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Parental Resources
Practical guidance and strategies for parents supporting children with special educational needs. Find tips, free tools, and insights to help your child thrive at home and beyond.


Is Parent Training Right for Your Family? A Guide to Making the Decision
Understanding your readiness is crucial before beginning parent training. You need an established therapeutic relationship where your child has been in regular therapy sessions for several months, a genuine commitment to structured learning and consistent practice, and realistic expectations about the systematic effort required for lasting change.
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Oct 243 min read
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Why Parent Training Gets Results: Understanding the Process
I recently worked with a family whose 4-year-old daughter had been struggling with potty training. For seven months, the parents tried various tips and strategies with little success. After two years of working closely with their daughter in therapy, I was able to develop a comprehensive, targeted potty training program specifically designed for her learning style and family dynamics. The result? Success on the second day of implementation, and the beginning of independent in
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Oct 223 min read
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Free Time and Clock Visualization Worksheet: Building Real-World Time Intelligence
"Here's what most people miss about teaching time: the ultimate goal isn't reading a clock face – it's developing time intelligence for real life. Children need to instantly recognize that 30 minutes looks the same whether it's 2:15 to 2:45, 5:35 to 6:05, or 11:20 to 11:50. When children have to count by fives around the clock face every time they encounter time, they're using enormous mental energy on the basic skill – leaving little cognitive capacity for the actual time ma
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Oct 104 min read
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Executive Functioning Visual Supports: Phone in Pocket, Wallet in Bag System
Does this sound familiar? Your student tries to manage their phone and wallet at the same time - holding their phone in one hand, trying to open their wallet with the other, then needing to get money out but having no free hands. In the confusion, they set their phone down 'just for a second' and then can't remember where they put it. This simple visual system creates a clear sequence: phone in pocket FIRST, then wallet from bag - no more juggling both at once.
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Sep 13 min read
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How to Prepare for SEN School Meetings in Hong Kong (Free Checklist Inside)
Free downloadable School Meeting Preparation Checklist for SEN parents in Hong Kong. Get key questions, required documents, and advocacy tips for effective special educational needs meetings. Available in English and Chinese.
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Aug 214 min read
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Understanding and Measuring Reading Fluency for SEN Children
Reading fluency is more than speed—it's the bridge between decoding and understanding. For SEN children, measuring fluency helps us celebrate small victories, identify challenges, and create targeted interventions. Every child's reading journey is unique, and regular assessments support each step with data-driven compassion.
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Aug 205 min read
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Free 1-Minute Reading Fluency Assessment: Essential Tools for SEN Parents to Keep Track of Your SEN Child's Reading Progress at Home
ke control of your SEN child's reading progress with this simple 1-minute assessment. Know exactly where your child stands compared to grade-level benchmarks and track their development over time. Perfect for parents who want concrete data to supplement school reports and celebrate real improvements at home.
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Aug 195 min read
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Splashing into Fun: The Benefits of Rainy Day Play for Children in Hong Kong and List of Therapeutic Activities
Rain play offers incredible sensory input that supports neurological development, particularly for children with Special Educational Needs. Discover how Hong Kong's urban environment can become a therapeutic playground during rainy weather, with activities designed to support children with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences.
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Aug 195 min read
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Essential Form-Filling Skills: A Practical Worksheet for SEN Learners
Form-filling is a crucial life skill for SEN learners, opening doors to employment, healthcare, and independence. This practical worksheet breaks down the process into manageable sections, allowing learners to progress at their own pace. With both adult and primary school versions available, it provides safe practice space where success builds confidence for real-world situations.
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Aug 183 min read
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Strengthen Little Hands: Free 4-Week Fine Motor Activities Calendar
Discover our Fine Motor Activities Calendar featuring 28 simple, engaging activities using everyday household items. Each activity targets essential hand skills—from finger isolation to pincer strength—that children need for writing, buttoning, and classroom tasks. Perfect for summer practice, these 15-minute activities transform ordinary objects into powerful developmental tools. Build confidence, independence, and school readiness through purposeful play that strengthens li
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Jul 312 min read
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Understanding Behavior Patterns: Free ABC Chart for Parents and Educators
Wondering why traditional behavior strategies aren't working? The missing piece might be in how you're tracking behaviors. Our ABC Behavior Tracking Chart helps identify the true patterns behind challenging moments, revealing triggers you might be overlooking. By documenting what happens before, during, and after incidents, you'll finally see the complete picture—and develop interventions that actually work.
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Jul 302 min read
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4 Weeks of Summer Sensory Fun: Connecting with Your Child Through Play
Discover 4 weeks of simple sensory activities designed specifically for Hong Kong families living in small spaces. This calendar features daily movement, touch, and play ideas that support your child's development while having fun together. Each activity uses minimal materials you likely already have at home. Perfect for ages 3-10, with adaptations for different developmental levels. Download your free calendar today and transform everyday moments into opportunities for conne
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Jul 83 min read
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Parental Emotions Shape Brain Development: The Science Behind the Connection
Your emotions shape your child's brain. SEN kids detect stress through biology, not just behavior. Science shows why self-care matters.
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Mar 254 min read
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Why You Can't Spoil a Newborn: The Science Behind Early Responsiveness
Holding your baby won't spoil them. Research shows responsive care leads to better brain development and emotional regulation in children.
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Mar 134 min read
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