From Social Skills to Social Thinking
Teaching “social skills’ had been of interest to me for the past ten years. My skills in this area have grown and changed over time
communication
Feeding the Hungry Brain With Music
Music is an amazing communication tool. No matter what language you speak or whether you can communicate verbally at all
It’s Not Rocket Science: The Art of Planning Good Meetings between Home and School Teams
You may think I am nuts, but, it’s true. Parents, me included, make it harder than it has to be. I am talking about home and school team meetings. We...
Ask Special Parents: Communication with Your Child’s Teacher
Communication with Your Child’s Teacher Have you established a method of communication with your child’s teacher via email or a weekly report? Does it describe the goals worked on, methods...
What’s “APP”ening? Helpful Communication Apps for Children with Special Needs
Communication Apps for Children with Special Needs BOB’S Books #2 BOB’S Books #2 Parents and educators have raved about Bob Books #1 – Reading Magic. Now set #2 is here...
Doug’s 3-Point Back-To-School Guide for Parents
Back-To-School Guide for Parents It’s that time of year again where both children and parents experience a myriad of emotions. Going back-to-school can be both stressful and exciting. Therefore, it...
Having a Voice!
As a person with a voice, it’s hard to imagine not being able to express yourself. But just for a moment, try to think of living without one, and how the world would just pass right around you
What’s New? PSN Community News & Updates 2010
What’s New in the Parenting Special Needs Community?
The Guaranteed Back-to-School Question
One question that is guaranteed to be asked of your child sometime during the first few weeks of school is , “What did you do this summer?” Parents and caregivers would cringe if they overheard
