Teaching Autism and Special Education by Nikki

One of the most common questions that I get asked are for teacher resource prep tips. How to make resource prep quicker? Or easier? Over the years, I've pretty much tried everything you can imagi...

There have been many occasions over the years when I'm visiting teachers, education professionals and classrooms that I have been asked 'What are life skills?' People often assume that these skill...

I am so excited for today's social and emotional learning podcast episode with Robin Fox from Social Eyes. Robin has 37 years of experience teaching and today is talking all about social eyes, and soc...

I don’t know about you, but there are so many therapies for autism and special education teachers to use now that it can get overwhelming very quickly. Which ones should we use? When should we do them...

I am beyond excited to have Barbara Fernandez from SmartyEars and SmartySymbols on the podcast today. We are talking about using symbols to communicate and build language, as well as AAC. Barbara is ...

I know most of you will read the title of this podcast ‘Stop School Attendance Rewards’ and panic. Maybe you’re using them and you like them. And if so, you may not know how negative these rewards can...

Do you know why sensory play is important for all students and children to access? Don’t worry if not. Me and Becky Lyddon, the founder of Sensory Spectacle, are going to talk to you all about it in t...

'What is a sensory lifestyle?' is a question I see get asked a lot. The world of sensory can be very confusing - and sometimes scary! Especially when all sorts of jargon is being thrown around. And th...

Do you want to set up a sensory room or area for your autism and special education students? Are you looking for ideas for sensory rooms or areas that you can turn into a sensory experience? If so, th...

Today, me and Becky are sharing our best sensory tips and activities for you to try in the classroom, as well as at home. Becky Lyddon is the founder of Sensory Spectacle and she agreed to put togethe...