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Leap Frog – Letter FactoryTeaches letters, phonics and listening skills. A wild adventure to the Letter Factory with popular LeapFrog characters Leap, Lily and Tad. Led by wacky Professor Quigley, Tad joins Js jumping on trampolines and Ks practicing karate kicks as new letters learn their sounds. Fun songs will have kids singing letter sounds…
Read MoreStaff Profile: Beth Frilingos
Elizabeth “Beth” Frilingos M.Ed, CCC-SLP Earned her Bachelor’s degree in English from Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, and after two years teaching children ages 12-18 months at The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development in Delaware, went on to receive her Master’s in Education in Communication Disorders from Georgia State University. Ever since teaching young…
Read MoreArt Tools Go Green
Art tools that are man made can leave children feeling restricted and uninspired. There is no energy in plastic, but there is much energy in nature! Because nature has energy it “inspires a beautiful perspective of the world” (DeViney, 2010), and simply adding some natural items for children to use as artistic tools can spark…
Read MoreAMC & Autism Society of America Team Up
AMC Entertainment® (AMC) and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the “Sensory Friendly Films” program. In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting…
Read MoreDate: October 2, 2010 Times: 10K and 5K @ 8:00am1-mile fun run @ 10:00amTot Trot @ 10:30am Location: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds Entertainment Bldg.Sugarloaf Pkwy. Gate B Distances: 10K and 5K USATF certified1-mile Fun Run and Tot TrotRunners and walkers are both welcome More information: www.georgiaraceforautism.com
Read MoreUnder the Umbrella
A fun, safe, interactive oasis for autistic children to stay & play!“As parents of autistic children, we understand your families needs.” Under the Umbrella is the premier “drop off” play center specifically for autistic children in Metro Atlanta. Come let your kids explore a sensory-rich variety of activities designed to keep them engaged and calm.…
Read MoreRace to Rally Hope!
Kids 1K – 8:00 a.m.5K/10K – 8:30 a.m.October 17th, 2010North Point Village Shipping CenterBenefiting Kiddos’ Clubhouse Foundation Kiddos’ Clubhouse Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to Georgia families who are not able to secure funding for therapeutic services and/or equipment for their children with special needs. Their mission is to shape better lives…
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