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5 Benefits of Theater Class for High Functioning Autism

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017 Autism, High Functioning Autism, Social Interaction, Social Learning, Social Skills, Theater 12

We have found many benefits of theater class for our daughter with High Functioning Autsim. Read about them here!

Being Wrong Never Felt so Good

March 8, 2017March 28, 2018 Acceptance, Autism, Inclusion, playground, Social Interaction, Social Skills 40

I have seen a child whisper to another child before about Declan. I have seen them point. I have seen them laugh. I have seen them shrug and leave. So I was not prepared for what happened on our latest trip to the playground.

A Different Kind of Play

February 10, 2017February 10, 2017 Autism, Play, Social Interaction, Social Skills 19

Play time has looked a little different in this house. But it continues to evolve!

A Different Kind of Play

February 10, 2017 Autism, Play, Social Interaction, Social Skills 0

Play time has looked a little different in this house. But it continues to evolve!

Working On It

December 20, 2016January 14, 2017 Autism, High Functioning Autism, learning, Social Skills 17

Autism is a spectrum disorder. High Functioning Autism is very easy to overlook or ignore. Read more about it here!

Being A Flexible Friend With High Functioning Autism

October 11, 2016July 14, 2017 Autism, Friendships, Social Skills 12

My daughter with High Functioning Autism has had a hard time learning social cues and social skills. Here is what she is doing to make and KEEP friends!