Tips for communicating with a Non-Verbal Child
We live in a society that uses spoken and written language for the bulk of our everyday communication with each other. We express our thoughts, feelings, and…
Early Intervention and Neuroplasticity in Children
The use of early intervention programmes for children with special needs is not a foreign concept to parents. In Singapore services in the form of Kindergartens and…
Home-Based Learning, Again
Two years into the pandemic, we are still battling hard. There have been inevitable disruptions to our lives, and education is no exception. As new measures were introduced at different stages, we found…
Enrichment For Special Needs Children
Learning is all around us. As we live our lives, we continue to learn and grow, even in ways we are not conscious of. As educators, one of our biggest responsibilities is to…
13 Qualities of a Great Special Education Teacher
A great special needs teacher is one who not only teaches effectively but also has the ability to make learning fun. She has the power to stimulate the quest for…
(ADHD, ID, Autism) Music Therapy and Music Education: What’s the difference?
Services such as music therapy, educational therapy, and music education have been…
3Vs of Developing Effective Tasks for Children with Special Needs
When working with children with special needs, developing effective tasks and materials are crucial in the process of…
Why is the Piano Suitable for Children with Autism
Music is seen in every culture and is often referred to as a universal language of mankind. Music allows us to create connections despite differences in spoken…
Strategies for Managing Behaviours
Children with special needs often have challenges in communicating their thoughts and feelings. Because of this, challenging behaviours such as a meltdown, intense…