It’s time for winter break! That means kids are heading home to enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Disabled children may struggle with the transition from routine daily life into holiday celebrations. Social stories are a great resource for children with any sort of comprehension difficulties. They use images, words, or some combination of […]
Adaptive Winter Sports and Fitness in Michigan
It can be difficult to find sports, recreation, and fitness opportunities for kids with disabilities, and especially so in the winter months. Here are a few ideas to get your child with disabilities involved in a sport or activity this winter! Southeastern Michigan Michigan Adaptive Sports Program: An organization that provides year-round sporting opportunities for […]
Five Tips for Accommodating Children with Disabilities During the Holidays
If you are hosting a holiday celebration this year with disabled guests, you may be wondering how to accommodate them. We’ve laid out five tips to help you be the best host possible: Try to make your home as accessible as you can. Consider renting or purchasing adaptive equipment to be installed in your home […]
Our Favorite Apps for Home Special Education
During the Covid-19 pandemic, parents across the country are beginning to homeschool their children. This comes with a range of difficulties, including lack of resources and guidance. Parents of children with disabilities are especially struggling to match the special education services their child was offered at school. In an effort to help these parents, we […]
Home Activities for Children with Disabilities
In an effort to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), schools nationwide have closed, leaving many parents with the task of homeschooling their children. However, schools provide more than just educational lessons. For many students, school includes meals, socialization, and exercise. For children with disabilities, it may be the place they receive special […]