Autism-Talk

Thanksgiving can pose a unique challenge for parents of children with autism who struggle with picky eating habits. It's not uncommon for...

Tips to Help Your Autistic Child Handle the Holidays, Whether You're Celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Ramadan! 🕒 Time to Read:  ~9 minutes TL;DR Summary The holidays can overwhelm autistic children due to changes in routine, sensory overload, and social expectations. Use social skill stories , visual supports , and predictable routines  to reduce anxiety. Gradually decorate, prepare children for changes, and set up a calming space . Simplify activities to focus on what bring

Using Autism Social Skill Stories to Work on Social Skills In the world of educating or parenting a child with autism, helping them...

8 Tips to Encourage Play in Young Children with Autism- Autism Play Skills Ok I'll admit it. I used to hate targeting play skills in...

There are many fun skills to work on during the Halloween season. Quick Takeaways (TL;DR) 🎃 Halloween is a natural chance to build...

A Positive Solution Autism Behavioral Reward Punch Cards We all know that dealing with challenging behaviors like hitting, biting, and...

Table of Contents Understanding Break Cards Introduction to the concept of break cards as a tool for emotional regulation Who Should Use...

Autism and Play: The Role of Autism Picture Schedules Understanding the Challenge: Play Skills in Children with Autism Parenting or...

easy strategies to teach children with autism to take turns including social stories, visual supports, sharing basket, and more