special education + behavior management + reading + schedules
Hello Autism Island Parents, Let’s talk about a battle we all face, boosting autism homework schedules. On Autism Island, getting through schoolwork can feel like climbing a mountain with flip-flops on. 😅 The tears, the resistance, the “I don’t want to do it!”—sound familiar? https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2926912/ But here’s what we’ve learned with Jacob: the secret isn’t forcing […]
The Holidays Are Coming… and So Is Chaos (Unless You Plan!) Let’s talk about autism holiday routine tips: Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are meant to be joyful, restful, even sacred. But if you’re parenting a child on the autism spectrum, especially a Level 2 or Level 3, then you already know: holidays often bring […]
Autism Parenting Emotional Burnout If you’re parenting a child with level 2 or 3 autism, you probably know this feeling all too well: “Did I choose the right therapy?” “Should I have pushed harder… or backed off?” “Am I failing them?” “Will they ever be able to live independently?” “Can I survive this long term?” […]
Autism And Birthday Celebrations If you’ve been following our journey here at Educating Jacob, you know life on Autism Island is full of adventures, surprises, and a little unpredictability — especially when it comes to birthday celebrations. This year’s birthday was… well, different — peaceful, no meltdowns, and Jacob was genuinely happy with everything he […]
