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.

Disability Acceptance and Advocacy

Want to Really Support Autistic People? Here Are 7 Simple Ways.
ByLisa Lightner April 30, 2025September 25, 2025

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

10 Things Autistic People Say, and What They’re Really Telling You
ByLisa Lightner April 28, 2025March 24, 2026

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IEP and 504 Accommodations (Examples and Lists)

Auditory Processing Disorder: 35 Practical Accommodations
ByLisa Lightner December 6, 2024March 31, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

50 Best Toy Ideas for Kids with Autism or Developmental Delays (including non verbal)
ByLisa Lightner September 12, 2024March 24, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

25 Most Popular Homeschool Curriculums for ADHD and Autism
ByLisa Lightner September 8, 2024March 24, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Unlocking Communication: Understanding Receptive and Expressive Language Skills
ByLisa Lightner September 7, 2024December 1, 2025

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Special Education Classrooms and Teachers

The Autism Classroom: 10 Ways to Make it More Inclusive and Neurodiversity Affirming
ByLisa Lightner September 2, 2024January 6, 2025

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

What’s the Difference Between Gestalt Language Processing and Hyperlexia?
ByLisa Lightner September 1, 2024December 1, 2025

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IEP and Special Education Knowledge

Transabled and Transautistic: Is this really a thing?
ByLisa Lightner August 27, 2024September 11, 2024

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Understanding “Allistic” and Its Impact on Your Child’s IEP
ByLisa Lightner August 16, 2024September 19, 2025

Read More Understanding “Allistic” and Its Impact on Your Child’s IEP
IEP and 504 Accommodations (Examples and Lists)

24 IEP Accommodations and Strategies for Self Regulation in the Classroom
ByLisa Lightner July 8, 2024July 7, 2026

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Special Needs Family Resources (Daily Life)

15 Popular Books with Autistic Main Characters
ByLisa Lightner May 6, 2024March 24, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

Hand Flapping When Excited, But Not Autism? How to Tell, When to Worry.
ByLisa Lightner April 26, 2024September 19, 2025

Read More Hand Flapping When Excited, But Not Autism? How to Tell, When to Worry.
IEP Goals

Fine Motor IEP Goals: 50 Fine Motor Skills Goals for All Ages
ByLisa Lightner April 17, 2024March 31, 2026

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IEP Goals

15 IEP Goals for Severe and Profound Students: Supporting Students with High Needs
ByLisa Lightner April 17, 2024March 31, 2026

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Activities for Kids (Fun and Learning)

50 Sensory Bin Ideas for Autism
ByLisa Lightner March 29, 2024August 30, 2026

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

What’s the Difference Between ABA vs Floortime?
ByLisa Lightner March 28, 2024April 13, 2024

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Disability Resources (Understanding Conditions)

My IEP Student and Inappropriate Laughter: What to Do When It Leads to Discipline
ByLisa Lightner March 27, 2024December 1, 2025

Read More My IEP Student and Inappropriate Laughter: What to Do When It Leads to Discipline

Autism Information and Resources

Want to Really Support Autistic People? Here Are 7 Simple Ways.

10 Things Autistic People Say, and What They’re Really Telling You

Auditory Processing Disorder: 35 Practical Accommodations

50 Best Toy Ideas for Kids with Autism or Developmental Delays (including non verbal)

25 Most Popular Homeschool Curriculums for ADHD and Autism

Unlocking Communication: Understanding Receptive and Expressive Language Skills

The Autism Classroom: 10 Ways to Make it More Inclusive and Neurodiversity Affirming

What’s the Difference Between Gestalt Language Processing and Hyperlexia?

Transabled and Transautistic: Is this really a thing?

Understanding “Allistic” and Its Impact on Your Child’s IEP

24 IEP Accommodations and Strategies for Self Regulation in the Classroom

15 Popular Books with Autistic Main Characters

Hand Flapping When Excited, But Not Autism? How to Tell, When to Worry.

Fine Motor IEP Goals: 50 Fine Motor Skills Goals for All Ages

15 IEP Goals for Severe and Profound Students: Supporting Students with High Needs

50 Sensory Bin Ideas for Autism

What’s the Difference Between ABA vs Floortime?

My IEP Student and Inappropriate Laughter: What to Do When It Leads to Discipline

IEP Support for Parents and Educators

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