autism

Leave a comment Posted on Autism

17 Children’s Books That Promote Understanding Of Autism

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 1 in 68 children in the U.S. has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Yet despite improvements, people with autism are still relatively underrepresented in the realm of film, TV and literature.

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we compiled a list of children’s books that feature characters on the spectrum and tackle issues related to autism.

While some speak from the perspective of a child with autism, others show the perspective of a neurotypical sibling or friend. All promote understanding and acceptance for kids on the spectrum.

  • 1 We’re Amazing, 1, 2, 3!
    Big Golden Book
    This Sesame Street storybook focuses on a recent character addition — Elmo’s friend Julia, who has autism.
    (Written by Leslie Kimmelman. Illustrated by Marybeth Nelson.)
  • 2 My Brother Charlie
    Scholastic
    Actress and advocate Holly Robinson Peete collaborated with her daughter Ryan to write My Brother Charlie, which is based on Ryan’s experience having a twin brother with autism.
    (Written by Holly Robinson Peete and Ryan Elizabeth Peete. Illustrated by Shane W. Evans.)
  • 3 The Girl Who Thought In Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin
    The Innovation Press
    The Girl Who Thought In Pictures tells the inspiring story of world-renowned scientist Dr. Temple Grandin, who grew up at a time when society doubted people like her would accomplish anything.
    (Written by Julia Finley Mosca. Illustrated by Daniel Rieley.)
  • 4 Ethan’s Story: My Life With Autism
    Anchor Group
    Eight-year-old Ethan Rice shared his story with others to raise awareness and show what autism means to him.
    (Written by Ethan Rice. Illustrated by Crystal Smalls Ord.)

Find out about the rst here.

Leave a comment Posted on Autism

Disciplining an Autistic Child

Our LANDing Crew

Our LANDing Crew

From Our LANDing Crew

Autism and discipline can be a hard topic as disciplining an autistic child is difficult! I hope this video helps other autism parents out there understand punishment with autism better. Please remember that the route you decide in punishing your special needs child can have either a positive or negative effect. If you are unsure, please talk to a professional. I am NOT a professional, doctor, therapist, or anything inbetween.

Leave a comment Posted on Autism

SIGNS OF AUTISM IN TEENAGERS + OLDER CHILDREN

Signs of autism in teenagers

Signs of autism in teenagers

Are you wondering if you are or have an autistic teenager? Tune in as I go over the symptoms and signs of autism in teenagers and older children whether it’s mild autism, high functioning autism, or a child with Aspergers!

Leave a comment Posted on Autism

What is the difference between high functioning autism and Asperger’s syndrome? From Aspie World!

ASPERGERS vs High Functioning AUTISM

ASPERGERS vs High Functioning AUTISM

These are the three primary differences between Aspergers and High Functioning Autism.

In this video I discuss the differences between Asperger’s Syndrome and High Functioning Autism and why the terms will not be long on the diagnosis assessment much longer.

Leave a comment Posted on Autism, Patient Talk

Meet Milo, the robot that’s changing the lives of autistic children

Milo the robout helping autistic students

Milo the robot helping autistic students

The newest instructor at Tom C. Gooch Elementary is unlike any others there.

Milo, who started at the northwest Dallas school a month ago, looks like his fellow co-workers and some of his students in many ways. He sports a spiky brown hairstyle, smiles when he’s happy, frowns when he’s sad, and asks students about their interests.

But he’s also less than 2 feet tall, possesses blue arms and legs, and has a small screen in the middle of his chest. That’s because Milo, a doll-like robot, was designed to help young students with autism learn new vocabulary, calming techniques and other coping skills.

“He’s a very non-threatening way for kids to learn better social and emotional skills,” said Soraya Gollop, community liaison for Gooch Elementary. “A key way to allow our students with autism to be within the general population and be part of the classroom, which is best for their academic achievement, is to teach them those coping skills. That’s when Milo comes in.”

But Milo doesn’t work alone.

Read more here