To complete my series of autism-related posts, I’m going to share a simple strategy that can be effective with children who have autism and related disabilities. Priming is a behavioral strategy that can be effective with children with autism and related disabilities. Basically, it’s preparing them for what is ahead. One way to do this is through Social Stories (you…
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This recipe for Tuna Croquettes was a family favorite when I was a kid! I am a 2nd generation American. My grandparents on my mother’s side moved here from Eastern Europe as children, and they brought with them a recipe for tuna croquettes. It’s a great way to stretch a small amount of protein and vegetables to make a meal…
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Most of my blog posts are based on my home life, but sometimes I like to tap into my career, too. I graduated in 2008 with a doctorate in education. I majored in special education with a minor in autism. This week, I will be reviewing a book regarding sensory processing disorder and writing a separate post about seeking sensory…
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For some recipes, I keep my chicken whole and roast it. For others, I break the chicken down into 9 pieces and cook the individual pieces. Here’s a simple step-by-step tutorial to break down (butcher, not “butcher”) a whole chicken. This is a pasture-raised chicken, which is what I highly recommend. From one chicken, I generally get 3 meals for…
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As a recovering vegetarian, most meals contain some type of meat, but every so often, I opt for a quick & easy meat-free meal. The tricky part is making sure that it’s filling, but not just because you’re eating a huge bowl of carbohydrates. This takes about 15 minutes to make, contains lots of yummy vegetables and dairy, and is…
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