How to Talk so Autistic Kids Will Hear

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In this video, I explain six tips for communicating well with neurodivergent children and adults you’re working with or caring for.

Here are the timestamps so you can jump straight to the relevant part of the episode:

00:00 Introduction and WHY we need different communication
03:56 - Concrete language
05:26 – Short and simple
06:54 – Talk then STOP
08:48 – Repeat and check
14:04 – Multiple formats
16:45 – Give us time
19:52 - Summary

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LINKS
If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following:
SUMMARY: Here’s a visual summary of the 6 tips as promised in the podcast - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/wp-c...
KEYNOTE: Getting It Right For Autistic Learners In Mainstream Settings - slides and resources - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/keyn...
BOOK: The Neurodiverse Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to Individual Learning Needs and How to Meet Them - https://amzn.to/3ExdhKV
BOOK: Parenting Rewired: How to Raise a Happy Autistic Child in a Very Neurotypical World - https://amzn.to/3V36NJ0
VIDEO: AUTISM - Why we need simple instructions... -    • AUTISM - Why we need simple instructions...  
BITESIZE CPD: Autistic Friendly Classrooms - slides and walkthrough so you can run a short session - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/slid...


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