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The internet is quite something, isn’t it? It enables our children to communicate, play games and learn and can be a ‘go-to’ when our kids need to self-regulate or be entertained. But the internet can also be terrifying. Children, particularly autistic children, are vulnerable to online abuse and predators. It is therefore paramount that we teach our kids online safety to ensure that they are not at any risk when using online devices such as a tablet or computers.

Booking a holiday and travelling can be extremely stressful, which can be heightened when doing it with a child. For parents of children with disabilities or special needs, this can add further difficulty at times. Below we guide you through some of our top tips for taking a child with special needs on a flight, and how to prepare for this beforehand.

Even if your child has difficulty seeing, hearing, comprehending, or manipulating books, they can still enjoy them with your help. Sometimes, it’s not the most straightforward task, so here are some tips on how to make reading with children with special needs a breeze.

Exploring new sights, smells, colours, shapes, and activities expands minds and is a fun part of growing up. Here are some activity suggestions that children with autism may enjoy.