Homework for Autistic Children: Routines and Tips That Help
Practical, evidence-based ways to make homework easier for an autistic child, from routines and visual supports to IEP accommodations and knowing when to ask for less.
School & Learning
Nursery, school and learning at home: working with teachers and planning support for your child.
Starting School With Autism: A Parent’s Step-by-Step Guide
A calm, step-by-step guide to starting school with autism, from school visits and photo books to transition plans, lunch and toilet planning, and spotting school refusal early.
Choosing a School for an Autistic Child: A Parent’s Guide
From inclusive classrooms to autism-specific schools, here is what the law and research say, the questions to ask on a visit, and the red flags to watch for.
504 Plan vs IEP for Autism: Which Does Your Child Need?
An IEP gives autistic children specially designed teaching and services; a 504 plan gives accommodations for equal access. Here is how to tell which fits your child and how to ask for it.
IEP for Autism: How IEPs and 504 Plans Work
In US public schools, an autistic child may qualify for an IEP under IDEA or a 504 plan under civil rights law. Here is how each works, how to ask for an evaluation, and how to prepare for meetings.