Free Resources
Explore our free virtual training materials, social skills activities, visual supports and more!
Educators, check out our store for downloadable highly structured units by clicking here.
Matching Game
Structured activities are important for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder because they provide a predictable routine and help reduce anxiety by offering clear expectations and organized environments. This is a 3 in 1 activity that is easy to put together, teaching three different matching skills all in one activity; colors, beginning sounds, and quantities. Download this matching game by clicking here.
Fun and Family-friendly Games
Here are directions for games that you can play at home with your family. Candyland and UNO are classics and fun for all ages! We also have instructions on how to create an interactive Guess the Song game and adapt Guess Who. Watch the video to see how to play the adapted version.
TJ’s Takes
Welcome to TJ’s Takes where Have Dreams Academy Graduate and current Have Dreams Training Assistant, TJ, gives you his thoughtful book reviews. To read more about TJ and see his “Takes”, click here!
Autism Education Flyer for Kids
Here is two-sided family-friendly community education flyer that is meant to serve as a discussion piece to share with your family or your students. Side one shows how Autism Spectrum Disorder challenges can get in the way of showing feelings. Side two illustrates ways your child can be a friend to someone with autism. We hope this flyer sparks meaningful conversations!
Virtual Training Materials
Use these tools at home to help maintain structure throughout your day
Schedule
Here are digital picture, picture symbols, and written schedules to download to create for home. For information check out our video on how to use a schedule at home.
To-Do List
To help your children stay on task at home try a ‘to do’ list. For more information check out our video on how to use a to do list at home.
Wait Strip
Waiting can be hard, try out this wait strip!