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Handling the End of School Transition for Your Child With Autism
The end of the school year is a busy but exciting time of year for students and their parents. School parties and summer fun is just around the corner. Kids are eager for vacation and looking forward to all kinds of summer activities. For many children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other special needs, the end of the school marks an important transition time for families and teachers including assessing student progress, reviewing Individual Education Plans, developing appropriate goals, and preparing to transition to new teachers, classrooms, or schools. Few programs offer systematic and thorough support for these students and their families to ensure the smoothest transition possible and maintenance of annual gains. Many programs do not offer continuous educational support and most fail to allow time or resources for the current teachers, aides, and specialists to collaborate with next years educational team. Therefore, parents are often responsible to make this transition happen. Here are some tips for getting through the summer and planning for fall for your child with special needs!
What Are Some Good Baby Shower Party Favors?
As the host of a baby shower, you certainly have a lot on your plate: decorations, guest list, menu choices and, of course, favors. While often the favors are neglected until the end of the planning process, it is important to thank your guests for supporting the pregnant mom by offering a small gift. While no one expects anything extravagant, it is still nice to pick heartfelt baby shower favors.
Organic Diet Tips
Going organic can be daunting and it can be hard on your grocery budget. Organic fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy products will be a bit more expensive than their non-organic counterparts and you won’t always find organic versions of your favorite foods. Fortunately, the organic market is growing, which means more options and better value when you shop. There are a few ways to make the most of your organic diet.
Thanksgiving Hostess Checklist
Every family tells its share of classic disasters at the holidays. Prevent your Thanksgiving event from becoming a family legend by planning ahead. A checklist for all of your hosting duties ensures the turkey isn’t still frozen and the guests are entertained. Referring to a list reduces the chances of omitting an important step in the preparation process.
Creative Ideas Using Recycled Material
Recycling materials is good and reusing the materials is even better. Before those canisters, jugs, containers and tubes take a trip to the recycling bin, find a way to re-purpose them in the home. The materials may be used for organization, children’s crafts, or as decorative objects.