What accommodations go in a 504 plan for autism?
504 vs. IEP, and common accommodations for autism.
1 min read · Grades K to 12 (US)
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Classroom strategies
Visual timetables, calm corners, transitions and inclusion: practical ideas for teachers of autistic pupils.
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What is Attention Autism, and how is it used in the early years?
The four stages, and how to run a session well.
1 min read · Early years (UK)
What does an autism-friendly classroom layout look like?
Zones, seating, visual clarity and a layout checklist.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 6
What do the Autism CRC national guidelines recommend for supporting autistic children?
Guiding principles and what they mean in practice.
1 min read · Ages 0 to 12 (Australia)
What is the Autism Education Trust, and how do schools use its frameworks?
What the AET offers, and how schools use its frameworks.
1 min read · Early years to post-16 (England)
How can schools include autistic students in general education?
Universal supports, peers, and planning with the team.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I support autistic students at lunch, recess and other unstructured times?
Choice boards, quiet options and structured games.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
What should I do when an autistic student has a meltdown at school?
What helps in the moment, and preventing the next one.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I support autistic students in middle and high school?
Practical supports for older students and busier schools.
1 min read · Grades 6 to 12
How do I support an autistic child in nursery or the early years (EYFS)?
EYFS strategies, SEN support, and working with families.
1 min read · Birth to 5 (England)
How do I support an autistic child in preschool or pre-K?
Routines, play, communication and working with families.
1 min read · Ages 2 to 5
How do I make a calm corner in my classroom?
What to put in it, how to teach it, and a free card.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 6
How do I run circle time with autistic children?
Shorter, more visual, more interactive group time.
1 min read · Ages 2 to 6
How do I do a sensory audit of a classroom?
What to check, involving pupils, and quick fixes.
1 min read · School age
How do I set up a token board in the classroom?
Starting, choosing rewards, fading, and a free printable.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I help autistic students with transitions between activities?
Warnings, timers, visuals and jobs for smoother transitions.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 6
How do I set up a visual schedule for my classroom?
Whole-class and individual schedules, plus a free printable.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 6
How can early childhood educators support autistic children?
Routines, play, communication and transitions in early learning.
1 min read · Birth to 5
How do early childhood teachers work with families during Thriving Kids and NDIS changes?
Thriving Kids basics, and talking with families about concerns.
1 min read · Birth to 8 (Australia)
What are the evidence-based practices for autism in schools?
The 28 NCAEP practices, grouped for teachers.
1 min read · Birth to 22
How do early childhood teachers include autistic children under the EYLF?
Linking EYLF V2.0 to everyday inclusion and planning.
1 min read · Birth to 5 (Australia)
How do I help autistic students with fire drills, assemblies and loud events?
Prepare ahead, reduce sensory load, and plan recovery.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I use a first-then board in the classroom?
When to use one, choosing the 'then', and fading it.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 3
How do we keep visual supports the same at home and at school?
Sharing supports and language between home and school.
1 min read · All ages
How do I write a social story? (with a free template)
What they are, how to write one, and a free template.
2 min read · Ages 3 to 12
How do special education teachers manage a caseload of IEPs?
Calendars, templates and routines for IEP deadlines.
1 min read · For special education teachers (US)
What are good IEP goals for autistic students?
What IDEA requires, and example goals by area.
2 min read · Pre-K to grade 6 (US)
How do special education teachers collect IEP progress data without losing teaching time?
Simple methods, data in routines, and clear reports.
1 min read · For special education teachers (US)
How do paraprofessionals and teaching assistants support autistic students?
The role, core skills, and building independence.
1 min read · School age
What reasonable adjustments can schools make for autistic pupils?
The legal duty, practical examples, and how to ask.
1 min read · School age (UK)
How do we roll out visual supports across a whole school or district?
Start small, train, standardize, measure and scale.
1 min read · Schools and districts
How do I set up a self-contained autism classroom?
Layout, schedules, staffing and routines.
1 min read · For special education teachers
What sensory breaks and tools work in a classroom?
Movement and calming breaks, and low-cost tools.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I set up a sensory room or calm space at school?
What it's for, low-cost equipment, and simple rules.
1 min read · School age
What are the best special education apps for autistic students?
Types of apps, what to look for, and privacy questions.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 6
How do I support an autistic student in my classroom?
Practical strategies that help every student.
1 min read · Grades K to 6
How do I talk to parents about concerns that their child may be autistic?
How to prepare, what to say, and keeping the partnership.
1 min read · Pre-K to grade 3
How can a SENCO train teaching assistants to use visual supports?
A short training plan, and checklists for consistency.
1 min read · For SENCOs and TAs
How do special education teachers train paraprofessionals quickly?
A short training plan with checklists and feedback.
1 min read · For special education teachers
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