Autism Home Learning

Some useful resources for preparing to go back to school: Great visual from  the Scottish Government and NLC Communication Friendly Schools   Masks in secondary schools    For more great visuals, follow  @SchoolsNlc  Lovely story by Kezia Matthews about bubbles for children going back to nursery: Bubbles at nursery      Going back to school resource from Children's Commissioner for England - A guide for children to tell them some of the changes they might see when they go back to school this September as well as providing tips on how to cope if they’re feeling worried or nervous and helpful resources to stay safe. Free to download  Social stories from 'AND NEXT COMES L' Video social stories from the Rainbow Classroom: Back to school social story from  ELSA support Two lovely 'wordless stories', free to download from Beyond Words  Beyond words stories Summary of face covering rules from Ambitious about Autism Checklist ...

A further update regarding face masks and coverings - compulsory in shops and enclosed spaces. It will be compulsory from 24th July to wear a  mask or face covering in shops and enclosed spaces. It is increasingly likely that your children will see people wearing  masks and face coverings, so preparing them for this change is essential. Children under 11 are exempt. P eople with certain disabilities are also exempt so your autistic son or daughter should not be required to wear a face covering. However, as we know, autism is a hidden disability so you may need to carry an autism alert card to ensure those around you are made aware of your child's autism. You can download a card (free) from the National Autistic Society:  NAS download autism alert card Or:  Exemption cards from keepsafe.org.uk/posters Preparing your child is an essential proactive step to reduce their anxiety and fears. Both the wearing of any type of face mask or covering, and seei...