Since it is Autism month, here are some tips on how to help your children with autism deal with these changing times.
1. Have a daily schedule for them
2. Have them interact with others through Skype, Zoom or FaceTime.
3. Take them on virtual field trips https://totallythebomb.com/heres-33-national-park-tours-you-can-take-virtually-from-the-comfort-of-your-home
4. Educate them about COVID-19 https://littlepuddins.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/The-Corona-Virus-Free-Printable-Updated-2-The-Autism-Educator-.pdf
5. For every 30 minutes of screen time, give them a 5 minute break
6. No screen time an hour before bed
7. Try to find them a positive mentor who is 1 or 2 years older https://www.mentoring.org
8. Incorporate music therapy