Practical resources for teaching foundational skills

Specific, usable articles for parents and therapists working on early skills with autistic and neurodivergent children — no vague advice, just what actually works.

2026

How to Teach Counting to a Nonverbal or Minimally Verbal Child

Counting doesn't require speech — it requires a consistent, tactile way to connect a quantity to a symbol. Here's a step-by-step approach that doesn't depend on verbal responses.

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2026

IEP Numeracy Goals: What to Actually Ask For

"Improve math skills" is not a usable IEP goal. Here's how to turn vague numeracy objectives into specific, measurable ones your child's team can actually track.

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