Embracing Summer Routines for Special Needs Success: Summer can feel overwhelming for families of children with special needs, but it’s also a unique opportunity to build confidence and independence. For instance, try having your child help with meal planning and grocery shopping, which can foster daily living skills and social interaction.
As you prepare for your child’s IEP meeting, a mix of emotions can swirl – anxiety about securing the right services, frustration with school communication, and uncertainty about your role as advocate. To feel more in control, try making a clear list of your child’s goals and priorities before the meeting.
Turning Play into Talk Time: Conversation Towers for Building Language Skills Feeling overwhelmed by your child’s speech delays or difficulties expressing themselves? With our Conversation Towers activity, you can transform daily play into purposeful conversation. This simple, fun method combines LEGO blocks with interactive questioning.
Creating a person-centered plan with your child can be a powerful tool, helping you navigate their unique journey and advocate for needed support and services. This collaborative process considers your child’s strengths, interests, and aspirations, and can be done with or without school assistance.
