Making the Holidays Magical (Tips for Families of Children with Autism)
The holidays are a time for joy, togetherness, and maybe a little bit of chaos—the good kind, of course! For families navigating autism, this season can come with its own...
Rudolph’s Top 5 List of Most-Loved Toys
We asked Rudolph and our ABA therapists here at The Uncommon Thread for a list of the most loved toys used in our centers. These toys are not only favorites...
Bringing Therapy to Life: Community Outings for Children with Autism
Community outings for children with autism is an important way to practice life skills. An ABA therapy setting is a safe and supportive place where children learn valuable skills ranging...
The Power of Visual Schedules for Children with Autism (From Chaos to Calm)
There is great power in visual schedules for children with autism. Helping children with autism navigate daily routines and transitions can often be challenging. At The Uncommon Thread we use...
A Non-Scary Halloween (Fun Tips for Children with Autism)
Halloween can be a thrilling time for many children, but for those with autism, it can also be overwhelming. At The Uncommon Thread, we know how to turn Halloween into...
Furry Friends, Big Benefits: How Pet Therapy Helps Kids with Autism
“Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.” – George Eliot At The Uncommon Thread (TUT) we witness firsthand how pet therapy can be...
Top 10 Strategies for Tackling Eating Challenges in Children with Autism
Does your child wrinkle their nose at slimy, chewy, sticky, crispy, grainy, crunchy, flaky or creamy foods? That sentence alone was a mouthful! Mealtime can be a battlefield for many...
Siblings Of Children With Autism (The Joys And The Challenges)
Sibling relationships are one of the most important (and most often times) the longest relationships we will have in our lives. This special relationship brings with it a built in...
