Getting your autistic child ready for school? Check out these back to school tips and resources for autism families
The transition back to school can be difficult for many autistic kids. School anxiety might be at play. And then there's issues regarding transitions like changes in routines, a new classroom, a new teacher...
Then toss in a fire drill here and a field trip there and you can see how overwhelming the back to school season can be.
It's my hope that the back to school tips and autism resources found here will help you and your child rock the upcoming school year. From the preparation stage to the advocacy and IEP stage, you'll find social stories, tips, and printables to help you tackle every stage of your child's school journey.
Back to School Tips & Resources Related to Advocacy & IEPs
Not only is the return back to school stressful for many kids, it's also stressful for many parents. Simply put, the return to school means IEP meetings and advocating for your child's needs.In this section, you'll find tips to help you advocate like a boss. Plus a couple of handy printable handouts to make sure your child's needs are being met in the classroom.
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COMMON CONCERNS ABOUT HYPERLEXIC CHILD STARTING SCHOOL
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TIPS TO HELP WITH SCHOOL ANXIETY
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15 AUTISM BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS
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SCHOOL ADVOCACY TIPS
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10 SPECIAL NEEDS ADVOCACY TIPS
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FREE IEP RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
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CLASSROOM SUPPORTS FOR HYPERLEXIC KIDS
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HEAVY WORK ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOL
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IEP TEAM MEMBERS & THEIR ROLES
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ADVOCATING IS EXHAUSTING
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ADVOCATING WHEN NO ONE'S HEARD OF THE DIAGNOSIS