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 ...

September is approaching fast! This post reflects upon the physical and emotional aspects of returning to school or college and considers ways to prepare your son or daughter to support a positive return. Many of us are beginning to return to a more 'normal' routine, although we may still have anxieties due to ongoing uncertainties regarding the impact of this pandemic. Most youngsters have been at home for months, so preparing them for the transition back to school/college is crucial. Of particular importance to consider are the physical and emotional aspects of returning to school/college. Use the next couple of weeks to prepare yourself and your child - this preparation  may help to reduce anxieties for you and for your children and support a positive return.  Physical and Emotional Aspects of Returning to School or College Many youngsters will feel  anxious about returning to school or college. Their anxiety may show itself in many different ways, for example: Autisti...

As some children return to school, many of us are thinking about the next steps for our children. This is yet another anxious time, with important decisions to make. So, what do we need to think about and how can we prepare our children for their next steps, whether it is returning to school or continuing with home learning? Be Prepared The easing of lockdown generates mixed emotions. For some, anticipation of seeing loved ones for the first time in a while, or being able to meet up with friends, is exciting. These changes are also generating anxiety, with fears of whether the virus will spread and cause a second peak. Just as staying at home and not going to school was a big change in our children's lives, so is the return to school or college. Whether your child is returning to school now or later, preparation is the key to managing the transition and supporting their wellbeing. It is worth starting the preparation process now, even if you do not know when your son or daughter...