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Autism and budget-friendly Halloween costume ideas… and many come with some sort of mask or head covering that is hot, stinky and uncomfortable. They can be the stuff of real Halloween horror for some autistic kids, leaving their families to wonder if they can get their child to dress up at all.   … of the world ruin your child’s good time. Here are some tricks to help get the treats, and keep everyone sweet, on Halloween: Favorite thing When my son was one, he was obsessed with circles. So that's what he was for Halloween. It was …
Uncommon autism Halloween costumes… corrections officer, writer, speaker, mother, and autism advocate from Muskegon, Michigan.    I know what you’re thinking. Halloween? Why would anyone choose Halloween (of all holidays) to celebrate my son's autism? What good could possibly come from the added sugar high, forced …
Autism Halloween tips… When most kids think of October, they think of Halloween. As you know, kids love Halloween because they get pounds of candy, which means nightmares for parents. Additionally, kids love to dress up in …
Happy Halloween: A guide for making the holiday fun for everyone…   Halloween is a fun night of costumes and candy for kids of all ages. But for those on the autism spectrum , scary sounds and … tight or scratchy costumes and going out at night can be a lot to handle. Helping your child know what to expect from Halloween can help make it a fun time for everyone. To help you get Halloween off to a good start: Use our personalized …
Disneyland® Halloween Half Marathon Weekend… Disneyland® Halloween Half Marathon Weekend …
Forbes shares tips from Autism Speaks on creating an inclusive Halloween for kids with autism…   Halloween is a time of magic, but for those on the autism spectrum, the sights, sounds, and social dynamics of the holiday … Handy, one of Autism Speaks’ Champion of Change, shares how she and her daughter make adjustments so they can celebrate Halloween as autistic individuals, highlighting businesses like Chuck E. Cheese that offer inclusive activities through …
Holidays… members of our Autism Response Team , are a good place to start. Fourth of July Tips for an autism-friendly July 4th Halloween Happy Halloween: Making the holiday fun for everyone Tricks to get treats: Autism- and budget-friendly Halloween costume ideas …
Templates for personalized teaching stories… how to use the potty to your child. Taking turns : Help explain the process of taking turns to your child. All about Halloween : Help explain all the sights and sounds of Halloween, including costumes and activities. Stay tuned for additional stories as they are developed! Acknowledgement: …
Leaning into autism: Adapt the holiday season to fit your needs… holidays are unfulfilling. Everyone’s holiday calendar is different. My holiday season begins in October with the run-up to Halloween. This year as my neighbors decorated for Halloween, I felt my stress building. Then we fell back an hour. The change from daylight saving time is very confusing for …
Inclinarse hacia el autismo: Adapta las fiestas a tus necesidades… de vacaciones de cada persona es diferente. Mi temporada de vacaciones comienza en octubre, con el periodo previo a Halloween. Este año, mientras mis vecinos decoraban para Halloween, sentí cómo aumentaba mi estrés. Entonces atrasamos una hora. El cambio del horario de verano es muy confuso para …