Ava Has Autism
Order Using ClassWallet (PDSES Approved Provider)
You can now order directly through ClassWallet using your PDSES funds 💛
As an approved provider, we make it simple for families and educators to get the support tools they need — without the overwhelm.
Just select your items and click “Request ClassWallet Order.”
We’ll prepare your quote and send it to you for easy submission through ClassWallet.
Everything is designed to be clear, simple, and ready to use — so you can focus on what matters most.
From overwhelmed to confident—let’s take this one step at a time.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
I’m here to help you find what your child needs—step by step.
Not sure where to start?
Email me anytime—I’m happy to help.
Step 1: Build Communication Skills
Communication is the foundation of your child’s support system.
When communication is clear, frustration decreases and independence grows. Start here if your child:
- Is nonverbal or has limited speech
- Struggles to express wants and needs
- Gets frustrated when not understood
- Benefits from visual, sign, or alternative communication methods
These tools help your child communicate using visuals, simple systems, and American Sign Language (ASL) - giving your child multiple ways that works best for them.
Whether your child is just starting or building on existing skills, these supports grow with them and can be used at home, in therapy, or in the classroom.
👉 Start small. Build confidence.
Step 2: Build Daily Routine
Routines create structure and predictability for your child.
When children know what to expect, anxiety decreases and independence grows.
Start here if your child:
- Struggles with transitions (morning, bedtime, leaving the house)
- Needs reminders for daily tasks
- Becomes overwhelmed by changes in routine
These tools help your child follow clear, visual routines step-by-step—so they can build confidence and succeed independently throughout the day.
👉 Consistency creates calm.
Step 3: Support Emotional Regulation
Emotional regulation helps your child manage big feelings like frustration, anger, and overwhelm.
When children learn how to understand and calm their emotions, daily life becomes more manageable—for everyone.
Start here if your child:
- Has frequent meltdowns or becomes easily overwhelmed
- Struggles to calm down once upset
- Has difficulty identifying or expressing emotions
These tools help your child recognize feelings, practice calming strategies, and build lifelong emotional skills in a simple, visual way.
👉 Calm can be taught.
Step 4: Navigate Social Situations
Social situations can feel confusing and unpredictable for many children.
With the right support, children can learn what to expect, what to do, and how to feel more confident in everyday interactions.
Start here if your child:
- Struggles in social settings (school, outings, playdates)
- Has difficulty understanding social cues or expectations
- Feels anxious in new or unfamiliar situations
These tools use visuals and simple, step-by-step guidance to help your child understand social situations and respond with confidence.
👉 Confidence grows with understanding.
Step 5: Caregiver Support & Planning
Supporting your child goes beyond daily tools—it also means staying organized, tracking progress, and feeling confident in meetings, therapies, and everyday decisions.
Start here if you:
- Feel overwhelmed keeping track of routines, progress, or appointments
- Want to feel more prepared for IEP meetings or therapy sessions
- Are working on building independence and life skills
These tools help you organize everything in one place—from IEP planning and therapy support to life skills development—so you can support your child with clarity and confidence.
👉 When everything is organized, everything feels more manageable.
Build Everyday Skills: OT & Speech Therapy Support
These tools are designed to support skill-building beyond routines — focusing on fine motor development and communication growth.
Inside this section, you’ll find:
• Occupational Therapy (OT) resources for fine motor and daily living skills
• Speech and language tools, including WH question cards and communication supports
• Visual and PCS-based resources to help build understanding and expressive language
Everything is created to be simple, structured, and easy to use — whether at home, in therapy sessions, or in the classroom.