Preventing Bullying: A Manual For Schools And Communities

Description from the U.S. Department of Education: Addresses the problem of bullying in schools. This pamphlet defines bullying, discusses the seriousness of this behavior and the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach, and presents strategies for teachers, students, and parents.
 
http://www.eric.ed.gov/PDFS/ED453592.pdf'

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3 Great Train Learning Videos

I'm doing a train theme for my students this month, and have found a few educational YouTube videos that feature trains. My students have been enjoying them!

Number Train: http://youtu.be/SkXfvAjZjFk

Color Train: http://youtu.be/MZ8m2x0qbuo

Shape Train: http://youtu.be/6I2N-jCbha8

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Webinars from "Think College"

Think College provides a variety of training activities for those interested in learning more about how to provide quality inclusive postsecondary options for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Training events include Capacity Building Institutes, conference presentations, online modules, and webinars.


http://www.thinkcollege.net/for-professionals/training-events

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Sensory Friendly Film - October 1

Two theaters are offering autism-friendly screeings of "Dolphin Tale" on October 1st. Only one of the theaters offers a free child's ticket as far as I know, so please call to check prices, confirm the showing, and how tickets can be purchased.

Studio Movie Grill: http://www.studiomoviegrill.com/
Dolphin Tale (G)
Date: Sat., 10/01/2011
Time: 11:00am
Admission: Children with special needs - FREE / Adult: Regular Price Purchased @ the Box Office ONLY

AMC Theaters: http://www.autism-society.org/get-involved/events/sensory-friendly-films/
Dolphin Tale (G)
Date: Sat., 10/01/2011
Time: 10:00am

Enter to Win Classroom Materials from PCI

PCI, a special education publication company, is giving away $5000 of products. Here are the details: http://www.pcieducation.com/pciclassroom

One of the products sold by PCI that I've used is:


The Social Skills Program: Inventories, Activities & Educational Handouts

Autism Speaks IEP Guide

A free guide to the IEP process for parents. The IEP is an individualized document created for each student that attends a public school in the United States that lists information such as special education services provided, goals for the school year, etc. Development of an IEP is a collaborative effort between parents, teachers, and other school staff.

http://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/iep_guide.pdf


Wrightslaw: All About IEPs

Temple Grandin Book Sale and Video Interview

Natural Learning Concepts is featuring a free video interview with Dr. Temple Grandin, and is offering a sale on her books. Her books are individually discounted or available as a "buy 3 get 1 free" deal.

You can view the video and purchase the books from Natural Learning Concepts here: http://www.nlconcepts.com/video-interview-with-temple-grandin.html


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Using "Good Words" Social Story

A story about what to do instead of using "bad words" when upset. From Florida Region 2.

http://region2library.org/DATA/Social%20Stories/Good%20Words(bad%20words)%20.pdf

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Grandparents Guide to Autism

In honor of National Grandparents Month, Autism Speaks has released a new resource: A Grandparent's Guide to Autism. Thanks to all of the wonderful grandparents of our teriffic kids!

http://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/agrandparentsguide.pdf

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"Autism and the Environment II: What We Know for the Clinic and Home" Webinar

The second in a series from the Autism Society of America. September 24th at 12PM EST.

http://www.autism-society.org/news/join-the-autism-society-for-1.html

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Software Grant for School Districts

"Monarch Teaching Technologies will accept applications for its Second Annual Visual Learning 2011 TechGrant program until Oct. 5. Total value of the awards is more than $160,000.

The Shaker Heights, OH-based company, which develops technology for children with special learning needs, will select eight school districts to receive the grant. They will be granted one-year access for 25 teachers to VizZle, a Web-based authoring tool that provides interactive, visual curriculum for children with autism, pervasive development disorder (PDD), Asperger's syndrome, and other learning challenges."
 
More information: http://thejournal.com/articles/2011/09/13/monarch-opens-grants-to-help-autistic-children.aspx?m=1

Fire Drill Social Story

A social story about what to do during a fire drill, with Boardmaker images. From New York City Schools.

http://schools.nyc.gov/documents/d75/literacy/adaptedbooks/fire_drill/fire_drill.pdf

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Wandering Safety Brochure

After hearing the great news that the 8-year-old young man with autism from California who was missing for 24 hours has been found (Story here: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-autistic-boy-20110914,0,5254353.story?track=rss), I thought I'd repost this brochure with safety tips and resources on wandering from the National Autism Association.


http://nationalautismassociation.org/pdf/autism_wandering_FULL%20SHEET%20BROCHURE.pdf

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Social Story: Asking for Help at School

A short and helpful story about how to ask for help at school. From Speaking of Speech.

http://www.speakingofspeech.com/uploads/AskingforHelp.pdf

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Teaching Kids to Line Up

I've posted this before, but I'm using this strategy again this year with many of my students, and it's working very well. I use this strategy to encourage students to line up at my classroom door promptly when asked. They really seem to enjoy it!

http://www.positivelyautism.com/downloads/LineUpStrategy.pdf

View more of Positively Autism's resources here: http://www.positivelyautism.com/free/

$10 at Scholastic Teacher Express

Use the code 10THANKS to receive a $10 credit from Scholastic Teacher Express printable educational materials. Valid through 9/30/2011.

http://teacherexpress.scholastic.com/

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Webinars from Rethink Autism

Upcoming and past webinars on topics such as

• "Key Components of an Effective School-Based Autism Program,"
• "Teach Your Child Social & Language Skills," and
• "Managing Problem Behavior at Home."
• Ways to Collaborate With Your Child's School

http://www.rethinkautism.com/Community/webinars/default.aspx

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Social Story: Hugs and Kisses are Not for School

A social story (that might be appropriate for older students) about personal boundaries/alternatives to hugging and kissing others at school. From One Place for Special Needs.

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