Butterfly Flapping
A video about friends of autistic children finding activities everyone can enjoy.
Watch the video together. Point out that Julia flaps her arms when she’s excited; Abby flaps her wings. Ask, “What do you do when you’re excited?”
Then make up your own game of pretend: Fly like an airplane, stomp like an elephant, and waddle like a penguin.
There are so many creative activities autistic children and their friends can engage in during playtime.
Julia and Rose – Best Friends Fur-Ever
When Sesame Street's Julia has an idea, she sees it through… with a little help from her family. This social storybook 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.
Setting and Achieving Goals
With support from a caring grown-up, autistic children can set goals, make a plan, and accomplish big things!
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.
