Flour-based bread may not be healthy for every one. A food allergy or intolerance can make a person ill. This allergen free rice bread recipe avoids the major foods that can cause a reaction. It is free of milk, wheat, oat, egg, soy, and nuts. One of my children was diagnosed with food allergies. He outgrew […]
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Children who have autism are challenged by difficulties in social interactions, speech and language impairments, atypical behaviors, and learning (Simpson & Zionts, 2000). Autism is often described as a spectrum disorder (ASD) as the severity of symptoms, age of onset, and associations with other disorders vary with each child (Lord & McGee, 2001). Regardless of […]
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One of the key diagnostic criteria for autism includes deficits in social skills. Social skills are the set of unwritten rules we use to interact with other people using both our words and our bodies. Neuro-typical children acquire social skills through observation and interaction with other people in the home and community. Children with autism […]
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A cow’s milk allergy is one of the most common food-based allergens in children, affecting 2 percent of youngsters under the age of 4. Finding an alternate source of protein and calcium is critical for optimal development. Soy milk may be a viable alternative for young children; however, commercial soy milk may not have adequate fat […]
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Sensory Sensitivities Sensory sensitivities are common in children with autism; however, children without autism may also have a sensory processing disorder. Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition where the sensory signals from the nervous system are not organized in a typical fashion. Someone with SPD may be over- or under- reactive to sounds, texture, taste, […]
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Some children have really challenging behaviors. Hitting, spitting, kicking, screaming, etc. may occur multiple times a day or a few times a week. Typical discipline approaches may not work with these children. A specialized behavior plan should be developed to focus on missing skills that contribute to the challenging behavior. “The Explosive Child: A new Approach […]
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Whether you are a parent helping your child at home or a teacher in a classroom, a child’s behavior can interfere with learning and daily tasks. Disruptive, aggressive, other inappropriate behavior can be successfully changed with a well designed behavior plan. Behavior plans are not always successful. I have compiled 5 Reasons Behavior Plans […]
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How do you know which math curriculum will work for you and your child and which you should avoid? Wading through the marketed homeschool math curriculum can be a daunting task. When I began my search, I wondered through sites searching out reviews for the curricula I was interested in trying. Price, value, and quality […]
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