Piece of the Puzzle

Setting Screen Time Limits: Step-by-step instructions for parents and teachers who have difficulty transitioning kids off of iPads and iPhones Challenging Behaviors Tool Kit: Includes general framework and intervention principles relevant at any stage of life, positive approaches and suggestions, basic background information and links for further information Cooperative Games for Children, Teens and Adults: Players work together as a team instead of playing against each other.  The players work together to achieve a common goal. They win or lose as a team.

1. How Do You Teach This Kid? Author: Kimberly A. Henry 2. Task Galore Books Authors: Laurie Eckenrode, Pat Fennell, Kathy Hearsey 3. Early Intervention Every Day! Authors: Merle J. Crawford, Barbara Weber 4. Early Intervention & Autism Author: James Ball 5. A Friend Like John- Understanding Autism Author: Suzanne B. Bartlett 6. Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism & Related Disorders Author: Maria Wheeler 7. Just Take a Bite, Easy Effective Answers to Food Aversions and Eating Challenges! Authors: Lori Ernsperger, Tania Stegen-Hanson 8. Behavioral Interventions For Young Children with Autism Authors: Catherine Maurice, Gina Green, Stephen C. Luce

Autism & the Young Child Autism is considered to be a spectrum disorder because the symptoms vary in severity from mild to severe. Are you familiar with the early signs of autism? This month's Mini Institute focuses on characteristics of autism in young children, as well as programs to implement at home and at school. Read more here!

World Autism Month Date: April 2018    Wear blue all month long to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Share your photos and stories on social media using #LightItUpBlue. Autism 2018: Innovations in Research & Care Date and Time: April 27th from 8:00 AM - 5 PM  Location: University of Iowa Center for Disabilities & Development  This conference is intended to provide attendees with information about several cutting edge research projects that are currently being conducted at The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. It will also inform practitioners about research-supported treatment options for children and adults with autism in Iowa. Autism Symposium Date and Time: June 7th & 8th from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City   This training will focus on strategies for students of all ages in the areas of social thinking in the elementary years as well as transition from adolescence to adul