The ABA Speech Podcast- Easy Strategies for Speech Therapists, BCBAs, and RBTs
Join Rose Griffin, a dedicated Speech Therapist and BCBA from ABA SPEECH, as she shares her compassionate approach to supporting the communication needs of autistic individuals. With 20 years of experience, Rose is committed to respecting and understanding the diverse ways autistic people communicate and interact with the world.
This podcast is a resource for professionals and parents alike, offering practical strategies that honor each person's unique communication style. Rose covers a wide range of topics, including how to recognize and support autistic communication from an early age, the distinctions between autism and speech differences, and effective, respectful approaches to fostering communication, whether a child is non-speaking, minimally speaking, or verbal.
Through a mix of interviews and solo episodes, Rose explores how to enhance meaningful connections, address challenges with empathy, and celebrate the strengths of autistic individuals. Whether you're a parent, therapist, or educator, you'll find valuable insights and actionable advice to create supportive environments that empower communication and honor neurodiversity.
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The ABA Speech Podcast- Easy Strategies for Speech Therapists, BCBAs, and RBTs
#176: Summer Social Skills Resources From ABA SPEECH
I love Summer!!
Summer should be fun and functional, which is why I want to kick off this season with ABA Speech Summer Social Skills Resources.
- The Grocery Store Game - “I Bought ___” Fill in the blank game with visual prompts.
- Modified Uno - Anyone can play Uno, Check out the video model included in my freebie.
- Modified Connect Four - This is a fun way to practice and enjoy natural turn taking and game completion.
- Modified Scrabble - This one is for the older learners with letter recognition! For the rules, don't miss the video model in this link.
- Modified Memory and Matching - Games don’t have to last an hour; you can shorten them with the modified version I demonstrate in the video model.
- Paper Plate Ice Skating - Merry Christmas in July! This is an action packed game to get you moving, with a video model provided!
- Scavenger Hunt - A fun way for natural communication and to get outdoors!
- Would You Rather Videos - Try these two fun “video” games with a vacation theme and a dessert theme.
This resource guide is jam packed with ideas, models, and tutorials to get you working on joint attention and social skills in the fun, summer sun!
#autism #speectherapy
What’s Inside:
- All about the Summer Social Skills Resource Guide.
- Ideas and models for fun, functional summer fun.
- Modified games ANYONE can play!
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Summer Social Skills Resources
