Practical Advice for Homeschooling a Child with Autism
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- Jan 13, 2025
- 1 min read
Today’s article delves into offering your child another opportunity to learn. It is true, autism isn’t a one size fits all type of thing. Maybe your child would benefit more from home schooling. Donnesa Mcpherson is the author of this article and has written extensively about it.
There are so many things to consider when considering whether to homeschool a child with autism.
Many parents realize that their child isn’t thriving in the traditional classroom setting. They tend to seek advice for their struggling learners and may wonder whether they should homeschool.
That advice can come from support groups, technicians working with the child, other parents, and homeschooling families — the list can seem endless. There are helpful online resources, but I would caution you to use credible sources like the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) when seeking local laws and regulations.
As a homeschool parent myself, I hope to offer advice and ideas in this article drawn from my personal experiences and research. I hope parents considering homeschooling a child with autism find what I have to say somewhat useful.
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Remember, meet your child where he or she is. Whatever learning level they’re at, start from there. Identify their learning style.
*Autism Parenting Magazine is not associated with or sponsored by any programs or materials in this article. It is also recommended to double-check the resources provided in this article, as information is always changing.




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