Harley-Davidsons art and autism – Kirtanraw paints motorcycles
byby Debra Muzikar Sometimes an image someone emails me will inspire a blog. This one of a Harley Davidson who Subramanian Bandiloo emailed me…
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New research relies on first-person accounts from autistic children about sensory issues
byKirby’s study is important for many reasons. Going directly to the source, instead of relying on third party accounts, is what many of us…
The power of expectations
byBy Debra Muzikar It’s June 2002. The first grade end-of-school party is at the beach. I watch Kevin jump in the waves squealing in…
Autism Unveiled: six-week advocacy project culminating on World Autism Awareness Day
by“If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism,” Dr. Stephen Mark Shore Dates: February 18, 2015 – April 2,…
Effective inclusion requires cooperation, communication, flexibility and creativity
byDuring recess I’d park my car and watch the kids play. My heart would go out to Kevin who I observed standing alone by…
Is autism contagious? Questions students ask.
byby Debra Muzikar “Does Kevin know he’s autistic?” Keri Bowers asked me eleven years ago. “Kevin is nine years old,” I said. “I don’t…
What Brandon and Amalia teach us about love, honesty and parenting a special needs child
by“The way we look at our children and their limitations is precisely the way they will feel about themselves. We set the examples, and…
The power of visioning
byby Debra Muzikar Last year while attending a College Success class at Santa Barbara City College, Kevin was taught success equals vision plus action….