How to Talk so Autistic Kids Will Hear

— In this video, I explain six tips for communicating well with neurodivergent children and adults you’re working with or caring for. Here are the timestamps so you can jump straight to the relevant part of the episode: 00:00 Introduction and WHY we need different communication 03:56 - Concrete language 05:26 – Short and simple 06:54 – Talk then STOP 08:48 – Repeat and check 14:04 – Multiple formats 16:45 – Give us time 19:52 - Summary Visit my podcast's homepage to search all past episodes or find links to listen via a wide range of platforms: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com LINKS * If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: * SUMMARY: Here’s a visual summary of the 6 tips as promised in the podcast - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/6-tips-for-neurodiverse-friendly-communication.pdf * KEYNOTE: Getting It Right For Autistic Learners In Mainstream Settings - slides and resources - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/keynote-getting-it-right-for-autistic-learners-in-mainstream-settings/ * BOOK: The Neurodiverse Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to Individual Learning Needs and How to Meet Them - https://amzn.to/3ExdhKV * BOOK: Parenting Rewired: How to Raise a Happy Autistic Child in a Very Neurotypical World - https://amzn.to/3V36NJ0 * VIDEO: AUTISM - Why we need simple instructions... - https://youtu.be/xwC3--WVA8g * BITESIZE CPD: Autistic Friendly Classrooms - slides and walkthrough so you can run a short session - https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/slides-autistic-friendly-classroom/ -- To support my work, please follow me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh   Connect with me: Website:http://www.pookyknightsmith.com Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com    Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/pookyh    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/pookyh Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pookyh LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/   Books I’ve written: Self-Harm: How to Help Your Child: https://amzn.to/3R5H3K1 How to Support Your Autistic Child with Food, Eating and Mealtimes: https://amzn.to/3uu3BLI Things I Got Wrong So You Don’t Have To: https://amzn.to/3aipqqN The Mentally Healthy Schools Workbook: https://amzn.to/2YKfT0B Cards Against Anxiety (Guidebook & Card Set): https://amzn.to/2ZEIgz8 Can I tell you about self-harm: https://amzn.to/2EkpcNc The Healthy Coping Colouring Book & Journal: https://amzn.to/2SfT4xG Using Poetry to Promote Talking and Healing: https://amzn.to/2BV80ML Self-Harm and Eating Disorders in Schools: https://amzn.to/2SSUJyN