Want to encourage your child with autism to say what it is he wants? Hide favorite objects—in boxes, in a closet, anywhere out of reach–then wait. That’s one of several good tips from this video featuring Maurya Farah, a speech therapist at Children’s Specialized Hospital in New Jersey. It’s part of the Real Life Tips video series for kids with autism, sponsored in part by Kohl’s Autism Awareness. The tips apply to any children with verbal challenges.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH5tn5nJ9ys
From my other blog:
You never stop appreciating the milestones, big or small
On wondering what your child with special needs will do when he grows up
When programs won’t accommodate kids with special needs
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