Each Family Is Amazing
A video with Sesame Street's Rosita and Julia about celebrating different kinds of families.
Here’s a great autism-friendly screening activity for all kids: Watch the video together. Ask children how Julia’s family, Rosita’s family, and their own family are the same or different. Remind them that there are lots of different kinds and sizes of families. They are all amazing, and each member of the family is important.
Point out that in the video, Rosita tells Julia that she looks like her mother, and that she likes to be silly with her brother Sam. Ask children what they have in common with other family members. Then talk about what is unique just to them!
Super Helper
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Time for a Treat
Sometimes autistic children—and all children—need a little help from others to reach their goals.
Where Should We Go?
Even taking a walk around the neighborhood can offer opportunities for autistic children to make choices—and have fun!
Julia and Rose – Best Friends Fur-Ever
When Julia has an idea, she sees it through… with a little help from her family. This social story for autistic children models what’s possible!
Teaching Self-Determination Skills
Try these playful activities to help your child develop important self-determination skills.
Setting and Achieving Goals
With support from a caring grown-up, autistic children can set goals, make a plan, and accomplish big things!
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In this webinar, you’ll learn about the science of human-animal bonds and specifically how animal interventions can support autistic children’s well-being.
