Taking a Break

The Daily Autism Freebie will be taking a break for a few weeks to find more freebies. If you know of any good free teaching materials or downloads for families or teachers, please send the link to nicole@positivelyautism.com . Thanks!

"Getting There Is Half the Fun!" Activities for Kids to Do in the Car

Traveling this weekend? Here are some great tips and ideas on keeping kids entertained during car trips. http://prekandksharing.blogspot.com/2012/07/getting-there-is-half-fun-and-freebie.html

"Going Out to Eat" Tips and Resources

Another great resource from Autism Speaks! On this page, you'll find some great tips and resources, including visual support ideas, for dining out with a child with autism. http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/going-out-to-eat

Funding for iPads

A helpful list from the Autism Society that shares different grants and organizations that offer help with funding for iPads. http://www.autism-society.org/news/funding-for-ipads.html

Help Your Child Learn to Tell You About His/Her Day

A video tip from Rethink Autism. http://www.rethinkautism.com/community/news/Story.aspx?ID=676

Contest Giveaway - Maestro Classics 9-CD Collection for Kids

Enter to win a collection of classical music CDs for kids from Living Montessori Now: http://livingmontessorinow.com/2012/08/23/giveaway-maestro-classics-9-cd-collection-for-kids/

School Community Tool Kit

A tool kit to assist members of the school community in understanding and supporting students with autism. From Autism Speaks. http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/school-community-tool-kit