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There’s a lot of noise on the internet about parenting neurodivergent children, but these are the best resources we always recommend to parents who want advice from experts we trust.
Get Our "Commonly Used Phrases" Cheat Sheet
One of our very first resources—and still a parent favorite.
When you're trying to build connection and language with your child, the natural impulse is often to ask questions: "What color is that?" "What are you building?" "Do you want to play?"
The problem? Questions can accidentally put kids on the spot, creating a "pop quiz" feel that shuts down engagement. One of the simplest ways to invite deeper connection in DIRFloortime is to swap out dead-end questions for commenting and narrating.
Of course, parents constantly tell us: "That sounds great in theory, but what do I actually SAY?"
We created this simple PDF so you don't have to guess or overthink it in the middle of play. It’s a direct, practical cheat sheet of the exact phrases we use in session every day—so you can "steal" our script, drop the questioning habit, and keep the play flowing naturally.
Pro Tip: We recommend taping it to the inside of your water glass cabinet, hanging it on the playroom wall, or saving a screenshot to your phone for quick reference!
From the Blog
Why You Should Ditch the Sticker Chart
Let's be honest, our world runs on a giant metaphorical sticker chart. "Do your taxes, get a refund!" "Finish your vegetables, earn dessert!" It's a system that seems logical, easy to implement... almost too easy. But for neurodivergent children, this "do this, get that" approach can be about as...
Navigating the Sensory Symphony of the World
The world is a symphony of sensory information. With stimulation buzzing all around us at seemingly rapidly increasing rates, many of us are often left in a state of sensory overload, feeling flooded by the sheer volume of input. If you are experiencing this, imagine the impact this input is...
The Dance of Early Communication: Connecting, Engaging, and Waiting for the Magic to Unfold
A gesture, a facial expression, a precious first word. These are the very beginnings of early communication. Often subtle, these clues offer a window into your child’s world. Naturally, you want more. Communication is powerful and you want to encourage any and all forms of it! How you respond...
