Part 2: PECS part III and IV

PECS: A method of communication used for learners diagnosed with ASD In the previous blog post, we discussed how to teach communication through PECS Phases I and II. In this blog post, we will dive into learning about Phases III and IV.   PECS is a (non) communication system, used at special needs schools, ABA clinics […]

Part 1- PECS: Learn all about PECS in your ABA sessions (Phase I and II)

Does your child or learner exhibit delays in speech? If your learner is at a young age, you might try to work on increasing their vocabulary on your own. However, sometimes you might practice with them to produce a vocal sound, but it might not be a full word or only an approximation of that […]

Why your child behaves differently at home and at school

Occasionally during parent-teacher conferences, it is revealed that the child’s behavior varies depending on where they are. Perhaps at home the child is compliant, completes his homework, and engages in appropriate play skills with his sibling. While at school, the same child is struggling to turn in assignments or build meaningful friendships. Perhaps it is […]

Transitioning Back to School: Increasing Social Skills

TIPS By: ABA Works This week, local schools are welcoming back students while some students are starting a new school for the first time. Expat families have additional adjustments related to starting a new school, in a new country, with new cultural considerations. For children who have difficulties with social skills, this transition can be […]

Tips For Tantrums

During times your child has a tantrum, many parents may wonder how they should cope with it. There are so many different theories and approaches about this. In my years of experience working with families and teenagers, I found 10 approaches the most helpful on how to deal with children’s tantrums. They have mostly derived […]

Preparing for the Summer: Children’s Free Time

The structured school year provides a normalized schedule for children and parents that allows for ease in following this routine. Once summer begins, children are faced with days full of free time and no set routine. This unstructured setting can lead to difficulty with transitioning, compliance, self-initiation of activities or independence. To avoid this increase […]

Parenting Tips for Decreasing Problem Behaviors at Home

TIPS by ABA Works Many parents struggle with compliance with their children at home, even more so if their child has Autism, ADHD, behavior challenges, or related disorders. Does your child verbally refuse every time you ask a demand? Does he/she have trouble with transitions? Does a simple direction sometimes result in a meltdown? Although increasing […]

Match Effective ABA Strategies to Your Child’s Learning Style

TIPS By: ABA Works Last week, we addressed how children learn differently and often have an affinity towards one type of learning style. To find out which learning style you or your child has, read more about the characteristics here. Once you’ve determined which style describes how your child best understands new information, you can use […]

Inside Look at a Typical ABA Session

Tips by ABA Works In the often confusing and contradictory world of Autism (ASD), one of the few things researchers, professionals and parents agree on is the importance of Early Intervention services in children with ASD. The National Research Council published a report with overwhelming research supporting earlier is better, both with diagnosis and in […]

Impact of Early Intervention Services

Tips by ABA Works In the often confusing and contradictory world of Autism (ASD), one of the few things researchers, professionals and parents agree on is the importance of Early Intervention services in children with ASD. The National Research Council published a report with overwhelming research supporting earlier is better, both with diagnosis and in […]