Writing and Using Social Narratives in All Environments

Do you need to create a social story? Wondering how to even begin? Staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have published an article to help you out. You will find answers to questions such as:

• How do you create a social narrative?
• What should you write?
• How can I be creative with my social narratives? and
• Where can I go to learn more?

To read the entire article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/writing-and-using-social-narratives

Expanding Expression Tool Workshop

Expanding Expression Tool Workshop

A Multi-Sensory Approach for Improved Written and Oral Expression

Presenter: Sara L. Smith, MS, CCC-SLP

November 17, 2015 in New Haven, IN

November 18, 2015 in Bloomington, IN
 
November 19, 2015 in New Albany, IN

November 20, 2015 in Carmel, IN

Sponsored by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism

In collaboration with East Allen County Schools, Monroe County Community School Corporation, New Albany-Floyd County Consolidated School Corporation and Carmel Clay Schools.

This workshop will demonstrate a multi-sensory approach for oral and written expression for preschool through 12th grade that will facilitate improvement on vocabulary skills, the common core learning objectives, comprehension of curriculum material, report writing and expressive language.

Learn more about it by visiting:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/expanding-expression-tool-workshop

Overcoming anxiety in children and teens

Overcoming anxiety in children and teens "outlines both the science and art of anxiety therapy. The science of overcoming anxiety is using the well researched approach called gradual exposure therapy which involves helping individuals gradually face their fears. The art of therapy is figuring out how to actually convince someone to face their fears." -publisher

Want to learn more about it? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

"This holiday season, join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang around the table for a (very!) unique Thanksgiving dinner. From pilgrims to popcorn, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving comes to life in this beautifully re-mastered 40th anniversary edition. Magically marrying a book-like feel with clever interactive elements, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving will leave your senses hungry for a second helping!" -iTunes

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id703585226

Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program

"The VB-MAPP is a criterion-referenced assessment tool, curriculum guide, and skill tracking system that is designed for children with autism, and other individuals who demonstrate language delays. The VB-MAPP is based on B.F. Skinner’s (1957) analysis of verbal behavior, established developmental milestones, and research from the field of behavior analysis."

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Social stories website

Carol Gray, author of many books about writing social stories, has created a website that offers support for those who are touched by autism. Gray describes the site as "A social learning tool that supports the safe and meaningful exchange of information between parents, professionals, and people with autism of all ages."

Learn more about it at:
http://carolgraysocialstories.com/

Mobile App Monday - Leafapalooza: Catch the Falling Leaves

Looking for a fun fall app to keep kids entertained on these longer evenings? Simply catch the falling leaves! They'll start slow and fall faster and faster. Helps build hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id910045969