Tips for Parents

How to Help a Minimally Verbal Autistic Child Communicate: Less Questions, More Curiosity

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.

Tips for Parents

Free Tools and Resources for Autism Families, Teachers, and Therapists

A practical roundup of free autism resources organized by who they help most: parents and families, special education teachers, and speech therapists.

Special Education

What Is an IEP? A Plain-English Guide for Autism Parents

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.

Social Stories

What Is a Social Story?

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.