Playing With Siblings
Some of the best playdates can be with siblings! Watch this video featuring Julia from Sesame Street and her brother Samuel.
Here’s an autism-friendly viewing activity about the power of sibling play. Together with children, watch this video created by the organization Exceptional Minds—a nonprofit academy and production studio for people on the autism spectrum. Samuel and Julia from Sesame Street narrate a story together using Julia’s drawings to help her actively participate in the storytelling.
Make a Pinch Pot!
Simple craft instructions to help your family make pinch pots from homemade dough together.
Sharing Amazing
An adult-child coloring page to spark ideas and connection.
Amazing to Me
When Julia and her family do a special art activity together, Julia finds a way to add her own amazing touch!
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. Download and share this autism-friendly coloring activity.
Creative, Talented, Amazing: A Conversation with Anna Wang, Co-founder of FCSN, about fostering autistic children’s talents
An article to help parents foster creative exploration and expression in their autistic child.
Exploring the Amazing in Autistic Children: A Conversation with Camille Proctor, Founder of The Color of Autism Foundation
An article to help parents discover and support their autistic child’s unique perspective and personality
