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Friday, July 5, 2013
Autism in the News:
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Misunderstood Minds
This is a companion site to the PBS Special on Learning Differences and Disabilities. There is great info here! Try it out here.
If you never struggled as a student, here is an opportunity to experience, what school is like for too many students. It is vital we have empathy for what struggling learners experience on a daily basis.
PBS.org has created a set of interactive activities which offer the chance to simulate reading disabilities, writing disabilities or attentional issues. Try it out here.
This is a companion site to the PBS Special on Learning Differences and Disabilities. There is great info here! Try it out here.
If you never struggled as a student, here is an opportunity to experience, what school is like for too many students. It is vital we have empathy for what struggling learners experience on a daily basis.
PBS.org has created a set of interactive activities which offer the chance to simulate reading disabilities, writing disabilities or attentional issues. Try it out here.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/game/tools/flash-card-maker?cid=PNL/e/20130509///Elementary/flashcardmakertool///RET/1478541/&ym_MID=1478541&ym_rid=10748929 |
Spelling Wizard
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Friendly Greetings From Around the World
Teach your child ways to say "Hello" from every corner of the globe. http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/article/writing-activities/friendly-greetings-around-world
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Five finger rule
How do you know if a book is too hard for your child?
This video involves showing children how to pick out the "Just
Right Book" for him/her. This video model uses the "Five
Finger Rule". Allowing the book to be just right. Not to hard
nor easy and still offers new words for growth.
Link below to video:
http://www.greatschools.org/Reading/4339-Finding-right-books-for-child-video.gs
Children whose parents frequently read with them in their first year of school are still showing the benefit when they are 15, says an international study. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-15639642
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
7 Tips for Improving Reading Fluency
Helping Students with Dyslexia and Language Disabilities Become Better Readers
1) Model Good Reading
2) Choral Reading: Reading as a Group
3) Record Before and After Readings
4) Repeated Readings
5) Follow Along in the Text
6) Word Recognition (very helpful)
7) Create a Set Reading Tim
Link to this article
http://specialed.about.com/od/readingliteracy/a/7tipsforreadingfluency.htm
More Reading Fluency Resources
Related Articles
- Dyslexia - Shared Reading to Improve Reading Fluency and Build Word Recognition.
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- Reading Comprehension - Tips for Teaching to Students with Dyslexia
- Fluency Tutor
- What is Reading Fluency - Why Reading Fluency is Important
- A Balanced Literacy Approach to Reading Comprehension
- Teaching Reading Comprehensin to Children with Dyslexia
- Improving Reading Comprehension in Students with Dyslexia
- Repeated Reading - Fluency and Comprehension Strategy
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- Improving Reading Comprehension in Students With ADHD
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Social Skills 101:
These are a few articles I came across while searching new ideas.
Social skills and academic achievement.
What does the research have to say about social skills interventions and programs for children with disabilities? This Evidence for Education reviews the findings of research and includes examples of social skills interventions that can be applied in both classroom and home settings.
Learning difficulties and social skills: What's the connection?
This article explores the meaning of social competence and how learning difficulties can affect a student's ability to read social cues and respond in ways that promote relationship building. Tips for parents on how to build their child's social skills are included.
http://tinyurl.com/afudzmv
This article explores the meaning of social competence and how learning difficulties can affect a student's ability to read social cues and respond in ways that promote relationship building. Tips for parents on how to build their child's social skills are included.
http://tinyurl.com/afudzmv
Your child's social and emotional skills.
The National Center for Learning Disabilities offers this rich suite of resources on social skills and young people with learning disabilities.
http://www.ncld.org/parents-child-disabilities/social-emotional-skills
The National Center for Learning Disabilities offers this rich suite of resources on social skills and young people with learning disabilities.
http://www.ncld.org/parents-child-disabilities/social-emotional-skills
Social skills toolbox.
