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An employer may need to make adjustments to capitalise fully on the abilities of the individual with ASD. These abilities will include: unique thinking processes, creativity, a strong work ethic, honesty, logic, conscientiousness and attention to detail. Inclusion at work. Jane, an imaginary employee with ASD : – Comes to work in order to work;Continue reading “Neuro-diversity in the Workplace”

(Zac Brown Band) Dyslexic strengths: –  Communication. As a result of their own challenges, dyslexics understand that there are several ways to convey information, will realise they need to keep a message simple, and truly welcome and value the input of others.  Problem-solving. This is what the dyslexic does all the time. They will tryContinue reading “‘I’ve got everything I need, nothin’ that I don’t.’”

Many of the problems faced by individuals with Autistic Spectrum Condition are cultural in their origin. For example, western society’s obsession with the importance of social confidence, self-promotion, networking and assertiveness.  An individual’s energy can be wasted in trying to conform. Life is about the individual being the best they can be.  A sympathetic teacherContinue reading “Being a girl on the Autistic Spectrum.”

As a result of the social norms of the time, the earliest assessments for Asperger’s Syndrome / Autism were designed with boys in mind. Girls were unlikely to be identified through these assessments, as the presentation of girls with autism differs from that of boys.  Research from Cambridge University published in March 2021, suggests thatContinue reading “Girls, Asperger’s and Autism.”

I’m thrilled to be able to share with you an exclusive preview of a brand new Olivia Monkey story, with all-new illustrations from the wonderful Alessandra Covino. Keep your eyes peeled for a brand new Olivia and the Proverbs book, coming soon… Enjoy! I’d love to hear your feedback – please do read it withContinue reading “Exclusive Preview: Olivia and the Proverbs 2”

Fussy eating and food refusal in childhood usually starts at around 20 months and continues until a child is school age. Such behaviour has evolutionary roots; protecting the prehistoric family’s young from eating potentially poisonous food as they began to move about independently and away from the watchful eye of adults.   A limited dietContinue reading “Support for fussy eaters…”

I read this article on Friday by Kate Griggs for The Times and nodded along all the way through! She touches on so much of what I talk about in ‘Raising Confident Children’; ultimately, that change is needed in the education system to recognise the skills of the dyslexic child, and to help hone theirContinue reading “Dyslexia – Kate Griggs – The Times”

Olivia is a little monkey who lives with her Mummy, Daddy, older brother Pip, older sister Violet, and the family dog Biscuit, in a house near the middle of town. Olivia’s Daddy works in an office; her Mummy draws pictures for magazines; and Pip and Violet go to school.  Olivia is friends with everyone, butContinue reading “SNEAK PEEK! BRAND NEW OLIVIA STORY… SPORTS DAY”

Olivia and the Proverbs (2021) is HERE! It’s my brand new book of short stories for Primary age children. Each story is based on a well known proverb with a clear message/lesson to be learned in each tale.  Join happy-go-lucky, mishchief-maker, Olivia Monkey who lives with her family and pet dog, Biscuit, in a houseContinue reading “Olivia and The Proverbs is HERE!”