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Helping Autistic Children Enjoy Halloween with Calm Visual Supports

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  🎃 Shop Now at Etsy Making Halloween Predictable and Fun Halloween can be exciting for some children and overwhelming for others. For autistic or sensory-sensitive children, the bright lights, costumes, and sudden sounds can feel confusing or even scary. Predictability helps them feel safe, and one of the best ways to do that is through visual supports. That is why I created the  When Halloween Feels Too Scary  social story. It gently explains what Halloween is, what children might see or hear, and how to stay calm and comfortable during the celebration. A Calm Story for Visual Learners This story is designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers who learn best through visuals. It uses simple words and soft illustrations to prepare children for new experiences like putting on a costume, hearing trick-or-treaters at the door, and collecting candy with family or friends. It includes both  US Letter size  and  Half-Page Booklet  version...

A Complete Visual Toolkit for Supporting Autistic Children at Home and School

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  🛒 Shop at Etsy Helping Children Feel Calm, Confident, and Ready to Learn Every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and supported. For autistic children, the world can sometimes feel unpredictable or overwhelming. Visual tools help make daily life easier to follow. They show what comes next, help with communication, and reduce the stress of transitions. The  Autism Visual Support Mega Pack   was designed to bring calm and structure into everyday routines. Each printable visual uses soft colors, clean icons, and a simple layout that keeps focus clear. Parents, educators, and therapists can use these visuals to help children build confidence, independence, and emotional understanding. How Visual Supports Make a Difference Visuals are powerful because they stay constant even when words are hard to process. Spoken instructions disappear as soon as they are said, but a picture stays on the wall or table for as long as the child needs it. This gives childre...