Tag: autism
Trends in SEN publishing
Amy Lankester-Alen knows what's popular right now, and has some tips for budding authors.
Teachers are time poor. They look for clear, practical, accessible books...
We’re building a reading culture
Let's make libraries more accessible, says Alison Tarrant, CEO of the School Library Association.
Building an authentic reading culture and an inclusive school library can...
Wellbeing and autism
James Beale on how people with autism experience nature-based exercise (NBEX)
Physical activity is good for us. It has physical and psychological benefits. Nature can...
Point of view: parent
I had to do something to turn our negative experience into a force for good, writes Rebecca Clapcott.
Archie's arrival was a turbulent one, with...
Diet and autism
Louise Mercieca on how to include the essential nutrients, while promoting an enjoyable relationship with food.
For children with autism, issues with food can be...
Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person: A Parent’s handbook to Supporting Newly...
Cathy Wassell is CEO of the popular Autistic Girls Network and has two children, both of whom were identified as autistic in their teens....
SEN125 : July/August 2023
READ SEN Magazine SEN125: July/August 2023 here
What a lovely time of the year this is, with school fairs and outdoor events. I love planting...
Forest School: Overcoming educational barriers for young people with autism
Stephanie Smith and Catriona Henson take to the outdoors
At The Cavendish School, our students are driven to succeed, but are unable to thrive in...
Helping young people to understand their autistic identity
Rebecca Duffus shares some strategies for support.
Many autistic people discuss the term 'autistic identification' as affirming and valid, in place of 'diagnosis'. Referring to...
Elephants are not fish
Josianne Pisani and Feliciea Jibson on invisible strengths and reframing neurodiversity.
Anyone with ASD, or who has lived experience of ASD, will be familiar with...
