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Summer Fun for Students with Autism

Summer is a time for change. School year routines are gone and there is more unstructured time for most students. Summer can be a great time to explore new experiences, try something different or learn a new skill. This department explores summer options.

Creating Successful Summer Camp Programs for Students with Austim Spectrum Disorders - Audio Interview with Pamela Lemerand

The following is an audio interview with Pamela Lemerand from Eastern Michigan University. She speaks with Autism Family Online about creating summer camp options for children with ASD. Summer camping adventures can provide great experiences for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders if there is proper planning and support. This interview with Pamela Lemerand highlights how some successful situations were a benefit to students. It is important to remember that planning for summer options needs to begin with plenty of lead time for all the pieces to fit together. . . . keep reading

Creating Successful Summer Camp Programs for Students with Austim Spectrum Disorders -Interview with Pamela Lemerand- Written Dialogue

Autism Family Online interviews with Pamela Lemerand about successful summer camp options for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The following is an interview with Pamela Lemerand from Eastern Michigan University. She speaks with Autism Family Online about the summer camp programs being offered for children with ASD. Interviewer: My name is Faith Kurily from Autism Family Online. I am here with Pamela Lemerand from Eastern Michigan. Pamela, can you go through your current title and what your role is right now? . . . keep reading

HOMEMADE PLAY DOUGH RECIPES

Here are some different homemade play dough recipes. These are made with non-toxic ingredients, but we do not recommend eating them. Try these out with your autistic child on a rainy day and have fun! Let us know what you think or send us your own recipe! . . . keep reading

Summer Activities for Children with Autism to Do At Home

Do you ever have those days where you need something to do? Here are some ideas to get you started. |image1|Pick out some good family summer activities. Find a picture to represent each one and put them on the refrigerator or in a special place. Those pictures will create a menu of possible activities. That menu will help you and your child plan your days. It will help you remember to select different activities. The picture menu will help your child make choices and let you know which activities are most desirable. . . . keep reading

Suggested Summer Activities for Children with Autism

Summer can feel long for families. The regular routines of the school year are gone, so there can be lots of time to fill. This is a perfect season to plan special activities and create new learning and play opportunities. Pick out some good family summer activities. Find a picture to represent each one and put them on the refrigerator or in a special place. Those pictures will create a menu of possible activities. That menu will help you and your child plan your days. It will help you remember to select different activities. The picture menu will help your child make choices and let you know which activities are most desirable. Here are some possibilities. . . . keep reading

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