Articles
(2020) Time Inn: A Welcoming Accommodation
Published in May-July 2020 issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest.
A cozy “getaway” place may be exactly what a child needs to calm down and get some necessary time alone before re-entering the group.
Read More(2020) Why Kids Love Building Forts — by Susan Margolin
Children love building and snuggling into forts, and experts say that kids need private get-aways more than ever.
Read More(2020) Postcard Pals
Published April 23 at PsychologyToday.com
Sending picture postcards helps children feel connected when we are all cooped up and coping with COVID-19.
Read More(2020) Because of Jake
Published in February – April 2020 issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest
Because of having autism, Jake Cassell (2001 – 2019) was a sensational inventor, fixer, artist and musician.
Read More(2020) Blue Toenails and Other Rituals
Published February 4, 2020 at Psychology Today.com
Family rituals help children develop good manners, self-help skills, and emotional security.
Read More(2019) Daniel’s Xylophone
Published in Nov. 2019 – Jan. 2020 issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest
Preschooler Daniel communicated effectively with his classmates using his own “language” of numbers and music.
Read More(2019) Speaking Positively to Children
Published on October 18 at PsychologyToday.com
A parent or teacher’s affirmative responses can turn kids’ stumbles into great learning experiences.
Read More(2019) Sensory “Quinks” for the New School Year
In Aug.-Oct. issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest
Sensory-motor “Quinks” (short for Quick In-Sync activities) at school may ease your child’s transition into this year’s classroom. Share these and your own family’s favorite Quinks with the teacher to incorporate into the school day.
Read More(2019) Rehearsals for Life
Published on August 6th at PsychologyToday.com
Frequently and purposely, we provide our children with opportunities to practice the skills they will need throughout their lives. Especially if our kids have developmental delays such as autism or sensory processing disorder, we know the importance of practice, practice, practice.
Read More(2019) Tommy’s Extrasensory Grace
Published in May – July 2019 issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest
SPD is an asset when it enables some people, even young children, to be extraordinarily sensitive to others’ feelings. Tommy, a preschooler with severe SPD, comforts a scared little girl as no other person could.