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Focusing on Focus: Strategies for Kids with Executive Functioning Deficits
If your child often finds it hard to pay attention, stay on task, or complete assignments, you're not alone.

DJ Nicholson
Aug 21, 20242 min read


Time Management Tips for Kids: A Guide for Parents and Teachers
Is your kid always running late, struggling to complete assignments on time, or forgetting important dates?

DJ Nicholson
Aug 21, 20242 min read


Tailoring Learning: Differentiation & Specially Designed Instruction
Every student learns differently. Some grasp concepts quickly, while others benefit from a more hands-on approach. This is where...

DJ Nicholson
May 29, 20242 min read


Building Calm, Clarity, & Engagement: Routines, Schedules, & Visuals for Success
For students with sensory and emotional needs, the classroom can sometimes feel overwhelming. Unpredictable routines, unclear...

DJ Nicholson
May 29, 20242 min read


"Tech Time, Power Time" for Inclusion: High-Tech Tools for Empowering Learners
The digital age offers a load of assistive technology (AT) to empower students with special needs. These tools can bridge learning gaps,...

DJ Nicholson
May 29, 20242 min read


The Power of Inclusion: Creating a Classroom Where Every Child Thrives
Imagine a classroom buzzing with energy, where every student feels valued, supported, and challenged. This isn't just a dream; it's the...

DJ Nicholson
May 29, 20242 min read


Supporting and Nurturing the Talents of a Kid with Autism!
When we presume competence for kids on the autism spectrum, sometimes they take "it" to the next level!

DJ Nicholson
May 24, 20242 min read


What is Instructional Modification?
What do these 4 words have in common? Adaptation Alteration Variation Difference They are all synonyms for the word modification and...

DJ Nicholson
Apr 27, 20241 min read


Rubber Bands Around the Fingers Do Not Constitute a Writing or a Learning Support!
Anyone that knows me, knows that rubber bands are my least favorite office supply. It's a sensory thing for me and a story for another...

DJ Nicholson
Apr 21, 20242 min read


Presuming Competence: It Only Takes One Person...
Imagine if we believed that all children, regardless of disability or learning difference, were capable of great things? Of learning? ...

DJ Nicholson
Apr 10, 20243 min read


Checklists for Better Mornings and Executive Functioning Support!
“Get back up there and brush your teeth!” She had said this to Harry over and over again… ad nauseam… until she began to dread every...

DJ Nicholson
Mar 28, 20243 min read


Navigating the Day: The Power of Individual Schedules for Children with Autism
When you have an autistic child, it can be tough to find effective strategies to support their development and well-being. It can feel...

DJ Nicholson
Mar 14, 20242 min read


How Can Visual Learning Support Kids with Autism?
Not everyone is an auditory learner! However, there's a powerful tool that has proven to be immensely beneficial for kids with autism:...

DJ Nicholson
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Top Ten Essential Learning Supports for Autistic Kids!
You asked! So here goes... Visual Supports: Visual schedules, charts, and cues help autistic kids understand routines and expectations...

DJ Nicholson
Feb 17, 20242 min read


The Importance of Expression and Learning Engagement for Kids with Autism
"I know what he means." WHAT?! HOW?! Every child needs a voice. Every child. That means for a child with autism who does not have a...

DJ Nicholson
Feb 3, 20243 min read


IEP Secrets from an Insider
Are a IEPs a bit... combative? Wonder what they are thinking on the other side of the table? Curious how you can create a world where...

DJ Nicholson
Jan 7, 20241 min read


Outdoor Play Supports Learning for Kids with Autism!
As parents, we love to see the magic that happens when our kids step outside and engage with the world around them. For children with...

DJ Nicholson
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Special Education “Labels”: Another Barrier to Inclusive Learning
Author’s note: I am not a fan of "labels". I have seen over the course of my years in special education, so many instances of...

DJ Nicholson
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Learning Through the Lens of Equity
Equity. It's a word seen often in the news and social media in conjunction with diversity, equity, and belonging. Some might say "it's...

DJ Nicholson
Nov 3, 20233 min read


Breaking Down Learning Barriers for Children with Disabilities
In an inclusive and diverse society, every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of their abilities or disabilities....

DJ Nicholson
Oct 18, 20233 min read
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