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For questions or suggestions about resources to add, please contact us at autismprogram@bmc.org
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This spreadsheet will be updated with new resources and supports as they become available.
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ZOOM Parent Training Series for BMC Patient Families Register HERE! The Autism Program at BMC will be hosting a bi-weekly ZOOM Parent Training series, every other Wednesday from 1-2pm. Please note, this is currently only available for BMC patients/families. Topics will include: navigating a new diagnosis, setting up routines at home, understanding insurance coverage options, exploring sleep issues, and more!
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Coronavirus-SpecificCoronavirus lesson from BrainPopVideo and activities to learn about the Coronavirus
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Talking to kids (Daniel Tiger)Article for parents with tips for talking about the coronavirus with children
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The ultimate kids' guide to the new coronavirusPlain-language Q&A for kids to help explain the coronavirus and what to do to stay safe and healthy
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Social and Emotional ResourcesTips for talking about Coronavirus and helping kids cope
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Talking to Kids about the CoronavirusFrom the Child Mind Institute with concrete tips and discussion points
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Comic for Kids about the CoronavirusCreated by NPR, geared towards children
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What is the Coronavirus? Social StoryFree to download and print
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My School is Closed. Social StoryFree to download and print
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Handwashing visualVisual for good handwashing practice
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"I feel Sick" Communication BoardVisual for communicating symptoms of illness
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Covid-19 Chatboard (PECS)Coronavirus-specific pictures for communicating about the virus
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Talking to Children about the CoronavirusFrom NASP (resource available in Spanish, Amharic, Chinese, French, Korean, Vietnamese)
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COVID-19 ToolkitResources from the Autism Society of America, including mental health, routines, education, and lifestyle supports
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Unicef Coronavirus Resources Clear and concise information about COVID-19, social distancing, and keeping healthy
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My Story About Pandemics and the CoronavirusSocial story for the coronavirus pandemic
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Autism Speaks: Flu Teaching StorySocial story about the flu
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Coronavirus Social StorySocial story for the coronavirus pandemic from Little Puddins
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Coronavirus: Why Do I Have to Stay at Home?Social story about the coronavirus pandemic and quarantine/social distancing
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What is COVID-19?Social story about the coronavirus and COVID-19 from the National Autism Association
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CoronavirusShort visual and narrative about how to prevent the spread of coronavirus
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HandwashingSocial story about handwashing to prevent the spread of coronavirus
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Wash Your HandsCDC video about handwashing
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Hospital communication boardsFree downloadable communication boards specific to COVID-19, ventilation, medical decision making, and other topics. Bilingual boards in 8 languages.
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COVID-19 Fact SheetFact Sheet for COVID-19 Resources also broken down by age
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I Can Wear a Face MaskSocial story explaining use of mask
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Social Distancing Supporting Your Family During Quarantine or IsolationTips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation during an Infectious Disease Outbreak (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMHSA)
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Supporting Homebound Children During COVID-19Strategies for managing extended time at home, talking about big changes, and self-care
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Taking Care of Family Well-BeingFrom the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, NCTSN
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Social distancingSocial story about social distancing to prevent the spread of coronavirus
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Educational LearningWide Open SchoolGREAT collection of learing experiences/daily activities by grade/subject by Common Sense Media. Easy daily schedules. Special needs inclusive.
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CovEducationFree virtual educational instruction for students K-12 by undergraduates from top universities/colleges
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Lesson PlansFree printable lesson plans K-8
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Amazing Educational ResourcesDatabase of educational resources and free subscriptions; join the "Amazing Educational Resources" Facebook group for more resources
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iTunes UniversityFree education content in public courses from leading schools, universities, museums, and cultural institutions.
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ABC Mouse Educational activities for children ages 2-8;Use code AOFLUNICEF
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Scholastic "Learn at home" website that has daily courses for students from Pre-K to grades 6 and higher
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Ed Helper.comDaily Free learning workbooks for teachers to share with parents
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Boston Public Library eCardAvailable to anyone in Massachusetts, allows access to all online materials.
