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Special Education Resources

Discover helpful special education resources designed to support both parents and teachers. From teaching strategies to printables, these resources cater to the unique learning needs of children in special education.

Calm Down Kit for Anxious Kids

March 31, 2023May 29, 2017 by Stephanie Oswald
Calm Down Kit for Anxious Kids

It was one of those days when my child’s anxiousness was more than I could handle. The hyperactivity. The anger. The meltdowns. The rigidity and rituals…as my little guy screamed at me with his ear piercing screech over his granola bar breaking off in his hand (because he took a bite of it) I was … Read more

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How to Explain Autism to Neurotypical Kids

October 19, 2017May 26, 2017 by Stephanie Oswald
How to Explain Autism to Neurotypical Kids

In a blended family with two girls the same age, there’s bound to be some conflict. That conflict becomes even more extreme because one of our daughters is autistic, and the other is neurotypical. How can you explain autism to neurotypical kids? How do you explain to one sister why she has different rules than … Read more

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What Therapies to Look at After an Autism Diagnosis

July 6, 2017December 9, 2016 by Stephanie Oswald
What Therapies to Explore After an Autism Diagnosis

This is a sponsored post for UnitedHealthcare. All opinions expressed are my own If your child has been diagnosed with autism, it’s a great time to start looking at autism therapies. If you’re stuck, I’ve got a great list for you. After my daughter was diagnosed with Autism, it was hard for us. It was … Read more

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The Ultimate Guide to Sensory Swings

March 8, 2025November 28, 2016 by Amber Kristine
The Ultimate Guide to Sensory Swings for Kids

Sensory swings provide many benefits for kids, and they are a lot of fun. We have used sensory swings for years in our home and they have been a fantastic resource for my children. When we first started using sensory swings I was a bit weary of installing one in our home because the information … Read more

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The One Trait Every Special Needs Parent Has

July 6, 2017October 17, 2016 by Stephanie Oswald
The One Trait Every Special Needs Parent Has

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Jockey. All opinions are 100% mine. As the mother of a child with special needs, the way that the Jockey #ShowEm campaign celebrates values like family, courage, and perseverance truly resonates with me. Our family’s journey hasn’t been easy, but we keep fighting on … Read more

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