) is not a diagnostic tool for autism but serves as a comprehensive c

Hyperlexia refers to children who possess an extraordinary ability to read at a very young age, often well before receiving formal reading i

Social skill stories can be a great tool for parents and teachers of autistic children. These stories explain everyday situations, social sk