10 Things Every Parent of a Special Needs Child Should Have Before Traveling
Traveling Tips The official scouting motto is “Be Prepared.” If parents of special needs kids had a motto, it would be the same thing. We always have to be ready...
Fun Activities
Let’s Clay
This is a fun clay activity that the whole family can enjoy and spend quality time doing together Watch this preview of the kid’sapp “Hey Clay Animals.” This great step...
Tech Travel Tips for Summer
Tech Travel Tips for Summer Summer vacation can be lots of fun—no school, no homework, and a more relaxed family schedule thanks to a break from extracurricular activities. But at...
Get Your Heart Pumping with These Free and Easy Tips
Get Your Heart Pumping Adding exercise to your day doesn’t have to include a costly gym membership. In honor of American Heart Month, the health experts at Envolve, an integrated...
How to Make Spring Break Fun for Kids with Special Needs
In this article: Practical ideas from a special needs mom to make spring break less stressful—whether you’re staying home or planning a trip. How To Make Spring Break Fun!...
A Story of Inspiration: How Vernon Changed My Perception of Disability
How Vernon Changed My Perception of Disability It was the summer after my freshman year of high school and I had decided that I wanted to volunteer for the Special...
Is It Meatless Monday Or Taco Tuesday? Chickpea & Butternut Squash Tacos
Chickpea & Butternut Squash Tacos from the “Taco Tuesday Cookbook” Yield: 4 servings These simple, budget-friendly tacos work just as well for Meatless Monday as Taco Tuesday! You’ll will love...
2018 Best Toys for Kids with Special Needs
2018 Best Toys for Kids Written by Ahren Hoffman, director of education American Specialty Toy Retailing Association Fred Rogers famously shared that “Play is often talked about as if it...
2018 Mom Approved Gift Ideas For Special Kids
Like many parents of a child or teen with additional needs, I find it challenging to think of new gift ideas each Christmas. My son BJ lives with cerebral palsy...
Simple Cookie Icing (Squeeze Bottle) Plus 4 “Hacks to Help!”
Simple Cookie Icing This icing dries hard and is perfect for coating the top of your cookies prior to decorating (adding sprinkles or other decorations). It makes decorating sugar cookies...