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Visual learning resources for those who think in pictures

Visual learning resources for those who think in pictures

The title of Temple Grandin’s book ‘Thinking in Pictures’ is such an apt description for how I see my eldest son.  Whilst my first language is English I see his as pictures, he has a…

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Autism
How to Support Siblings of Disabled Individuals

How to Support Siblings of Disabled Individuals

Having a sibling is a wonderful thing but as with most family relationships it is full of complexities.  With siblings of individuals with … View Post
Autism
Associated Conditions and Autism Profiles

Associated Conditions and Autism Profiles

Autism is often diagnosed alongside other conditions. There are also additional autistic profiles. In this post I will signpost to information on some of … View Post
Christmas
Christmas Day Visuals

Christmas Day Visuals

Everything is different at Christmas and there are many things that can be hard for autistic children. There are lots of things on Christmas … View Post
Autism
All About Autistic Meltdowns

All About Autistic Meltdowns

What is a meltdown, why do they happen and how to support and recover from them. Meltdown seems to be a word that is … View Post
Products
New Personalised Parent /Carer Support Package

New Personalised Parent /Carer Support Package

Are you confused or overwhelmed with how to help your child?  Do you need ideas and resources to support your child or to … View Post
PECs
What to expect from the PECS Level 1 Workshop

What to expect from the PECS Level 1 Workshop

Back in September 2016 I attended the PECS® Level 1 workshop for the first time. I felt very out of my depth at the time. … View Post
Reviews
PECS Christmas Activity Book Set

PECS Christmas Activity Book Set

Finding the right gifts for our kids can be a challenge so when PECS UK told me they were creating a Christmas Activity Book … View Post
Autism
Autism and Assistive Technology

Autism and Assistive Technology

Technology really is amazing and provides us with so many support avenues. In this post I want to explore some assistive technology we are … View Post
Reviews
Christmas Stocking Fillers 2020

Christmas Stocking Fillers 2020

I am in full Christmas planning mode now, at least the bits for the kids. I have just finished putting together their stocking fillers … View Post