Autumn and the holiday season brings its joys – and potential challenges – for people with autism. Costumes, candy, disrupted routines, travel, house guests and new foods and experiences abounding, it can be completely overwhelming. Tips, tricks, recipes and activities are plentiful online; here are a list of resources from around the web that can help you plan for the festivities.
Social/Teaching Stories
High Holiday visual supports from Gateways to Jewish education
Thanksgiving Social Story (PDF) from Autism Speaks
Hanukkah Social Story from JTeach.org
Christmas Social Story by Positively Autism
Free Online Recipes and Candy Guide
Specific Carbohydrate Diet: Pecanbread & SCD Recipe
Gluten/Casein/Soy Free – Nourishing Meals