Category Archives: advise

Hitting the Jackpot over at BLOOM

Posted on 2012/09/12 by

I’m very excited to be guest posting over at BLOOM blog, the blog for Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. I am truly honoured by this opportunity. Thank you Louise Kinross, parent, editor and special needs super-star! Please go check them … Continue reading →

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Is ‘CONTEXT EVERYTHING’?

Posted on 2012/09/03 by

Consider MY Perpectives when considering what I “KNOW” – “My entire life has essentially been one big misunderstanding about people.  It wasn’t that I disliked people or was scared of them but I never got them.  I thought other people … Continue reading →

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Zac Browser | Zone for Autistic Children

Posted on 2012/08/25 by

Zac Browser | Zone for Autistic Children ‘The ultimate solution for children with Autism’ Welcome to ZAC Browser – Zone for Autistic Children You have found the best environment on the Internet for your child with autism. Zac Browser is … Continue reading →

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‘Traveling with A Medically Complex Child – ‘(Parts 1 and 2)

Posted on 2012/08/22 by

Are you still in the summertime mode?  Are you still diving into the pool, sipping lemonade through an umbrella straw, taking in the midnight movie, — you know, basically, ignoring the other folks who have plunged into the ‘Back-to-School’ zone? … Continue reading →

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Why We Don’t Use the Word “Retarded” and Why You Shouldn’t Either

Posted on 2012/08/22 by

Why We Don’t Use the Word “Retarded” and Why You Shouldn’t Either | Jews and Special Needs | Jewish Journal. Related articles 11 year-old mentally challenged girl jailed for ‘blasphemy’ in Pakistan (refreshingnews99.blogspot.com) Soccer Drills for Mentally Challenged Kids (livestrong.com) … Continue reading →

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Light Up a Sensory Diet!

Posted on 2012/07/16 by

Seven Ways to Light Up a Sensory Diet with Glow Sticks With Sensory Savvy Lenses: a tool for activities which encourage: auditory input fine motor skills motor planning proprioceptive input tactile input visual input Learn more ways to enhance sensory … Continue reading →

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Finding Evidence Based Programs for Reading and Math

Posted on 2012/07/12 by

“Enjoying the Hi=5s of Autism’ is a holidays and audio blog regarding Autism related Developmental Disabilities.  We tend to post about ways to enjoy festivals, family outings, and celebrations. Today, we will depart from the fun stuff to discuss a … Continue reading →

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Bill Moyers Essay: Are Immunization Exemptions Fair to All? | Moyers & Company | BillMoyers.com

Posted on 2012/07/05 by

Bill Moyers Essay: Are Immunization Exemptions Fair to All? | Moyers & Company | BillMoyers.com.

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’twas the day AFTER Christmas!

Posted on 2011/12/26 by

fleur de lis holiday season “twas the day AFTER Christmas! What to do now? 1} The holiday presents have been opened, judged and enjoyed;…, but some of us want to do returns or exchanges: Go to the Mall! Today is one … Continue reading →

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FUNabulous Festival of Lights!

Posted on 2010/12/01 by

FUNabulous Festival of Lights! Hi5! Happy Hanukkah! Celebrations are enjoyably fun when you think of ‘uniquely different’ foods, gifts, games and ways to celebrate. Remember, to keep your ‘uniquely differently’ loved ones/colleagues/friends in mind when planning parties.  Each category and … Continue reading →

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