From Do2Learn, this robust toolkit focuses on improving social skills and behavior, and includes lots of graphic organizers and tools.
http://www.do2learn.com/organizationtools/SocialSkillsToolbox/index.htm
From Do2Learn, this robust toolkit focuses on improving social skills and behavior, and includes lots of graphic organizers and tools.
http://www.do2learn.com/organizationtools/SocialSkillsToolbox/index.htm
Teaching social skills to those who don't have them (yet).
Lots of useful insights and practical guidance in this article.
http://www.behavioradvisor.com/SocialSkills.html
Lots of useful insights and practical guidance in this article.
http://www.behavioradvisor.com/SocialSkills.html
PBIS World
This website is rich with resources on positive behavioral interventions and supports, with over 200 pages of content and lots of links to worthwhile articles and tools for addressing a wide range of student behavior issues. When you enter the site (via the link below), you'll see the many areas you can explore. "Lack of Social Skills" is one of them. But look at all the others!
Michelle Garcia has the patent on Social Thinking. Kelly Bleckley's article "20+ Tips and Strategies for Volunteer and Group Leaders: Supporting Individuals with Social Learning Challenges in Your Group" offers practical advice and hands-on strategies any adult can use to make group activities go more smoothly. Kelly Bleckley is a speech-language pathologist who worked at the Social Thinking clinic in San Jose and is currently working in the private and public school setting in Marin County, CA. She is a volunteer in a youth program and is actively working with local organizations to help integrate and support students with social learning challenges. Read the full 10-page mini-guide article on SocialThinking.com and feel free to share it with group leaders in your community!
Friday, January 4, 2013
Autism Speaks Canada
All information below is to inform individuals about the resources available on
the Autism Speaks Canada Website. Please visit the website for comprehensive
details.
What is Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors... Read on at link below.
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/what-is-autism/
Developmental Milestones
Milestones enable parents and physicians to monitor a baby's learning, behaviour, and development. While each child develops differently, some differences may indicate a slight delay and others may be a cause for greater concern. The following milestones provide important guidelines for tracking healthy development from four months to five years of age... Read on at link below.
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/early-warning-signs/developmental-milestones/
Learn About the Symptoms
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are characterized by social-interaction difficulties, communication challenges and a tendency to engage in repetitive behaviors. However, symptoms and their severity vary widely across these three core areas. Read on at link below. http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/what-is-autism/learn-about-the-symptoms/
Associated Medical Conditions
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/what-is-autism/associated-medical-conditions/
Facts and Stats
Did you know? ...
- Autism now affects 1 in 88 children and 1 in 54 boys (March 2012 statistic)
- The 2012 numbers reflect a 78% increase in reported prevalence in the last 6 years
- Autism prevalence figures are growing
- Boys are four times more likely than girls to have autism
- There is no medical detection or cure for autism
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/facts-and-stats/
Early Warning Signs
Research now suggests that children as young as one year old can show some early warning signs of autism. The most important thing you can do as a parent or caregiver is to learn the early signs of autism and understand the typical developmental milestones your child should be reaching at different ages. If you have any concerns about your child's development, don't wait. Speak to your doctor about screening your child for autism. While validated screening for autism starts typically only as young as 16 months ... Read on at link below.
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/early-warning-signs/
How is Autism Diagnosed
The Modified Checklist of Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) is a list of informative questions about your child. The answers can indicate whether he or she should be further evaluated by a specialist such as a developmental pediatrician, neurologist, psychiatrist or psychologist. Read on at link below
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/how-is-autism-diagnosed/
Accessing Services
Government Funded Programs and Services vary by province or territory. Find out what is available in your area at the link below.
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/about-autism/accessing-services/
Autism Speaks Canada blog
http://www.autismspeaks.ca/news/blog1/
Friday, December 28, 2012
Star Wars Snowflakes
To play click on the link below:
Star Wars Snowflakes are just the thing to plan this week as you gear up for the holidays! Download the PDF documents, print them out and cut along the lines. They are very intricate and may require a sharp hobby scissors, so these might not be for the wee ones but will engage even the coolest teen.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
In The News: "Cyber Bullying"
The issue of bullying has been thrust back into the spotlight by Port Coquitlam, B.C., teen Amanda Todd who took her own life Wednesday, weeks after posting a YouTube video... Read more of this article with the link below.....
