How can you help children with moderate to severe autism become more effective communicators? Discover the Visual Immersion System (VIS), a practical, research-based intervention framework that taps into the strong visual processing skills many children on the spectrum have. Read this introductory chapter excerpt for an overview of the VIS framework. Read More
Read the except and discover the purpose of assessing communication skills. This excerpt also explains who should assess, what skills should be assessed, and how to assess. Read More
Imagine the possibilities for changing student attitudes and perspectives if students were invited not only to share their fascinations but also to serve as classroom experts and teachers in those areas. This quick excerpt provides ideas for building classroom expertise via student interests and passions. Read More
Here's a fun activity designed to build students’ phonological skills while incorporating humor. This sample exercise is from Sounds Like Fun, an activity book packed with jokes and riddles that increase students' awareness of the phonemes that make up words. Read More
Use this chart to help you identify and catalog what everday words and numbers your child is able to recognize and understand. You may write-in additional words as your child encounters them. Read More
In this interview, Dr. Barrera tells us her inspiration behind developing the skilled dialogue concept, while Dr. Kramer explains how skilled dialogue is distinct from other approaches to diversity. Read More
Read this two-page excerpt to learn about a variety of strategies for implementing "communicative temptations" with your child with Autism. These strategies can be used during everyday routines such as meal time, bath time, bedtime, and while getting dressed. Read More
Use these practical tips to judge the appropriateness of a treatment or intervention approach recommended for your child. The tips were gathered from Let's Talk, a practical guide for parents of young children with autism. Read More
Watch as speech-language pathologists demonstrate the Rapid Series of Motor Activities (RSMA) approach to teaching preverbal children with ASD to talk. Read More
Use these practical tips to make playtime with your child with ASD enjoyable for everyone. The tips were gathered from Let's Talk, a practical guide for parents of young children with autism. Read More
