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Introducing Tonie: A bright student tackling her science journey with ADHD. At Labster, we believe every student deserves engaging and accessible science education. It's stories like Tonie's that inspire us daily, showing the real impact of our immersive simulations. Read more about her experience: https://bit.ly/3IcGUC8

Need to connect with other parents who "get it"? Join us for in-person parent support! MARCH TOPIC: Processing Skills and the Brain ➡️ Does your child have difficulty remembering information? ➡️ Does she take a lot of effort to complete work even when directions are clear? Despite your child's best efforts, the skills in her "mental toolbox" may not be strong enough to support comfortable learning. This month we will explore Chapters 6 and 17 of At Wit's End, A Parent's Guide to Ending the Struggle, Tears and Turmoil of Learning Disabilities, and we'll discuss processing skills and how brain research tells us the brain can be retrained to correct learning and attention challenges. Join the in-person meeting to ask questions, get support, and be part of the conversation. 📍 Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024 📍 Time: 10am Pacific 📍 Location: On-Site at SLC Irvine - 1150 Main St. Suite C, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP for PEACE: https://zurl.co/HIdu

Need to connect with other parents who "get it"? Join us for in-person parent support! MARCH TOPIC: Processing Skills and the Brain ➡️ Does your child have difficulty remembering information? ➡️ Does she take a lot of effort to complete work even when directions are clear? Despite your child's best efforts, the skills in her "mental toolbox" may not be strong enough to support comfortable learning. This month we will explore Chapters 6 and 17 of At Wit's End, A Parent's Guide to Ending the Struggle, Tears and Turmoil of Learning Disabilities, and we'll discuss processing skills and how brain research tells us the brain can be retrained to correct learning and attention challenges. Join the in-person meeting to ask questions, get support, and be part of the conversation. 📍 Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024 📍 Time: 10am Pacific 📍 Location: On-Site at SLC Irvine - 1150 Main St. Suite C, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP for PEACE: https://zurl.co/HIdu

An average American household has 17 screens compared to 2.4 screens just 20 years ago. Screen has replaced play in Young Children, taking away valuable time for brain development and other developments. I recently trained 9 Early Years Professionals on the importance of play and how to share it with parents. I created a 3000-words guide to help them to walk through the steps of facilitating play: • Planning • Set-Up • Active Observation • Reporting You can access the guide in the comment Read this post and more on my Typeshare Social Blog: https://lnkd.in/gjPCzJxk

Join Transforming Autism next Monday & Tuesday (21st & 22nd Oct) at 6 pm for our 2-part webinar "Sensory Processing and Strategies to help pre-school age Children". Learn strategies to help preschool-age children with Sensory Processing with Occupational Therapist Catriona Harrison-Harvey. In part 1 you'll learn how to understand what the sensory systems are - visual, auditory, vestibular, proprioception, tactile, and interoception. You'll discover how these systems work together to contribute to a child’s overall development. You'll also find out the common signs, triggers or symptoms of sensory processing challenges in children under the age of 5 and how you can recognise them. In part 2 we will explore strategies for supporting your child with sensory processing challenges. You will learn some practical strategies and interventions that you can use to support your children at home. We will also discuss the importance of collaboration with caregivers and educators in supporting children in their journeys with sensory processing needs. Both webinars are an affordable £25 (recordings will be available to anyone who registers), which will go towards supporting young families with autistic children. Share with your friends and family. Register here https://lnkd.in/ehqAPhTS? #TransformingAutism #SensoryProcessing #AutismStrategies #EarlyIntervention #LifelongDifference

Learn more about the DIRFloortime model and how it supports students with neurodevelopmental delays from Rebecca School's Tina McCourt https://lnkd.in/embHzHap

In this eye-opening video, we're tackling the prevalent misconception surrounding autism being curable. 🚫🧩💔 Join us as we dive deep into the scientific facts and expert opinions that debunk this myth once and for all. 📚💡 Share this important video to spread awareness and build a more understanding society. 💙✨ Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if you found it enlightening! 👍✨ #AutismAwareness #DebunkingMyths #SpreadKnowledge

🧡 Take a look at this wonderful resource from Positive Partnerships: Most Likely / Least Likely Template https://lnkd.in/gVFy8u7D 🤔 Have you ever thought about the quiet link between behavior and sensory processing for those on the autism spectrum? It's a subtle dance, not always easy to put into words, but its impact runs deep. ✨ Why Does It Matter? For us educators, understanding this link is like having a superpower! It empowers us to craft personalized strategies for our autistic students, making sure they not only survive but truly thrive in an environment that respects and caters to their unique sensory needs. 🚀 🔍 Digging Deeper: The 'Most Likely / Least Likely' template isn't just a resource; it's like finding a secret code to understand the mysteries of sensory-seeking or sensory-avoiding behavior. It's about fostering better communication and connection in our classrooms. 💡 How Can You Use It? Take a moment to dive into this resource, make it a part of your teaching toolkit, and witness the positive changes it can bring to your approach. It's not just about adapting; it's about genuinely understanding and embracing the special qualities of each student. 💬 Let's Share! Have you come across similar tools? Share your stories or drop any other resources that have made a difference for you in the comments. Together, we're creating spaces where every student feels not just supported, but truly seen and understood! 🌟💙 #NeurodiversityChampions #SensoryInsights #TeachingWithHeart #PositivePartnerships #LinkedInFamily 💡📚

Thrilled to share my enthusiasm for ‘Beyond Behaviours: Using Brain Science and Compassion to Understand and Solve Children's Behavioral Challenges' by Mona Delahooke. This insightful read sheds light on the concerns around how behaviors are understood, interpreted, and managed for children diagnosed on the autism spectrum. As someone deeply invested in understanding autism spectrum challenges this book resonated deeply with me. Highly recommend this book to all educators, parents, and professionals in the field! #AutismAwareness #BehavioralScience #CompassionateApproach

We know there is a lot of noise out there around screentime. And while the evidence isn’t always clear, this latest study shows that for some kids - especially those with more challenging temperament types - screen use may impact self regulation skills, and lead to more difficult behaviors. That’s an important message for parents who use screentime regularly to try and calm challenging behaviors. Interested to learn more? Check out the article here: https://bit.ly/3zAkB91