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2012/10/12/bullying-prevention-funding.html
What can parents do to stop Cyber Bullying?
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Combating Bullying
It seems we can never learn too much to help our children to be aware of and learn about bullying. However when your child has autism or any learning exceptionality it can be even more challenging.
Autism Speaks is always a reliable resource and again is providing some great information regarding bullying.
Read about: Top Ten Facts Parents, Educators and Students Need to Know
Taking Action
"Bully" a powerful documentary (see the trailer)
Bullying and Autism Resources
Read "Combating Bullying" article here:
http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/bullying?utm_source=social-media&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=espeaks
Other Websites
Other Websites
Bullying and Autism: Helping Kids Cope with Getting Excluded
www.education.com
Face Bullying with Confidence – 8 Skills Kids Can Use Right Away
www.kidpower.org
Teach Antibullying, Inc.
www.teachantibullying.com
The National Autistic Society: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders – A Guide for School Staff
www.autism.org.uk
Amaze Information Fact Sheet: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders
www.amaze.org.au
StopBullying.gov
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Interactive Autism Network: Bullying and ASD
www.iancommunity.org
Autism NOW: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders
autismnow.org
www.education.com
Face Bullying with Confidence – 8 Skills Kids Can Use Right Away
www.kidpower.org
Teach Antibullying, Inc.
www.teachantibullying.com
The National Autistic Society: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders – A Guide for School Staff
www.autism.org.uk
Amaze Information Fact Sheet: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders
www.amaze.org.au
StopBullying.gov
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Interactive Autism Network: Bullying and ASD
www.iancommunity.org
Autism NOW: Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorders
autismnow.org
The Incredible 5 Point Scale
The Incredible 5 Point Scale was developed to share information about the use of the 5-point scale and other systems to teach social and emotional concepts to individuals on the autism spectrum.
Kari Dunn Buron is the co-author of The Incredible 5-Point Scale, and the author of When My Worries Get Too Big, A 5 Could Make Me Lose Control and A 5 is Against the Law! (2008 ASA literary award winner). Kari is the co-editor of a textbook for educators titled Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators (2009 ASA literary award winner) and is the creator of an original social skills magazine designed for students with Asperger Syndrome called The Social Times (2010 Gold Winner, National Patenting Publications Award and Gold Medal Winner - Moonbeam Children's Book Awards).
Home Page: www.5pointscale.com
Other Projects: http://www.5pointscale.com/other_projects.htm
See this PDF at:
http://seasdnetwork.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/incredible-5-point-scale-asd-conference.pdf
The 5 Point Scale APP is available FREE from iTunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/autism-5-point-scale-ep/id467303313?mt=8
The Incredible 5 Point Scale was developed to share information about the use of the 5-point scale and other systems to teach social and emotional concepts to individuals on the autism spectrum.
Kari Dunn Buron is the co-author of The Incredible 5-Point Scale, and the author of When My Worries Get Too Big, A 5 Could Make Me Lose Control and A 5 is Against the Law! (2008 ASA literary award winner). Kari is the co-editor of a textbook for educators titled Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators (2009 ASA literary award winner) and is the creator of an original social skills magazine designed for students with Asperger Syndrome called The Social Times (2010 Gold Winner, National Patenting Publications Award and Gold Medal Winner - Moonbeam Children's Book Awards).Home Page: www.5pointscale.com
Other Projects: http://www.5pointscale.com/other_projects.htm
See this PDF at:
http://seasdnetwork.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/incredible-5-point-scale-asd-conference.pdf
The 5 Point Scale APP is available FREE from iTunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/autism-5-point-scale-ep/id467303313?mt=8
Thursday, October 11, 2012
New Free Resources: Halloween Social Skill Stories, Songs, Videos, Activities, and More!
