The Indiana Resource Center for Autism is announcing a three-day training on November 6, 7, and 8 in Indianapolis this year on the PEERS® Certified School-Based Training. The seminar is designed to instruct educators and school-based professionals on the administration and implementation of the educator-facilitated PEERS® for Adolescents intervention in a school-based setting. For more… Read more »
Social skills
Successful social articles into adulthood: Growing up with social stories
Successful social articles into adulthood: Growing up with social stories, “[t]he third volume in the Growing Up with Social Stories™ series, is specifically devoted to developing a social understanding around some of the most common issues faced by autistic young adults. Topics include applying for a job, looking after physical and mental health, and staying… Read more »
Friendship skills for kids with autism & Asperger’s
“Does your ASD learner need help with social skills? The Six-Minute Social Skills workbooks are the solution you need. “These best-selling workbooks are designed for busy parents and professionals who need easy-to-use and effective materials to quickly build social confidence in learners who have Autism, Asperger’s and similar social skill challenges. Using the Friendship Skills workbook,… Read more »
Let’s pretend we never met
“If it were up to Mattie Markham, there would be a law that said your family wasn’t allowed to move in the middle of the school year. After all, sixth grade is hard enough without wondering if you’ll be able to make new friends or worrying that the kids in Pennsylvania won’t like your North… Read more »
Awkward: The social dos and don’ts of being a young adult
“AWKWARD: The Social Dos and Don’ts of Being a Young Adult breaks down family, friends, work, and community social situations to help provide tips on socially acceptable behavior in everyday situations. Each situation includes examples of dos and don’ts that relate to different perspectives and learning styles. The “do” section is intended to teach… Read more »