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Topics Autism Understanding Autism Every child experiences the world differently, including autistic children. Abby explains that, even though all of her friends are unique, they all want love, friendship, and to have fun! Autism Subtopics Explore our free, bilingual resources to help support the autistic children in your life. Family Connections Family Connections How to Make Friends Talking About the Challenges of Autism Building a Skillset for Flexible Thinking Family Connections How to Make Friends Talking About the Challenges of Autism Building a Skillset for Flexible Thinking Family Connections Every family member can play a supporting role in the life of an autistic child. Load More Explore Explore Family Connections How to Make Friends Autistic children can face unique challenges making new friends. Here are some resources that can help. Load More Explore How to Make Friends Talking About the Challenges of Autism Parenting an autistic child can be challenging, but you are not alone Load More Explore Talking About the Challenges of Autism Building a Skillset for Flexible Thinking Autistic children depend on predictable routines to help them feel safe and stay on track. But routines inevitably change—that’s when having patience and flexibility becomes important! Load More Explore Building a Skillset for Flexible Thinking Newest Resources Autistic children can accomplish big things. Explore these resources to help them set goals, make plans, and discover what’s possible. Julia and Rose – Best Friends Fur-Ever When Julia has an idea, she sees it through… with a little help from her family. This social story for autistic children models what’s possible! Autism Ages 1–6 Time for a Treat Sometimes autistic children—and all children—need a little help from others to reach their goals. Autism Ages 1–6 Super Helper Finding ways to help their family can be a great way for autistic children to build skills and pursue goals. Autism Ages 1–6 Where Should We Go? Even taking a walk around the neighborhood can offer opportunities for autistic children to make choices—and have fun! Autism Ages 1–6 Teaching Self-Determination Skills Try these playful activities to help your child develop important self-determination skills. Autism Ages 1–6 Setting and Achieving Goals With support from a caring grown-up, autistic children can set goals, make a plan, and accomplish big things! Autism Ages 1–6 1 in 36 Children In the US is diagnosed with autism, according to 2020 data. That’s more than a 300% increase since 2000. Featured Resources Meet Julia, a bright 4-year-old autistic child who lives on Sesame Street Meet Julia A video introducing Julia, a bright 4-year-old autistic child who lives on Sesame Street. Autism Ages 1–6 Bringing Julia to Life A video about the beginnings of the autism initiative. Autism Ages 1–6 Behind the Scenes: Julia’s Family A video about the creation of Julia’s family and some of the people that helped bring them to life. Autism Ages 1–6 Julia’s Bunny A video about finding common interests. Autism Ages 1–6 The We Belong” Song A song about belonging. Autism Ages 1–6 Resources Just For Providers Autistic children and their families may need extra support from caring providers like you. Creating Special Times for Everyone Create an inclusive atmosphere. Autism Ages 1–6 Creating Autism-Friendly Events: A Provider Guide A complete guide for helping providers host successful autism-friendly events. Autism Ages 1–6 Screening Guide A guide for providers, filled with suggestions for helpful discussions for parents, activities for children, and ideas for screening videos. Autism Ages 1–6 For Providers Serving the Chinese-American Community Inclusivity and awareness training among providers can go a long way in helping all children enjoy the support, safety, love, respect, friendship, and belonging that everyone...