Autism

Autism: This category includes a developmental disability significantly affecting verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction, generally evident before the age of three, and adversely affecting a child’s educational performance.

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11 Sensory Gymnastics Activities for Adapted Physical Education

Support Proprioceptive, Vestibular & Tactile Processing Through Engaging Movement Sensory-rich movement experiences…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

Heart Runner 2.0: Enhancing Exercise Engagement in Autistic Youth Through Technology

I recently had the opportunity to meet Dr. Bittner at an Adapted…

Rhythmic Regulators: Syncing PE with the Heartbeat for Sensory and Autism Support

Exploring the intersection of music, learning, and wellness brings us to the…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

The Importance of Sleep and an Interactive Schedule for Kids with Special Needs

Sleep plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

(Re)exploring Visual Supports in Adapted Physical Education

Before diving in… The primary goal of APE research is to explore…

Adam Forbes

Super Simple Stations: 50 Station Cards for Adapted P.E.

Welcome to the world of Super Simple Stations, the ultimate game-changer for…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

The Impact of Mini-Basketball Training on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

A 2020 study published in Brain Sciences provides promising evidence that a…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

Key Skills for Physical Education: Preparing Preschoolers for Kindergarten

Physical Education (PE) plays a vital role in a child's overall development,…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

Enhancing Hand-Eye Coordination Skills: Strategies for Teaching Students with Autism

Teaching hand-eye coordination to students with autism can be a beneficial and…

The Importance of a Structured Routine and How Video Models Help in Learning in Adapted P.E.

For individuals with disabilities, a structured routine can be incredibly important when…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)

Nebula Coke Can Projector in #AdaptedPE

Nebula is a portable projector and speaker system that I believe is…

Matt Barker (Digit the APE)