Kids First Pediatric Therapy
5489 Byrne Rd # 284 V5J 3J1 Burnaby, BC, Canada

If you're looking to create a sensory space at home or school, check out Canadian company FDMT's online flipbook for ideas! https://heyzine.com/flip-book/1686114ff9.html

The popular PBS Kids show, Daniel Tiger, now has a character with Autism, Max! Check it out: https://www.fredrogers.org//daniel-tigers-neighborhood-ad/

For a new parents of children with Down Syndrome, be sure to check out the Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society for resources and support:

** Videogame alert! ** Check out Dino Island- a videogame that focuses on improving attention and executive functioning skills, designed using a neuroscience platform in Surrey, BC. Read on for more info, and included links/resources! https://www.surreynowleader.com//surrey-links-to-dino-isl/

A helpful reminder from those who may not use words to communicate

Girls and women with Autism are frequently misdiagnosed due to their symptoms, and ability their to 'mask' in their environments. The diagnostic criteria for autism currently fits most males with ASD, however females can present differently. The following article provides education regarding the different presentation, and concerns with misdiagnosing. https://childmind.org//autistic-girls-overlooked-undiagno/

**Great deal alert** Costco is selling kids weighted blankets (5lbs) for $43 (on sale in-store for $35). Different patterns to choose from! https://www.costco.ca/life-comfort---juvenile-weighted-blan

For any parents, teachers, or EAs looking for 'word prompts' for when kids are dysregulated and struggling to communicate, check out these social scripts! These are great for adults to model the language for kids to use to express themselves, or as a visual cue for kids who can read. http://www.thesensoryspectrum.com/social-scripts-mini-flip/

If you're finding it difficult to navigate challenging behaviour, whether you are a parent, teacher, or support person, these 5 tips are all about learning to respond rather than react. Check it out! https://www.creativechild.com//de-escalation-strategies-fo

"Self regulation is a skill to be taught, not bad behaviour". Read on for a better understanding and helpful tips and strategies for when your child is struggling to regulate. https://childmind.org/article/can-help-kids-self-regulation/

Covid19 has had an overwhelmingly negative impact on families living with autism. 60% of families found MCFD supports unhelpful, 40% of families are concerned for safety. The infographic below was created to urge the government to take action and provide supports that families actually need. Please share to spread awareness. https://www.actcommunity.ca/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-menta

If you're looking for a better understanding of how anxiety can present in children with ASD, check out this $20 webinar, this Thursday: https://autismawarenesscentre.com//webinar-supporting-an/

Here's a fun pre-reading activity for younger kids! Focus on hearing sounds and rhyming words. https://busytoddler.com/2020/03/hearing-sounds/