Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education

Discussed in this episode WOOO HOOOO! Episode 💯!!! Can't believe we're here already! 🎉. In this week's podcast I discuss my Top13 Tips for separation anxiety & How I use them. 🎉 As an Episode 💯 special I reached out to my online Facebook community for more advice and solutions.  Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/13-separation-anxie...

Discussed in this episode Traditional behaviour strategies (including ignoring, consequences, counting to 3 and timeout) often don't work for children with  autism, ADHD, ODD and PDA . These strategies are effective for neurotypical children who are better at regulating their own emotions, however children with special needs are often very literal thinkers and struggle with the mind reading and pr...

Discussed in this episode Moving Forward verses Moving On How to create an  'Elevator Pitch" What to do when people offer "advice" Why grief is different for everyone Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/my-child-just-got-diagnosed/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommu...

Discussed in this episode Some of my thoughts about the upcoming year. Also I read to you part of my book The Ultimate Guide to School and Home. The whole team including the teacher, teacher assistant, administration staff and leadership team should work towards building a strong relationship with the student. In our experience often the student only develops a strong relationship with the teacher...

Articles Discussed/Referred to in this episode In this episode I am interviewing Jed Baker, he is the author of many award-winning books on behaviour and social skills. I am a big fan of Jed and all of his work and very grateful to have him on the podcast. Hope you all enjoy In my interview with Jed we discuss: 7 common reasons for meltdowns Strategies to help children with trauma The impact of an...

In Episode 44 I had a rant about the number of students being withdrawn from learning due to behaviour. In this Episode I replay 44 and discuss recent announcements by NSW & Vic Education Departments. Articles Discussed/Referred to in this episode https://education.nsw.gov.au/student-wellbeing/attendance-behaviour-and-engagement/student-behaviour/behaviour-strategy/a-new-student-behaviour-strategy...

Discussed in this episode Questions from the Virtual Event Rachel: Where to sit? Reece: How do I encourage resilience? Mary: How to create a positive relationship with  a  autistic child who is non verbal Caitlin: How to engage in AAC (Augmentative Communication) for a child in early childhood who is non  verbal ? Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suel...

Discussed in this episode Sue answers some more questions with specific books and products that could help with them. Also some tips and Sue talks about this years Christmas catalogue. Things you will find in the 2020 Christmas / End of Year Celebrations Catalogue are: 🎁 14 Tips for Christmas / Holiday Season 🎁 Beautiful Picture Books to Educate the Whole Family this Christmas 🎁Holiday Reading...

Discussed in this episode Do you know kids who haven't toilet trained like their peers? Getting kids out of nappies can be hard if you use traditional techniques. Do you want some strategies that work for kids with Autism Spectrum & Why they work. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/kids-on-the-spectrum-out-of-nappies/ Join the facebook...

Discussed in this episode Are you Getting Ready for 2021? It is so important to start transition now! Do you want to know what I share? How I prepare students, staff, school etc? Watch my free transition webinar Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-90-tips-for-transition/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https...

Discussed in this episode Today on the podcast I have Kathy Hoopmann. Kathy has authored over 20 books on autism, ADHD and anxiety. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-92-kathy-hoopman/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or...

Discussed in this episode Executive functioning refers to the part of your brain that organises, prioritises and regulates emotions. However, I prefer to refer to it as the 'Air Traffic Control,' as just like air traffic control has to manage thousands of planes on countless runways with perfect timing, students have to manage information and distractions. Fortunately, we can improve executive fun...

Discussed in this episode ✅  8 Ways Sue Can Help You Teach Students With Autism  ✅  BONUS 9th Way to Help ✅  Why You Need to Implement These 9 Ways Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-87-8-ways-to-help-podcast/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To l...

Discussed in this episode In this podcast Sue discusses Dietician Caitlin Arundale explains what food jagging is and why children stop eating food they previously loved How to reduce anxiety around food  How do people decide if they need food therapy for their child What the SOS program is and how to implement it into your household Top Tips to reduce picky eating Whether you should allow children...

Discussed in this episode In this podcast Sue discusses  ✅  How to Address your Biggest Challenge & What to do ✅  3 Steps to Success ✅  Step 1: Ask Yourself "What is the worst thing that could happen if I try this strategy"  ✅  Step 2: Write down what you are going to try or talk to someone about what you are planning to do. ✅  Step 3: Just do it! Read more about this podcast in the show note...

Discussed in this episode ✅  Dysgraphia and what it means ✅  Why You Should Use Pencil Grips ✅  Handy Handwriting Tips  ✅  How to Use Spinning Tops and Stress Balls to Help Handwriting ✅  Why Kids Tire So Quickly  ✅  Why Fine Motor Skills Requires a Whole Body Approach Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-86-handwriting-tips...

Discussed in this episode In this podcast Sue discusses  >> Why Danuta wrote 'I am Aspie Girl' >> How to use the book 'I am Aspie Girl' to explain a diagnosis  >> When is a good time to talk about a diagnosis >> Why diagnosis needs to be an ongoing conversation  >> How girls on the spectrum mask and the impact of this >> How teachers should approach a conversation with parents if they haven't ment...

Discussed in this episode Some Q & A and general information for Teachers Assistants or as I alike to call them my 'Angels'. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-83-teacher-assistant-appreciation-week-q-a/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more...

Discussed in this episode In this podcast Sue discusses  ✅  Why children on the spectrum are often perfectionists ✅  What is a one-track mind ✅  The importance of teaching students that it is okay to make mistakes  ✅  Different types of mistakes ✅  11 ways to decrease frustration when making mistakes: how you can make a difference Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the l...

Discussed in this episode Today I will be interviewing Chris Bonnello! Chris is an autistic former primary school teacher and author of the popular website Autistic Not Weird.  When Chris was ten an educational pscyhologist came to assess him. It was 1995 so the professional psychologist wrote down " slightly odd personality " on his form and that's where it ended. Growing up on the spectrum can b...

Discussed in this episode ✅ Importance of literacy and reading ✅ How teaching literacy to all children is a life skill ✅ Where to start and what to do ✅ 9 top tips for reading ✅ What is Hyperlexia and what strategies to use Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-80-how-to-teach-reading-to-children-with-autism/ Join the facebook...

Discussed in this episode Cooking! One of the best ways to Teach Everything from life skills, social skills, maths, science, english and more! Cooking is a daily activity for everyone. It is a wonderful activity to teach ALL ages and stages. Cooking is an activity families, schools, community groups - indeed anyone can do it, and it provides long time recreation and independent living skills.  Rea...

Discussed in this episode Girls with ASD are often undiagnosed, because original diagnostic criteria have a boy bias. The criteria were created by actually examining mainly boys, and the girls can be very different. I think we all know 'neuro-typical' boys and girls are very different in their social, communication and behaviour. There are many characteristics that are very similar to boys with AS...

Discussed in this episode Today I will be interviewing Beth Aune! Beth is a paediatric occupational therapist with over 22 years experience, which includes working in the Special Education department in many schools. This vast experience and knowledge shines through in her easy to read books which are jam packed with tips & strategies that you can quickly implement. Her books are called Behaviour...

Discussed in this episode Today I will be interviewing K.I. Al-Ghani. Kay is a lecturer in autism spectrum at the University of Brighton, Autism Transer, Specialist Teacher, Author of multiple books and most importantly, mother of a son wtih autism who will soon be 35! Kay is the author of many books but the one which most of you will know best is "The Red Beast: Controlling Anger in Children with...