Blue Parachute – Your Autism Learning Partners

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Blue Parachute – Your Autism Learning Partners Your Go-To Resource for Autism Learning and Support Blue Parachute takes pride in being your dedicated autism learning partner. We understand individuals’ unique challenges when they are on the autism spectrum. We also know the importance of practical and effective learning tools and strategies for teaching things like […]

Teaching Your Child to Wait | Learning How to Teach Patience

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Teaching Your Child to Wait | Learning How to Teach Patience At Blue Parachute, our video library contains valuable resources and support, not only for individuals on the autism spectrum but also for teachers, parents, and communities. One crucial skill that greatly benefits children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is patience. However, learning how to […]

Teaching Your Child to Learn by Imitation

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Teaching Your Child to Learn by Imitation At Blue Parachute, we are committed to providing valuable resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to learn and develop essential skills. One powerful method of learning that we often emphasize is imitation. If you’ve ever wondered, “Does learning occur by imitation?” or sought guidance on teaching […]

Positive Behavior | Support Plan Examples for Autism

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Positive Behavior: Support Plan Examples for Autism At Blue Parachute, our mission is to provide valuable resources and support for individuals of all ages, including children on the autism spectrum. When you catch your child being good, you want them to repeat this behavior. This is why learning how to foster positive behavior in those […]

Autism and Transitions: Navigating Smooth Transitions for Individuals With ASD

For those on the autism spectrum, transitioning from one task to another can be difficult. To navigate smooth transitions, planning can help. This picture is of a chalkboard, and it says "Do something different" which can help someone with ASD better understand transitioning tasks.

Autism and Transitions: Navigating Smooth Transitions for Individuals With ASD At Blue Parachute, we understand the unique challenges individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may face during transitions between activities. Smoothly transitioning is a crucial aspect of learning skills, and we’re here to provide insights and strategies for navigating these transitions effectively. This blog will […]

Using Visual Schedules for Autism: Enhancing Learning Through Structure

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Using Visual Schedules for Autism: Enhancing Learning Through Structure At Blue Parachute, we provide practical resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to learn and develop essential skills. One valuable tool in the realm of learning skills training is the use of visual schedules. If you’re seeking information about visual schedules for autism, you’re […]

Learning With ASD: How Do You Identify an Object?

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Learning With ASD: How Do You Identify an Object? Blue Parachute is committed to providing valuable resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). One of the learning skills we focus on is how to identify objects. For those on the autism spectrum, developing the ability to identify and understand objects is fundamental to improved […]

Decreasing Prompt Dependency

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Decreasing Prompt Dependency With Children on the Spectrum Decreasing prompt dependency is one of many essential skills and an important part of raising children and encouraging them to become more independent. Put simply, prompt dependency is where a child relies on specific prompts or commands to do what is necessary. If your child is one […]

How to Use a Reward System for Children With Autism

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How to Use a Reward System for Children With Autism All children like to be rewarded for their behavior and good deeds, but there is one huge difference. A child on the spectrum views rewards much differently than how we see them. Applied behavior analysis, or ABA, therapy uses the concept of positive reinforcers as […]

How Do I Motivate My Child With Autism to Learn?

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How Do I Motivate My Child With Autism to Learn? Learning how to motivate children with autism can be difficult for parents. They might be wondering how they can help their children learn basic social skills or more advanced topics in school. We provide autism home support services via the videos available from Blue Parachute. […]