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Journey into the autistic world.

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Eliciting Speech from Autistic Children: Strategies and Suggestions to Stimulate Verbal Communication

Dear everyone:

For this week, I am targeting my Suite101 article on eliciting speech from the segment of autistic children with limited language skills. 

"Eliciting Speech from Autistic Children: Strategies and Suggestions to Stimulate Verbal Communication"

I hope that both caregivers and educators will find this article useful. 

Kah Ying

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Creating a Fitness Program for an Autistic Child: Tips for Instituting a Dynamic and Diverse Exercise Regimen

A companion piece to my previous article, this article, "Creating a Fitness Program for an Autistic Child: Tips for Instituting a Dynamic and Diverse Exercise Regimen", offers guidelines for designing a fitness program for an autistic child.  

http://autismaspergerssyndrome.suite101.com/article.cfm/creating_a_fitness_program_for_an_autistic_child

Friday, July 17, 2009

Why Exercise is Important for an Autistic Child: The Unique Benefits of a Fitness Program

My latest article, "Why Exercise is Important for an Autistic Child: The Unique Benefits of a Fitness Program", explores the importance of instituting a fitness program for an autistic child. In spite of the challenges of engaging autistic children in physical activities, they stand to benefit from them in ways that address their specific deficits.  

http://autismaspergerssyndrome.suite101.com/article.cfm/why_exercise_is_important_for_an_autistic_child

Thursday, July 02, 2009

Advantages of Homeschooling an Autistic Child: Why Caregivers Should Consider the Homeschooling Option

Dear everyone:

Here is my latest article on Suite101:

Advantages of Homeschooling an Autistic Child: Why Caregivers Should Consider the Homeschooling Option

http://autistic-child-parenting.suite101.com/article.cfm/advantages_of_homeschooling_an_autistic_child

Apart from promoting public awareness, I also provide talks and consultations to teachers and caregivers of children with autism and special needs. Please feel free to contact me at choo.kahying@awakeningminds.com.sg.