In today's Q&A episode, I answer questions submitted by listeners. Topics Discussed: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Exploratory play </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Behaviors </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Vocal stims </li> </ul> Links Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="https://amzn.to/3tCwYxM">People Play Booklet</a> Other Links You May Be Interested In: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/autismlittlelearners">Autism Little Learners on Instagram</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/autismlittlelearners/">Autism Little Learners on Facebook</a> </li> </ul> You can also join my <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/3922278281209994/">free Visual Supports Facebook Group</a> to "hang out" with like-minded educators and parents who want to take action and implement visuals at home or at school. Be sure to subscribe to The Autism Little Learners Podcast so you don't miss future episodes. Plus, leave a rating & review on iTunes….this will help other educators and parents find this podcast! <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autism-little-learners-podcast/id1665404820"> CLICK HERE</a> to leave a review on iTunes, then scroll down to "ratings and reviews" and click "write a review". THANK YOU!

In today's Q&A episode, I answer questions submitted by listeners. Topics Discussed: Exploratory play Behaviors Vocal stims Links Mentioned In This Episode: People Play Booklet Other Links You May Be Interested In: Autism Little Learners on Instagram Autism Little Learners on Facebook You can also join my free Visual Supports Facebook Group to "hang out" with like-minded educators and parents who want to take action and implement visuals at home or at school. Be sure to subscribe to The Autism Little Learners Podcast so you don't miss future episodes. Plus, leave a rating & review on iTunes….this will help other educators and parents find this podcast! CLICK HERE to leave a review on iTunes, then scroll down to "ratings and reviews" and click "write a review". THANK YOU!

In today's Q&amp;A episode, I answer questions submitted by listeners. Topics Discussed: <ul> <li> Exploratory play </li> <li> Behaviors </li> <li> Vocal stims </li> </ul> Links Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="https://amzn.to/3tCwYxM" rel="noopener noreferrer">People Play Booklet</a> Other Links You May Be Interested In: <ul> <li> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/autismlittlelearners" rel="noopener noreferrer">Autism Little Learners on Instagram</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/autismlittlelearners/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Autism Little Learners on Facebook</a> </li> </ul> You can also join my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/3922278281209994/" rel="noopener noreferrer">free Visual Supports Facebook Group</a> to "hang out" with like-minded educators and parents who want to take action and implement visuals at home or at school. Be sure to subscribe to The Autism Little Learners Podcast so you don't miss future episodes. Plus, leave a rating &amp; review on iTunes….this will help other educators and parents find this podcast! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autism-little-learners-podcast/id1665404820" rel="noopener noreferrer"> CLICK HERE</a> to leave a review on iTunes, then scroll down to "ratings and reviews" and click "write a review". THANK YOU!

#40 - Autism Classroom Q & A - October

You want to help your autistic students or child thrive — but it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. Whether you're wondering how to build connection, teach communication, navigate sensory needs, or support your paras… you're in the right place.

Welcome to The Autism Little Learners Podcast, where compassion meets practical strategy. Host Tara Phillips, a speech-language pathologist with over two decades of experience, brings you neurodiversity-affirming insights, step-by-step tips, and real-world examples that help you feel confident, prepared, and inspired to support young autistic children.

This show is relaxed, upbeat, and packed with actionable ideas you can use right away — whether you're a special educator, SLP, general education teacher, paraprofessional, parent, grandparent, or anyone who loves a young autistic child.

Each episode explores topics like:

Teaching communication and AAC in natural, joyful ways

Using visual supports and routines to create predictability

Fostering co-regulation and independence

Understanding sensory needs and reducing stress

Supporting paraprofessionals with clarity and compassion

Building strong, trusting relationships with autistic kids

Tara's approach is rooted in connection over compliance — helping you see each child's strengths, honor their communication style, and create an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.

Subscribe to The Autism Little Learners Podcast and join the movement toward more compassionate, affirming early childhood education.

Connect with Tara:
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/autismlittlelearners
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/autismlittlelearners
🌐 Website: autismlittlelearners.com

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You want to help your autistic students or child thrive — but it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. Whether you're wondering how to build connection, teach communication, navigate sensory needs, or support your paras… you're in the right place. Welcome to The Autism Little Learners Podcast, where compassion meets practical strategy. Host Tara Phillips, a speech-language pathologist with over two decades of experience, brings you neurodiversity-affirming insights, step-by-step tips, and real-world examples that help you feel confident, prepared, and inspired to support young autistic children. This show is relaxed, upbeat, and packed with actionable ideas you can use right away — whether you're a special educator, SLP, general education teacher, paraprofessional, parent, grandparent, or anyone who loves a young autistic child. Each episode explores topics like: Teaching communication and AAC in natural, joyful ways Using visual supports and routines to create predictability Fostering co-regulation and independence Understanding sensory needs and reducing stress Supporting paraprofessionals with clarity and compassion Building strong, trusting relationships with autistic kids Tara's approach is rooted in connection over compliance — helping you see each child's strengths, honor their communication style, and create an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. Subscribe to The Autism Little Learners Podcast and join the movement toward more compassionate, affirming early childhood education. Connect with Tara: 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/autismlittlelearners 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/autismlittlelearners 🌐 Website: autismlittlelearners.com

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