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Sheila Hartley
ContributorMS, BCBA, LBA
Sheila is a Connect contributor writing on autism education and special-education practice.
Articles by Sheila
ARIS & Curriculum 7 Best Homeschool Curricula for Children with Autism
Over 10% of families homeschool at least one child, and during the pandemic the homeschool enrollment rate increased by 30%. [1] For families who have a child with autism or other special...
Sheila Hartley
Jun 11, 2023 · 8 min read
Language & Communication Can Sign Language Help Early Learners With Autism Develop Communication Skills?
The short answer is Yes! There is strong research support for teaching sign language to all young children, with and without ASD. Sign language can be used to help encourage verbal language...
Sheila Hartley
Jul 11, 2022 · 5 min read
Life Skills & Transitions Fun in the Kitchen! Teaching Developmentally Appropriate Cooking Processes to Autistic Learners
Using Task Analyses and Imitation Strategies Preparing and gathering for a meal is a special social occasion for family and friends from all walks of life. Structured steps and visual aids may...
Sheila Hartley
Nov 19, 2021 · 4 min read
ARIS & Curriculum 20 Best Books for Teaching the Concept of Time to Autistic Children
This resource was created as a supplement for the Language Builder: ARIS® Academic Readiness Intervention System complete early autism curriculum, Lesson #194, Receptive Time - Analog and...
Sheila Hartley
Nov 14, 2021 · 8 min read