January 31, 2021
by Shannon
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Educators, parents, and professionals were inspired and energized by our Jan. 25th workshop with Paula Kluth. Using her book – “Just Give Him the Whale!” – as a jumping-off point, we discussed how fascinations are a powerful tool for engaging … Continue reading
December 21, 2020
by Editorial Team
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Exploring the power of “Just Give Him the Whale!” with parents and educators on December 15 was delightful and inspiring. Talking as a group and feeding off each other’s experiences helped make the stories shared in the book by Author … Continue reading
July 1, 2020
by Shannon
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I started a new ritual in March of this year. Every Sunday, I delete the events, appointments, and activities on our calendar; as yet again in-person classes, workshops, and enrichment options for my kids get cancelled. This delete-as-we-go ritual became particularly hard as we moved into summer. Summer camp? Gone. Trips? Canceled. Tennis, swimming lessons, music, and Ultimate Frisbee? Not happening.
As I watch the summer stretch ahead of us unfilled and endless, I have discovered a few options that just may get us through the next few months. Continue reading
February 9, 2018
by Shannon
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The Works Museum is hosting a conversation with families who have previously visited the museum, and who have a 5 to 12 year-old child/children on the autism spectrum. They’d like to hear about your experience during family visits to the … Continue reading
July 30, 2017
by JeanneLovesBooks
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Ernest, The Moose Who Doesn’t Fit, by Catherine Rayner Ernest is an endearing moose who is so large he doesn’t fit on the pages of his own book. “Luckily, Ernest is also a very determined moose. He’s not going to … Continue reading
October 17, 2016
by Ann
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Public schools are required to create an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for every child receiving special education services from age three through high school graduation or until age 22. The IEP addresses each child’s unique learning issues and includes specific … Continue reading
August 24, 2016
by Ann
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The new school year means increased anxiety for many children, especially those with autism. The unknowns – who is going to be my teacher, will I know some of the students in my classroom, will I be able to find … Continue reading
November 26, 2015
by Shannon
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Today, I want to give thanks. This fall has been a whirlwind of transitions for our family – mostly centering around a move to a new school. For families like ours, this means a whole new support team in addition … Continue reading
November 20, 2015
by Chris
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I wake up early (early enough so that my two-year-old is still sleeping), make coffee, open a book that is just a little over my head, usually philosophy, and then begin reading as dreams slowly give way to words. As … Continue reading
November 16, 2015
by Editorial Team
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All of your favorite people together in one location! We’re bringing together a diverse group of advocates and partners to provide parents with resources and information to support their children both within Minneapolis Public Schools and in the community. Come … Continue reading
