We Are All Amazing!
Sing and dance along—and celebrate all children's uniqueness.
Watch “The Amazing Song” together and invite kids to dance and sing along. When kids encounter other kids or adults who are different from them, sing a little bit of the song as a reminder, or go home and watch the video again as a way to talk about it.
Setting and Achieving Goals
With support from a caring grown-up, autistic children can set goals, make a plan, and accomplish big things!
Julia and Rose – Best Friends Fur-Ever
When Julia has an idea, she sees it through… with a little help from her family. This social story for autistic children models what’s possible!
Super Helper
Finding ways to help their family can be a great way for autistic children to build skills and pursue goals.
Time for a Treat
Sometimes autistic children—and all children—need a little help from others to reach their goals.
Where Should We Go?
Even taking a walk around the neighborhood can offer opportunities for autistic children to make choices—and have fun!
Teaching Self-Determination Skills
Try these playful activities to help your child develop important self-determination skills.
Forging Furry Friendships: How Human-Animal Interventions Can Support Autistic Children’s Well-Being
In this webinar, you’ll learn about the science of human-animal bonds and specifically how animal interventions can support autistic children’s well-being.