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Free Educational SubscriptionsListing of educational websites that are offering free subscriptions
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Boston Public Schools online learning links Lists instruction for families (halfway down the page) to access online learning platforms for BPS
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YouVisit Virtual College ToursVirtual tours of 600+ colleges & universities in the US
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Preschool Student Resources from APSWebsites and activities for preschoolers (from Andover Public Schools, available to any student from any district)
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Elementary Student Resources from APSK-5 literacy and math worksheets (from Andover Public Schools, available to any student from any district)
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Science Experiments at Homesimple science experiements to do at home from TipSpoke
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Sample Schedule for Students with ADHDWritten by ADD-tude online's editorial board with links to external supports
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PBS Learning MediaFree videos and lesson plans/activities for grades PreK-12
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Printable WorkbooksFree grade-level workbooks for PreK-5th
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WGBH Distance Learning CenterFree lessons by grade level, includes videos, comprensive lessons and activities
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Khan Academy KidsFree, fun educational learning platform for children ages 2-7
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Educational resources kids 6-8A compilation of educational activities for kids (e.g., short stories with questions)
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School ResourcesA compilation of school online activities for kids
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Academic Subject IdeasA compilation of educational activities for kids organized by subjects (e.g., science, social studies, arts)
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Mango LanguagesAn interactive language-learning resource supporting dozens of languages, including Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), English, Hindi, and Spanish.
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Reading/StorytimesStoryline OnlineArchive of hundreds of children's books read by famous actors and actresses
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Audible for KidsNew users: Free membership for 30 days with 1 audiobook + 2 Audible Originals; plus some books are free or low-cost
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#OperationStoryTimeFollow this hashtag on social media for videos of authors reading their children's books. Or click the link to see a summary article with many videos from Romper.com
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Save with StoriesCelebrities reading children's books, from Save the Children & No Kid Hungry
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Massachusetts Libraries Many e-books and articles available online. Includes links to all local libraries
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Author VideosList of authors doing virtual storytime videos from WeAreTeachers.com
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StorylineOnlineA YouTube channel that has videos of celebrities reading storybooks
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Astronaut StorytimeVideos of astronauts reading storybooks from space
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Kids AudiobooksFree audiobooks for kids
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Animated StorybooksAnimated storybooks for kids
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OverdriveBorrow e-books and e-audiobooks for your tablet, smartphone, or computer.
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RBDigital
Over 20,000 audiobooks and full-color popular magazines available to stream or download to mobile devices. Most magazines (English, Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese) are available with no waiting lists, no checkouts, and no limits.
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Emotions/CalmingEmotions workbookA toolkit created by the NAGC geared towards children/families
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10 Percent Happier free daily talks/meditationStreams a live talk/meditation at 3PM (EST) daily and several more FREE online resources
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Social Emotional Learning7 pages of activities to encourage students to find calming activities at home while your school has been temporarily shut down because of the Coronavirus or any other break.
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Calm appLots of free content!
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Using Technology to Boost Mental Health in ChildrenOnline resources to support children's mental health (e.g., meditation app)
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Kids Yoga VideosResources for yoga for children
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Indoor Movement Activities for Kids at HomeIdeas for parents for indoor activities with children
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ABA/Autism-specific behavior & skill development support Autism Insurance Resource Center COVID19 Fact SheetsInformational fact sheets, Q&As about services during the state of COVID19
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Autism Speaks COVID resourcesAn array of resources and information for families, adults, professionals, non-english speakers etc.
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NE ABA Online CourseRegistrant must make FREE account and enter the code "COVID-19" and they will be automoticall enrolled in the course. First video is on setting up home routines and schedules
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EverydayABASix-part training series teaching the fundamentals of Applied Behavior Analysis for caregivers
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Autism Focused Intervention Resources and ModulesToolkit that provides concrete strategies for caregivers in supporting individuals with ASD
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Daily RoutinesPicture about daily routines
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All Autism TalkPodcast episode by BCBA with tips and resources for families during COVID time at home
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Temple Grandin tipsArticle with tips from Temple Grandin with advice for those with ASD
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MusicFree Music Lessons (post from Kingdom Home School)Blog post featuring collection of free online music lessons for kids
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SFS KidsVideos, games, and activities from the San Francisco Symphony
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New York Philharmonic Kid ZoneGames and activities from the New York Philharmonic Orchestra