Great ways to help autistic pupils
This eight-part series will give you practical suggestions for helping autistic children – during Autism Acceptance Week and all year long…
- by Teachwire
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What to do if a pupil with autism refuses to open up
If a child on the spectrum appears quiet and withdrawn, follow the ABC, suggests Robyn Steward
A letter to my autistic son’s new Reception teacher
My autistic boy is going to make your life harder, but please try to understand him, writes Danielle Duggins
Make your school less threatening to autistic pupils
Victoria Honeybourne offers some tips for keeping your children at ease when using shared spaces
How forest school lessons can help children with autism
For those with an autism spectrum disorder, the impact of time spent in nature can be especially dramatic, says Gordon Cairns
How autism affects girls and their social relationships
The landscape of female friendships can be tough to negotiate for anyone – but girls with ASC often have the wrong map altogether, explains Felicity Sedgewick
Using modelling to engage pupils with autism
Be the positive and supportive example your children need – Adele Devine explains how
How to get your visual timetables right
Visual timetables are a helpful tool, but only if they’re used properly, advises Lynn McCann
7 reasons why you need to look beyond the SEND label
Knowing which of your students have been diagnosed with a special educational need is crucial, says Gordon Cairns – but that’s just the start
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