special education + behavior management + reading + schedules
Why I Teach That Autism and Schedules Work Together Why do I teach that autism and schedules work together? Because in my lived experience with my son Jacob and in my classrooms, replacing chaos with calm has always come through structure and consistency. If you are parenting, teaching, or loving a child on the autism […]
3 Ways You Can Stop Chaos on Autism Island Use My Calm Home Autism Routines If your home feels loud, unpredictable, and exhausting, you are not failing. You are simply doing what you have always done in a situation that now requires something new. That was me with Jacob. I loved my son deeply, but […]
If you’re an autism parent who feels like every day starts in survival mode, you are not failing. You’re tired. You’re carrying more than most people can see. Life on Autism Island can feel lonely. 🏝️ Your circle gets smaller. Invitations fade. Friends drift. And some days, it feels like the world keeps moving while […]
Why Christmas Shopping Is Overwhelming When Your Child Has Level 2 Autism 🎄 Christmas shopping is supposed to be joyful. You picture finding the perfect gift, wrapping it with care, and watching your child light up on Christmas morning. But when you’re parenting a child with Level 2 autism, Christmas shopping is overwhelming in a […]
