Practical guides and information for autism parents, teachers, and therapists.
Nearly half of autistic children leave a safe area at some point. Build a layered safety plan for home, school, and your neighborhood, from door alarms to a one-page plan every caregiver can follow.
Visual schedules turn the invisible flow of the day into something autistic kids can see and predict. Here is how they reduce transition anxiety, which type fits your child, and how to build one at home.
ABA therapy explained in plain English: how it works, who provides it, how many hours, what it costs, what the research actually says, and the criticisms parents should hear.
An IEP provides special education under IDEA. A 504 plan gives accommodations under civil rights law so kids can access regular classes. Here is who qualifies for each, how they compare, and how to request one.
We may be asking our autistic children too many questions. Here is a different approach that reduces pressure, builds curiosity, and helps minimally verbal children find their own reasons to communicate.
A practical roundup of free autism resources organized by who they help most: parents and families, special education teachers, and speech therapists.
IEP stands for Individualized Education Program. If your child qualifies for special education, the school is required to create one. Here is what it means, who is involved, and what to ask.
A simple, proven tool for helping children with autism understand and prepare for everyday situations. Learn what social stories are, how they help, and how to make one.