Lapbooking. Think file folder games……on steroids. Whether you are trying to teach a pre-schooler their colors, or a high school student the effects of World War II, lapbooking has got you covered. A lapbook is a creative means of enhancing and creating a summery of what your child is learning. The basics of lapbooking include…
Family Council
We started having family meetings two years ago. My three oldest children were all in at least one extracurricular activity and my husband was traveling quite a bit. Meals where everyone was present were only happening on the weekends and the constant coming and going had me feeling disconnected from them. I began the Family…
The Companion Pass
Growing up, my family’s favorite vacation was to go to an amusement park. Mom liked to see the different shows and ride the tamer rides, while my dad would take us kids on thrill rides like the Scrambler and the roller coasters. When my husband and I moved to Pennsylvania, we were fortunate enough to…
In Case of Emergency
Hurricane season is something that my family faces every year. Around June 1st, I start stocking up on hurricane essentials: water, batteries, candles, etcetera. Given Zoe’s specific medical needs, we take care to ensure that we can meet her needs in the event of a crisis. If you live in an area that is prone…
The Littlest Heroes Project
At Primary Children’s Hospital, when a child is admitted to the PICU, his parents are given a short list of questions to answer about their child. The answers are then made into a fun poster that lets hospital staff get to know your child on a more personal level. One of the questions asked is…
RTFM
Again this morning, I had to explain to the aide on my daughter’s school bus that my daughter is deaf and blind. The explanation came after that aide said in a very helpful voice of normal speaking volume “Hi Ashley, do you need help?” The aide seemed a little annoyed when Ashley did not answer…
Plays Well With Others
Yesterday Parker had the opportunity to play with a couple of friends, who along with their parents, stopped by for a quick visit. My heart soared as I watched Our Brave Hero butt hop over to join in the playing that was happening in our family room. Parker has decided that hanging out with friends…
Special Exposure Wednesday ~ SOOC Blur
For the details of how to join the weekly fun, please read What is Special Exposure Wednesday? Have you seen a precious face? Capture it in a photo and win our Special Exposure Model Search Photo Contest. SOOC – straight out of camera, no editing – like life. A moment happens. You plan and it…
Parents, Permission Granted
Why as parents do we feel that we need permission from someone in order to take a day off? As much as you may want to believe you can, you cannot continue nurturing, effective parenting without time off for yourself. Somewhere, sometime when least expected, you will crash…hard…and you will not be able to deal…
Try This Tuesday #5: Preparing for Kindergarten
My son has been showing some nervousness about starting kindergarten next week. Although there is an open house tonight for the students from his class and their parents, I was concerned that it would be too overwhelming for him to really take in much information. After getting some input from the autism consultant last week,…