An Apology From Your Child’s Former Teacher
Stumbled upon this blog post from Flappiness is.com and it struck a nerve! I wish some of our teachers would be so enlightened… An Apology From Your Child’s Former Teacher Dear Parents of Special-Needs Children I’ve Taught In the Past, I need to make a big apology. You see, I’ve been teaching now for fourteen years, but I have only just recently joined your ranks. I didn’t know. Not even a clue. I thought, mistakenly, that having two special-needs children in my family made...
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are one of the most complex neurological conditions which affect individuals in the field of social communication, interaction and flexibility of mind. Due to the nature of condition, people with ASD have difficulties in terms of self-advocating their fundamental rights. Therefore the project “Activate yourself!” has been developed to encourage active participation of young people with ASD; empower them as active citizens, make them aware of their role in...
Read MoreGetting ready for the Holidays
The holidays are fast approaching with the US kicking off their Thanksgiving celebration tomorrow. As much as it is a jolly happy time for us, for our children the holidays can be very stressful as their schedule is up-ended and the decorations distracting. not to mention the number of persons they are subjected to through family dinners and get togethers. The website Autism Spectrum Therapies put together a small list/guide of tips to help our children on the spectrum transition through the...
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