Learning disabilities: I can learn….
Parents fear that their child’s language based learning disability will limit opportunities, but with additional supports like speech/language therapy this is not true.
Asperger Syndrome: Nonfiction vs Fiction
Do people with Asperger Syndrome prefer fiction or non-fiction? It has been suggested that people with Asperger prefer nonfiction because it provides fact-based information related to their special interest. However, I have known people with Asperger syndrome who enjoyed fiction. The lack of interest in reading fiction usually begins in childhood when children begin […]
10 Fruits in 60 seconds: The importance of categorization
“Quick, in 60 seconds name 10 items that go in the category, fruits.”
Language is Everywhere
We have all had exhausting days as parents when all we want to do is get home, but at the same time when opportunity knocks its important to seize the moment to teach our children.
Looking for signs of …
Do you ever get the feeling people are not understanding what you are saying? What are some of the signs that this is happening to you? You are talking, but instead of people commenting, they are shaking their head with a stiff smile on their face as if they are agreeing. Another sign is no […]