Angela Charalambous, a reading specialist from the Workshop Reading Centre in Johannesburg discusses strategies to support children to enjoy reading and feel more confident.
Jane Crawford and Helen Cottell from the West Sussex County Council Autism and Social Communication Team discuss the information in the ‘Evidence Based Guide to Anxiety in Autism’ put together with Sebastian Gaigg from the Autism Research Group at City University of London. Themes covered include how anxiety presents differently in autism, the potential causes of anxiety and practical strategies to help and support.
Experienced teachers Haia Ironside and Steph Reed discuss important themes to consider in autism early intervention.
My article ‘Creating autism-inclusive classrooms’ has been published in the Sept – Oct 19 edition of SEN Magazine.
Big Transitions It is very important to thoroughly prepare autistic children for a change to a new class or school. One way of doing this is to make a photo transition book that they can look at or read at home and at school. Going to a new class or Read more…
Autism specialist teacher Steph Reed shares success stories that highlight the effectiveness of visual resources to enhance understanding and communication for autistic children. With practical examples of experiences where visual resources have had a big impact and has helped with children’s communication, independence and learning.
Steph and Richard Semmens discuss the impact of the special interest group ‘The Engine Shed’ on the community and the importance of using special interests in engaging autistic children and young people. Richard also talks through his recent autism diagnosis.
Steph and experienced teacher Adem Cetindemar discuss emotional regulation development and strategies for autistic children and young people who have severe learning difficulties.
Autism specialist teacher Steph Reed talks through practical and inclusive teaching strategies to support and enhance autistic children’s learning. These strategies will also have a positive impact on ALL children.
Updates! I am so happy to share some exciting news! I have changed the name of the consultancy service and website from ‘ASD Teacher’ to ‘Autism Spectrum Teacher’. The main reason is due to myself feeling disconnected with the term ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) because of the word disorder. The Read more…