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Tatiana Tortora
ContributorTatiana is a Connect contributor writing on autism education and special-education practice.
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ARIS & Curriculum The 20 Best Addition Books for Autistic Students Using Counter Objects
This resource was created as a supplement for the Language Builder: ARIS® Academic Readiness Intervention System complete early autism curriculum, Lesson #182, Adding Using Counter Objects....
Tatiana Tortora
Oct 31, 2021 · 6 min read
ARIS & Curriculum The 20 Best Books to Teach Subtraction to Autistic Children Using Counter Objects
This resource was created as a supplement for the Language Builder: ARIS® Academic Readiness Intervention System complete early autism curriculum, Lesson #183, Subtracting Using Counter...
Tatiana Tortora
Oct 29, 2021 · 6 min read
Family & Home Life Tricks for Making Halloween Enjoyable for Your Autistic Child
Many children love Halloween, but some autistic children find Halloween to be stressful and unenjoyable. The holiday boosts traditions that may be worry-invoking for some neurodivergent...
Tatiana Tortora
Oct 20, 2021 · 5 min read
Language & Communication Best Apps for Autistic Children
Certain apps are targeted to meet the needs and support autistic individuals. Children in this generation have grown up with iPads and tablets. They’re able to navigate the devices and often...
Tatiana Tortora
Oct 17, 2021 · 8 min read
Classroom Strategies 10 Spectacular Virtual Field Trips for ASD Students
Field trips create enriching experiences that support instruction. Students habitually love field trips, and they get excited about hands-on learning. Teachers love field trips because they engage...
Tatiana Tortora
Oct 3, 2021 · 6 min read
Classroom Strategies 6 Ways to Set Up Inclusion Settings Successfully for Autistic* (ASD) Students
Defining inclusion: Inclusion is a common term used in education, meaning to bring together all students regardless of their abilities. An inclusion setting allows students with disabilities to learn...
Tatiana Tortora
Sep 13, 2021 · 5 min read
Classroom Strategies 4 Key Tips for Preparing your Special Education Classroom for the New School Year
The new school year is quickly approaching. Setting up a new classroom takes time and a lot of planning, especially when taking into consideration the needs of our unique students. Children with...
Tatiana Tortora
Aug 28, 2021 · 6 min read
Classroom Strategies A Teachers Guide to Toilet Training Autistic* Children: Five Key Steps
Toilet training autistic children can be a daunting task. It requires patience, time, and a team effort. But toilet training is a necessity to develop a more self-sufficient and independent...
Tatiana Tortora
Aug 14, 2021 · 7 min read
Autism Resources How to Strengthen Executive Functioning Skills for Children with Autism
Executive functioning is a fundamental process that each person needs to achieve goals, filter distractions, prioritize tasks, and control impulses. Deficits in executive functioning will impact a...
Tatiana Tortora
Aug 14, 2021 · 5 min read
Classroom Strategies Ways to Develop a Strong Parent-Teacher Relationship
A Teacher’s Guide for Communicating Effectively with Families who have Autistic Children Effective communication with families is a significant piece of being a good teacher. It can be challenging...
Tatiana Tortora
Aug 8, 2021 · 5 min read