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4 Ways to Teach Students Who Take Instructions Literally

Communication, General /

Supporting Neurodivergent Learners with Clear and Visual Communication By Stacy Triplat, CCC-SLP If you’re working with neurodiverse students—especially those on the autism spectrum—one of the most important things to remember is this: they often interpret language literally. This means that common classroom directions, phrases, or figures of speech can easily be misunderstood if not delivered […]

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Understand Big Behaviors at Home and What’s Causing Them

Behavior, Sensory /

Want to understand big behaviors at home?  Do you know what’s causing them? Just as each child is individual and unique, there are many reasons your child may be having big reactions at home.  For neurodiverse children such as those with autism, ADHD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, behaviors communicate how a child’s body and mind are

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Unexpected Schedule Changes & Chaos: 5 Steps to Support Your Child

Behavior /

Unexpected schedule changes can throw off your child’s routine and cause chaos.  Ever had a fun event get cancelled or a routine change unexpectedly?  Our children trust in feeling secure with predictable events and schedules.  Knowing what to expect gives our children an internal sense of calm. “I know what’s going to happen.  I don’t

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