Expressing Feelings: Tips and Tricks for Children and Adults
If you are parenting a child with special needs, it is no secret that expressing feelings in ways that work can be tricky. This is not only challenging for our...
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Tiny Light Emily
Meet nine year old, Emily, has the incredible ability to make people smile whether they are family members, friends, or complete strangers. This music-loving girl enjoys doing actions to songs...
Organization for the Holidays!
Organization for the Holidays! As an organizer I am always thinking ahead to being prepared for the holidays. I have already made an appointment with my favorite photographer for my...
Tiny Light Emma
Meet Tiny Light Emma. This sweet, seven year old is very social and loves those around her, especially her three brothers, Ryan, Matthew, and William. She loves gymnastics (or “jumping...
Tips for Selecting the Right & Safe Toys
Tips for Selecting the Right & Safe Toys Question: What should I be concerned about as it relates to holiday gifts and toys with my special needs child? Answer: All...
“Foodie” Fun for Kids: Ham and Cheese Croissants
Encouraging Speech & Creating Yum! Ham and Cheese Croissants Family Traditions When I was little, my Dad would take me every Sunday, with my brother, to the local bagel shop...
Sensational Christmas Miracles
Christmas Miracles Until I had my miracle girl, Jaimie, I went crazy trying to make Christmas perfect. I spent days baking goodies, doing up the tree, preparing the house in...
Silent Night: How to Keep the Peace During the Holidays.
Silent Night Here we go again, another upcoming holiday season filled with lights, sounds and smells that give way to great memories. Of course, all of this stimulation and revelry...
Planning for Your Special Child’s Future: It’s Never “Too Early” to Start!
Planning for your Special Child’s Future: It’s never “too early” to start! As administrators of two transition programs, we are often asked by parents “How can I best help my...
ASK Angie ASL + Tips: “Fingerspelling”
As we begin the start of the school year, I would like you to practice spelling the alphabet with your hands. This is called “fingerspelling”. Deaf children use fingerspelling to...
