Speech Therapy Tips for Kids with Autism: 12 Everyday Communication Opportunities

Speech Therapy Tips for Kids with Autism

Key Takeaway Speech therapy happens all day, not just in our speech sessions. Mealtimes, play, reading, shopping, bedtime. This routine develops speech, language, and AAC skills. You can help your child by modeling language, providing true choices, allowing time to respond, following their lead, and celebrating every aspect of communication–words, gestures, sounds, all of it.… Continue reading Speech Therapy Tips for Kids with Autism: 12 Everyday Communication Opportunities

Sensory-Friendly Activities for Kids with Autism: How to Build a Low-Stress Activity Menu

Sensory-Friendly Activities for Kids with Autism

Key Takeaway Every child’s different, so sensory-friendly activities should match their own needs, preferences, and way of communicating. Keep a relaxed menu handy, including calming, movement, tactile, transition, and recovery. Try the Notice → Try → Adjust approach, and focus on comfort and connection, not pushing a child to finish something they’re not ready for.… Continue reading Sensory-Friendly Activities for Kids with Autism: How to Build a Low-Stress Activity Menu