Create, Experience, Teach From The Heart
As Thanksgiving approaches, classrooms and homes are excitedly buzzing with thoughts of pumpkin pies, gratitude, and turkey crafts. But for children with ADHD, asking them to sit down and write a list about what you’re thankful for can feel frustrating.
As parents, you know your children best. You know their strengths and challenges. Your children confide in you when they get home. Your child spends hours a day in school. Whether your child has learning differences or is struggling socially,
If you have a child who is struggling with reading, then know that you’re not alone. It can be frustrating for both of you, especially if you’re wondering if you are doing enough or if you need to push them
Friendships are a huge part of childhood. For some children, especially those who are neurodivergent or who have social communication challenges, making and maintaining friendships can be incredibly difficult. It can feel as though they are trying to solve a
Halloween can be a magical time for many children as they enjoy choosing their costumes, getting candy and sharing spooky stories. But for many neurodivergent kids, this occasion can cause a great deal of overwhelm and anxiety. As parents and
In the classroom, as soon as October comes around, the hype of Halloween tends to be the focus. With that comes talk about costumes, decorations, themes and candy. But for many children, especially those who are neurodivergent or who have
The first few weeks of school can be exciting but also a bit jittery for many children. For neurodivergent children or those who have sensory processing differences, though, this can be a source of intense anxiety. With unfamiliar classmates, new
Gratitude is a wonderful skill to nurture in young children. However, for kids with ADHD and autism, asking them to say “thank you” or using other traditional methods like this don’t always work. For the most part, it has nothing
Picture this! You’re up and moving because you have a million and one things to do but your child starts one thing, gets distracted, forgets what they were doing and moves on to the next thing while you’re trying to
For a lot of students, the school year can be an exciting time as they get to indulge in back-to-school shopping and have fun with friends. But for many autistic children, starting a new school year can be overwhelming and
