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My four year old son has been doing behavioral therapy for six months now. Each week we add flashcards to his stack of words for him to learn. It's hard to find flashcards with the exact pictures we need. So I've been making my own! This is especially helpful for learning the names of toys around our house and the names of family members. Here are the steps I take to make his … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Flashcards

My timing and my son's timing doesn't always mesh. "Hurry up, we need to leave." Oh my what a loaded request that is! What potential for stress and frustration! I know that by making the statement, my 11 year old will slip into snail mode... And yet I always say it. It must be habit. The faster I feel we need to move, the slower he is able to. It's so easy to forget. The … [Read more...] about Special Needs Support, Hurry Up

For me, the month of November really symbolizes giving thanks and doing for others. We have had many examples of this throughout history. We celebrate 2 special days in the month that shows us several different groups of people. Veterans Day is an annual United States holiday honoring military veterans. Throughout the history of the United States, they have given so much to … [Read more...] about Giving to Others

What are you thankful for? Her answers are simple, story and they come quickly: My mommy and daddy My sissy My mice The cats My favorite toy Mine are sometimes harder to come by. While I can respond quickly that I’m thankful for my family, healing our home, and friends, I sometimes have trouble remembering other blessings when the bills are piling up, the weight of … [Read more...] about The Blessing of Homeschooling with Special Needs

Cooler autumn temperatures bring beautiful changes for many of us – vibrant leaves, find refreshing air, and more opportunities to enjoy fitness outdoors! Here are a few quick idea-starters for Fall Fitness Fun with your family: Read a book on the Fall season and leaves (see some great suggestions here), then go on a family hike searching for signs of Fall together. Keep a … [Read more...] about Fall Fitness Fun