Are you wondering how to support your child’s transition to kindergarten? This workshop is tailored to prepare families for this significant milestone with helpful information and tips, such as the steps to prepare your child for school, effective communication with the school, visual supports, and more!
We all know how challenging a picky eater can be, but did you know there are Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies that can help? You will become more familiar with the importance of good eating habits, issues common to picky eaters, and factors that may influence them, how to increase healthy eating routines, and ways […]
Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also struggle with mental health challenges like constant worries, low mood, and overwhelming feelings of frustration. When your child is unable to control their emotions, a parent often feels helpless and doesn’t know where to start. This workshop will help you understand the overlap between autism and mental […]
Does your child struggle to finish school assignments or play independently without constant reminders to stay on task? An independent activity schedule is a great tool that can help your child become more independent during unstructured times. Participating in this Kinark Kreates Q&A session will give you an opportunity to ask questions from an Autism […]
Let’s continue to add to your managing challenging behaviours toolkit! After a brief review of the content discussed in Part 1, you will learn different ways to collect information that will shed light on when and why a child is engaging in challenging behaviours. You will also learn how to develop a plan to change […]
Sleep concerns can be common in children with autism and many parents struggle with how to address them. You are not in this alone! We are here to support you with ways to develop a healthy sleep routine. In this workshop you will learn ways to track your child’s sleeping behaviours, identify and troubleshoot potential […]
How do we teach our children with autism to effectively wash their hands and/or use hand sanitizer for 20 seconds? This training is designed to review how evidenced-based practices can be utilized to teach children with autism how to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer effectively. You will learn how to break down handwashing […]
COVID-19 has introduced some new terminology into our everyday lives. What does “physical distancing” mean? How do we teach our children with autism to practice physical distancing? This training is designed to guide parents on how to use evidenced-based practices to teach children to recognize a two metre distance, and when, where and with who […]
Everyone knows it’s important to teach your child their ABCs and 123s. What about the skills they need to get through the rest of their day and lives? Functional life skills are essential skills that allow us to function independently at home, school, work, and in our communities. Skills may include brushing our teeth, ordering […]
From the first cry after your child’s birth to learning to say their first word, there are many steps along the way and many more to go before your child masters communicating with words. This session will provide an overview of communication milestones and critical early language skills. You will leave with individualized goals and […]
Let’s add to your managing challenging behaviours toolkit! This workshop will review the basics of behaviour, answer questions like how to define a behaviour, what are the functions of behaviour, and how do I begin to collect data. You will learn how to identify behaviours that you want to change, the power of reinforcement and […]
Most parents view safety as a significant concern. Parents of children with autism often have additional issues to consider when addressing the safety concerns of their children. This workshop outlines essential safety skills with regards to fire, water, road and vehicle safety, wandering and elopement. You will learn tips and tools that you can use […]
Visual schedules are great tools for assisting children with following routines and increasing their independence. Our Kinark Kreates DIY Visual Schedules video shows you how to create and use a visual schedule with your child. Participating in this Q&A session will give you an opportunity to speak with an ASD Consultant about how to individualize […]
We all thrive on routine. Children with autism do especially well with repetition and predictability. But what happens when your child’s regular routine is disrupted? This workshop teaches you how to establish a healthy routine at home with your child and how to manage disruptions. You will learn the importance of establishing predictable daily routines […]
My sibling is a pain and I don’t know what to do. Find out how other siblings cope and learn some skills for managing your frustrations with your sibling.
It’s important to be a supportive and helpful sibling, but this session is all about you! What do you do to feel good about yourself? Is there an activity that’s just for you? Share with other siblings the special things about you, the ways you deal with stress, and how you make time for fun.
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