View Positively Autism's page of Halloween tips, resources, and activities, here: http://www.positivelyautism.com/free/unit_halloween.html
Halloween Social Skill Stories
Here's a social skill story from Positively
Autism about handing out candy to children from home on Halloween. http://www.positivelyautism.com/downloads/socialstory_trickortreat.pdf
Valerie Herskowitz has written a story about
Trick-orTreating. http://www.valerieherskowitz.com/downloads/TT.ppt
Halloween Activities from TinSnips Special Education website: http://www.tinsnips.org/Pages/halloween.html
Halloween Activities from TinSnips Special Education website: http://www.tinsnips.org/Pages/halloween.html
2Learn.ca has a new website for
Parents of Early Learners?
Early Learning in a Digital World is to support parents of early learners aged 2 to 8 years in understanding the effective and appropriate use of technology, including safely navigating through the online landscape with their children.
http://www.schoolwires.com/cms/lib3/SW00000001/Centricity/Domain/36/Blended%20Learning%20Whitepaper-r3.pdf
Find out how Schoolwires® technologies support a blended learning environment.
Visit us at http://www.schoolwires.com/domain/32
Defining the Emerging Role of Social Learning Tools to Connect Students, Parents & Educators June 2012
http://www.schoolwires.com/cms/lib3/SW00000001/Centricity/Domain/36/schoolwires_
ProjectTomorrow_WhitePaper.pdf
Digital Learning Now!
http://digitallearningnow.com/
District Administration: Building a Blended Learning Program
http://www.districtadministration.com/article/building-blended-learning-program
INNOSIGHT INSTITUTE: Classifying K-12 Blended Learning
http://www.innosightinstitute.org/innosight/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Classifying-K-12-blendedlearning2.pdf
INNOSIGHT INSTITUTE: Rise of Blended Learning:
http://www.innosightinstitute.org/innosight/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/The-Rise-of-K-12-Blended-
Learning.pdf
International Association for K-12 Online Learning
http://www.inacol.org/
Project Tomorrow
http://www.tomorrow.org/
U.S. Distance Learning Association
http://www.usdla.org/
November Learning:
http://novemberlearning.com/
http://www.schoolwires.com/cms/lib3/SW00000001/Centricity/Domain/36/Blended%20Learning%20Whitepaper-r3.pdf
Find out how Schoolwires® technologies support a blended learning environment.
Visit us at http://www.schoolwires.com/domain/32
Defining the Emerging Role of Social Learning Tools to Connect Students, Parents & Educators June 2012
http://www.schoolwires.com/cms/lib3/SW00000001/Centricity/Domain/36/schoolwires_
ProjectTomorrow_WhitePaper.pdf
Digital Learning Now!
http://digitallearningnow.com/
District Administration: Building a Blended Learning Program
http://www.districtadministration.com/article/building-blended-learning-program
INNOSIGHT INSTITUTE: Classifying K-12 Blended Learning
http://www.innosightinstitute.org/innosight/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Classifying-K-12-blendedlearning2.pdf
INNOSIGHT INSTITUTE: Rise of Blended Learning:
http://www.innosightinstitute.org/innosight/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/The-Rise-of-K-12-Blended-
Learning.pdf
International Association for K-12 Online Learning
http://www.inacol.org/
Project Tomorrow
http://www.tomorrow.org/
U.S. Distance Learning Association
http://www.usdla.org/
November Learning:
http://novemberlearning.com/
Friday, October 5, 2012
Reading Strategies
Read the top 10 non-book ways to inspire your child to read.
 | Get inspired to read every day with your kids using these expert strategies and book recommendations. Creative Ways to Get Your Child Reading |
| eReading & Learning Many of the same technology options that preschoolers love are just as appropriate for children up to third grade. |
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|  | | Easy as ABC Celebrate Dictionary Day with your child on 10/16 with these activities focusing on alphabetizing. | |
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|  | | Read, Write, Robot Motivate your child to write using this robot-inspired printable activity sheet. | |
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|  | | Family Reading Time Read 9 tips to inspire family reading with your child today. | |
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