Discussed in this episode Teaching in a busy and complex classroom is always difficult, and with 30 children to look after, there is not always time to give neurodiverse children the support they need. I am hoping to help you with a New E-Book, Webinar & Podcast – ALL FREE – filled with quick tips and strategies to make sure your kids are getting the most out of the amazing work you do! I am also running live virtual workshops again this term! Brand new FREE E-book with 100+ Tips & Strategies Do...
Apr 17, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode A lot of parents have asked me how to deal with screen addictions in their nuerodiverse children. This is especially important during the holidays, so this week in the podcast I speak with ADHD expert Simon Da Roza about managing screen time. Executive functioning What is it and why does it matter? Read my previous blog for 7 strategies to improve executive functioning. Test your own executive functioning here ! 4 TYPES OF SCREEN ADDICTION- By Simon Da Roza Escape and c...
Mar 29, 2021•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode What is Autism MATES? Autism MATES is an organisation that works towards educating the community about autism and also advocates for greater inclusion and acceptance in schools and in the workforce. MATES is an acronym that stands for M ates A ssisting T o E ngage S ocially. Austism MATES was established in response to bullying that Randa’s son, Richard, received throughout his school career. Richard has now gone on to develop his own animation – release date Wednesday ...
Mar 22, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode In this podcast I talk about lunchtime clubs and how they can be used to maximise social engagement. 🔥 Creating lunchtime clubs 🔥 Passive playgrounds 🔥 Buddy benches 🔥 Woolworths garden 🔥 Cook books 🔥 Friendship funnel Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/how-to-create-a-lunchtime-club/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To lear...
Mar 14, 2021•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode In this podcast Paediatric Occupational Therapist Sally McNamara (Lewis) shares her 3 key strategies to improve motor skills in ALL children. 🔑 Ever wondered why children fidget? 🔑 Ever thought about how playgrounds can be designed to maximise learning motor skills? 🔑 Ever considered integrating learning motor skills into every day tasks? All these questioned and more answered in this podcast! Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below ht...
Mar 08, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode Increasing engagement ➡️ SUCCESS! In this podcast I talk about how to increase engagement, including: ✨ Professor Skinner’s 5 main obstacles to learning ✨ Encouraging Independence ✨ Top Tips to Keeping on Task ✨ Why making Mistakes is Frustrating ✨ Task Analysis This year all my new workshops focus on engagement and participation to increase success for all. Join me for a Live Virtual Workshop or an Online Course – whichever learning style suits you best! Read more abou...
Mar 01, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode Discussed in this podcast with guest Chris McDonald : ✅ Social Initiative PicSeePal ✅ What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how can it be used effectively in the classroom? ✅ “REAP what you SOW” tip sheet – download available here ! Discussed in this podcast with guest Chris McDonald : ✅ Social Initiative PicSeePal ✅ What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and how can it be used effectively in the classroom? ✅ “REAP what you SOW” ...
Feb 23, 2021•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode My Live Webinar last week was a success! But it’s not too late – sign up HERE to watch the Replay of the hour of power ! FREE sign up includes: 🎆 E-book 🎆 Webinar Replay 🎆 Handout What will you learn in the Webinar? Number 1 Question I ask myself when I go into classrooms What Skills does sitting really require ? (Hint…… Not listening and Sitting Still) Top Tip to Try over the next week Recess & Lunch Breaks. Why we need different strategies Read more about this podc...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discussed in this episode Setting up your classroom at the start of the year for a new class with diverse learners is always a challenge. I am hoping to help you with a New E-Book, Webinar & Podcast filled with quick tips and strategies to make 2021 a Success. NEW E-book (NO COST) with 97+ Tips & Strategies Download the free E-book so you can read along while I explain in this weeks Podcast. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/setting-...
Feb 05, 2021•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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-anxiety-tips/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelar...
Jan 25, 2021•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 problem solving that these strategies require. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via...
Jan 18, 2021•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearn...
Jan 12, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. This is limiting as the student needs to be able to respond to other staff in the playground and o...
Jan 05, 2021•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 anxiety on social skills and how to address that Strategies for students experiencing anxiety around c...
Dec 26, 2020•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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-draft-for-review and https://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/learningneeds/Pages/Autism-Ed...
Dec 21, 2020•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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://suelarkey.com.au/how-can-i-help-2021/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.fac...
Dec 10, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Ideas 🎁6 Key Strategies for Creating a Calming Area at School and Home 🎁12 Essential Tips for Conc...
Nov 20, 2020•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To le...
Nov 10, 2020•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au...
Nov 01, 2020•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 functioning skills through a range of strategies, below are some examples. Emotional Control Impulse Co...
Oct 25, 2020•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.co...
Oct 07, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 to spit food out Will children grow out of picky eating or do they need intervention strategies Read...
Sep 25, 2020•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 notes found via the link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-85-3-steps-for-success/ Join the facebook group spec...
Sep 14, 2020•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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-autism-spectrum/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeyp...
Sep 07, 2020•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 mentioned anything Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below https://suelarke...
Sep 01, 2020•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com....
Aug 31, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-82-perfectionists-podcast/ Join the facebook group specifically for t...
Aug 24, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 be difficult. Chris discusses this in the podcast and also how to uses his autistic strengths to chang...
Aug 17, 2020•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn ...
Aug 10, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
