Autism Information and Resources

Explore a wealth of autism information and resources to better understand, support, and embrace neurodiversity. From expert insights to practical tips, discover valuable resources for individuals, families, and communities navigating the spectrum.

Special Education and Disability News

RFK Jr.’s New Autism Plan Is Here, and It’s Worse Than Expected.
ByLisa Lightner August 21, 2026August 21, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder (SPCD): Signs, Autism and IEPs
ByLisa Lightner August 12, 2026August 12, 2026

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Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)

Teaching Pragmatic Language Skills: How to Improve Social Communication
ByLisa Lightner August 12, 2026September 3, 2026

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IEP Goals

Pragmatic Language IEP Goals: 38 Measurable Examples for Speech Therapy + Social Communication
ByLisa Lightner August 12, 2026August 12, 2026

Read More Pragmatic Language IEP Goals: 38 Measurable Examples for Speech Therapy + Social Communication
Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

40 Adaptive Outdoor Games and Activities for Special Needs Kids
ByLisa Lightner July 14, 2026July 15, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Pretend Play and Autism: Does it matter?
ByLisa Lightner July 6, 2026July 15, 2026

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IEP Goals

Social Skills IEP Goals for all Ages, including Objectives (free PDF)
ByLisa Lightner July 1, 2026September 3, 2026

Read More Social Skills IEP Goals for all Ages, including Objectives (free PDF)
Special Education Classrooms and Teachers

Best Visual Timers for Kids: Apps, Physical Timers, and Strategies.
ByLisa Lightner June 17, 2026August 27, 2026

Read More Best Visual Timers for Kids: Apps, Physical Timers, and Strategies.
IEP Goals

IEP Goals for Perseveration and Perseverating Behaviors
ByLisa Lightner June 9, 2026June 16, 2026

Read More IEP Goals for Perseveration and Perseverating Behaviors
Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Perseveration: Why Some Children Get Stuck on Thoughts or Topics; and How to Help.
ByLisa Lightner June 8, 2026June 9, 2026

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IEP and 504 Accommodations (Examples and Lists)

Sensory Processing Disorder: 50 School Accommodations Ideas.
ByLisa Lightner March 25, 2026May 26, 2026

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IEP and 504 Accommodations (Examples and Lists)

IEP Accommodations for Transitions: 70 Ideas for School, Lunch, and Class Changes
ByLisa Lightner March 20, 2026June 8, 2026

Read More IEP Accommodations for Transitions: 70 Ideas for School, Lunch, and Class Changes
IEP Goals

Creating an Effective IEP for Students with Autism (sample PDF)
ByLisa Lightner March 17, 2026June 9, 2026

Read More Creating an Effective IEP for Students with Autism (sample PDF)
IEP Goals

Autism IEP Goal Bank: 100+ Measurable IEP Goals for Students with Autism
ByLisa Lightner March 17, 2026June 9, 2026

Read More Autism IEP Goal Bank: 100+ Measurable IEP Goals for Students with Autism
IEP Goals

23 IEP Goals for Auditory Processing Disorder (With Classroom Examples)
By February 15, 2026August 10, 2026

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IEP Goals

Autism Elopement: 18 IEP Goals and Strategies
ByLisa Lightner February 12, 2026July 6, 2026

Read More Autism Elopement: 18 IEP Goals and Strategies
Special Education Advocacy

Autism Elopement: What It Means and How Schools Should Respond.
ByLisa Lightner February 12, 2026July 6, 2026

Read More Autism Elopement: What It Means and How Schools Should Respond.
Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

Noise Cancelling Headphones for Autism, ADHD, or Anxiety: Audiologists Share Their Top 7 Picks.
ByLisa Lightner February 5, 2026August 10, 2026

Read More Noise Cancelling Headphones for Autism, ADHD, or Anxiety: Audiologists Share Their Top 7 Picks.

Autism Information and Resources

RFK Jr.’s New Autism Plan Is Here, and It’s Worse Than Expected.

Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder (SPCD): Signs, Autism and IEPs

Teaching Pragmatic Language Skills: How to Improve Social Communication

Pragmatic Language IEP Goals: 38 Measurable Examples for Speech Therapy + Social Communication

40 Adaptive Outdoor Games and Activities for Special Needs Kids

Pretend Play and Autism: Does it matter?

Social Skills IEP Goals for all Ages, including Objectives (free PDF)

Best Visual Timers for Kids: Apps, Physical Timers, and Strategies.

IEP Goals for Perseveration and Perseverating Behaviors

Perseveration: Why Some Children Get Stuck on Thoughts or Topics; and How to Help.

Sensory Processing Disorder: 50 School Accommodations Ideas.

IEP Accommodations for Transitions: 70 Ideas for School, Lunch, and Class Changes

Creating an Effective IEP for Students with Autism (sample PDF)

Autism IEP Goal Bank: 100+ Measurable IEP Goals for Students with Autism

23 IEP Goals for Auditory Processing Disorder (With Classroom Examples)

Autism Elopement: 18 IEP Goals and Strategies

Autism Elopement: What It Means and How Schools Should Respond.

Noise Cancelling Headphones for Autism, ADHD, or Anxiety: Audiologists Share Their Top 7 Picks.

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