The holiday season is here, which means festive decorations, blinking lights, Christmas trees, Santa, presents, holiday meals and more. While these are why most of us love this time of year, they are also the reason this season can cause confusion and stress for children with autism spectrum disorder. Check out these tips from Juli Augustin from ABA Behavioral Specialists, to help you achieve your seasonal goals this year and beyond. 

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The Wilson Reading System is a multisensory, research-based reading and writing program that is designed for use with individuals who have difficulty with written language in the areas of decoding (sounding out words) and spelling. It addresses the learning style of students with a language-based learning disability; however, it is beneficial to any student lacking basic reading and spelling skills.

Have you checked out the edible cookie dough trend yet? Some of the recipes and mixes out there are delicious. Some might contain questionable ingredients, a ton of hidden sugar or include hard-to-find specialty items. There is a fast, easy cookie dough recipe— and you might already have everything you need to make it right in your pantry. It’s also gluten-free and can easily be vegan. 

We’ve played every board game, finished every puzzle, and watched just about every movie ever made. Let’s take a look at some websites that offer creative, engaging options that can help you start 2021 off right — and stave off boredom for your family.

Looking for some options to celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family? Check out these events happening in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Many take place during the day, catering to young children's bedtimes, while still allowing them to take part in the fun.

Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of dyslexia, as well as treatment options.

Looking for a socially distanced way to connect with the jolly old elf this year? Make a splash with these unique opportunities from the Greater Cleveland Aquarium: Scuba Claus Meet & Greet Days and Personalized Underwater Scuba Claus Greetings.

Science Olympiad introduced a complementary program this year called ‘My Science Olympiad’ or ‘MY SO’. Middle school and high school students can participate and engage as much as they wish from home, depending on their interests. Find out about this voluntary offering.

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