Autism Acceptance MonthDay 19 USING SIMPLE, CLEAR LANGUAGE Using simple, clear language can make a big difference for autistic children. For example: “Kane… clothes… please.” Short, direct words remove extra […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 18 HEADPHONES AND FIDGETS Headphones and fidgets are often used to help autistic children regulate sensory input and manage overwhelm. Headphones can reduce loud or unpredictable […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 17 GIVING SPACE IN CROWDED MOMENTS Crowded spaces can increase sensory overload for autistic children, making noise, movement, and attention feel even more overwhelming. When people gather, […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 16 LOOKING BEYOND BEHAVIOUR What may look like “bad behaviour” is often a child trying to communicate something deeper — overwhelm, anxiety, confusion, pain, or unmet needs. […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 15 UNDERSTANDING FOOD SENSITIVITIES Food can be a challenge for many autistic children due to sensory sensitivities to taste, texture, smell, or even how food looks. Safe […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 14 ACCEPTING DIFFERENT SOCIAL STYLES Many autistic children feel pressure to “fit in” socially, even when it doesn’t come naturally or feels overwhelming. In the moment, this […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 13 ALLOWING EXTRA PROCESSING TIME Autistic individuals may need extra time to process instructions because their brains often take in and analyse information in more detail. They […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 12 ACCEPTING DIFFERENT WAYS OF PLAYING Autistic children often play in ways that reflect how they see and experience the world. Whether it’s lining up toys, repeating […]
Autism Acceptance MonthDay 11 AUTISM ISN’T ALWAYS VISIBLE Autism is often a hidden disability, meaning you can’t always see the challenges someone is experiencing. Saying “they don’t look autistic” can […]
