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SUMMARY:Public Webinar | The PLAY Project Difference: What Sets Us Apart
DESCRIPTION:Public Webinar| The PLAY Project Difference: What Sets Us Apart  \nA Free Live Webinar for Parents\, Educators\, and Early Intervention Professionals\nNot all autism interventions are the same. \nIf you’ve ever wondered why some approaches feel more natural\, more human\, and more effective in real life\, this session will give you the clarity you’ve been looking for. \nJoin us for a free\, live\, interactive webinar where you’ll discover what truly makes The PLAY Project different—and why thousands of families and professionals choose this developmental\, relationship-based approach for young children with autism. \n\nWhy Attend This Webinar?\nIn a field full of programs\, acronyms\, and competing claims\, it can be overwhelming to know what actually works—and what fits your child or caseload. \nThis session will help you: \n\nUnderstand what makes The PLAY Project fundamentally different from traditional behavior-only models\nLearn how we build real connection first—then communication\, language\, and learning follow\nSee how everyday play becomes the most powerful tool for developmental growth\nExplore why parent-led\, relationship-based intervention can transform outcomes in natural settings\nGain clarity on whether The PLAY Project is the right fit for your child\, family\, or professional practice\n\n\nWho This Is For\nThis free webinar is designed for: \n\nParents of young children with autism (or developmental delays)\nEarly intervention providers and therapists\nTeachers\, specialists\, and school teams\nAnyone exploring autism intervention options and wanting a clearer path forward\n\nIf you’re looking for an approach that prioritizes connection\, engagement\, and joy in learning\, this session is for you. \n\nWhat Makes The PLAY Project Different?\nUnlike approaches that focus primarily on compliance or isolated skill drills\, The PLAY Project is built on a simple but powerful idea: \n\nChildren learn best when they are emotionally connected\, engaged\, and having fun. \n\nWe teach caregivers how to become their child’s best play partner—supporting development through natural interactions that fit into everyday life. \nThis is early intervention that doesn’t feel like “therapy”—it feels like relationship\, connection\, and real progress. \n\nReserve Your Spot\nThis is a live\, free webinar. If you’re curious about a different way of thinking about autism intervention—one that centers the child\, the family\, and real-world connection—don’t miss this opportunity. \nContact info@playproject.org for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Register Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Session\nAugust 27th\, 2026 | 12pm – 1pm ET\n_____
URL:https://playproject.org/event/the-play-project-difference-what-sets-us-apart/
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SUMMARY:Public Webinar | Autism: The 7 Habits of Successful Kindergarteners
DESCRIPTION:Public Webinar| Autism: The 7 Habits of Successful Kindergarteners  \nIn this webinar\, based on over 25 years’ experience in working with children on the spectrum\, their families\, and dozens of school systems\, Dr. Rick describes what it takes for autistic children to be successful as they start elementary school. He will discuss whether or not to delay kindergarten\, how to promote each of the 7 habits of successful kindergarteners\, whether or not to tell the other students that a child has autism\, and how to work with the schools to make the autistic child’s academic experience the best it can be. \nAfter the webinar participants will:\n– Describe the functional developmental capacities for successful school participation\, in general education or special education settings\, and how to promote these capacities.\n– List several ways to collaborate with schools\, through the ‘IEP process’\, to promote the autistic child’s best academic experience.\n– Describe how to help the child with autism be as socially and emotionally successful as possible in the school setting.\n– List each of the 7 Habits of Successful Kindergarteners and how children on the spectrum can be supported to achieve these habits.\n– Describe the basic types of ADHD medications that can help school children with attentional issues. \nContact info@playproject.org for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Register Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Session\nSeptember 6th\, 2023 | 12pm – 1pm ET\n_____
URL:https://playproject.org/event/autism-the-7-habits-of-successful-kindergarteners/
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SUMMARY:The PLAY Project's Advanced Conference | Expanding Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:May 4th Advanced Conference  9:30am -3:30pm\n$95 Early Bird Pricing until April 1st!\nRichard Solomon\, MD\, founder of The PLAY Project\, believes every young child with autism should have access to life-changing early intervention\, by empowering their parents or caregivers.  The PLAY Project strives to create a world where all children with autism receive early intervention services and parents choose the best treatment options for their child. \nPLAY Project Advanced Workshop Details\nJoin us for our Advanced Conference ~ Expanding Possibilities to Learn from Mr. Rogers and Help ‘The Out of Sync Child’ Get ‘In Sync’ and much more!  \n\n\n\n\nRegistration & Pricing\n\n\n\nPLAY Project Advanced Workshop Details\nMain Session: \nAutism: 10 Lessons for the Course of Life\nRichard Solomon\, MD\, Founder and Medical Director of The PLAY Project \nDescription: For over 25 years\, Dr. Rick Solomon\, a developmental and behavioral pediatrician\, has witnessed the course of life for children and adolescents with autism and their families. In this talk\, Dr. Rick will share the 10 most important life lessons that he has learned from his families that help the person with autism reach their full potential and live a meaningful life as they age. \nMorning Session Option #1 – Hedda Sharapan\nWhat We Can Learn From Fred Rogers About Relationships\, Make Believe and Feelings\nHedda Sharapan\, M.S. Child Development\, Senior Fellow\, Fred Rogers Center\, Child Development Consultant\, Fred Rogers Productions \nDescription: Join us in exploring the timeless messages of Fred Rogers through treasured video clips from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood that can help us reflect on the three key elements of the PLAY Project. \nMorning Session Option #2: Sheryl Rosin\nWill My Child With Autism Ever Talk? Helping My Child Climb The Language Mountain\nSheryl Rosin\, PhD.\, CCC-SLP\, PLAY Project Consultant & Master Trainer \nDescription: It is estimated that about 40% of children with ASD are nonverbal leading to one of the most frequently asked questions from parents “Will my child ever speak?” For many families of children with ASD\, having their child learn to talk is their primary goal. Thus\, it is our job to appropriately answer this question based on research and to assist using an evidence-based taxonomy and intervention practice. In this session\, language development in children with ASD will be examined and explained using a developmental framework. A summary of a discussion with parents during a clinic visit with their child with ASD will be presented. \nParent & Family Panel\nListen as past and present PLAY families (and kids!) share their stories and experiences. \nMain Session: Carol Stock Kranowitz\nThe In-Sync Child: Fun and Functional Sensory-motor Activities\nCarol Stock Kranowitz\, M.A.\, Author \nSensory processing differences affect all “out-of-sync” kids with ASD. Getting them moving with “In-Sync” activities will expand the possibilities of joining in and relating to their world! \nLearning Objectives: \n1) Review sensory processing differences that cause difficulties with self-regulation\, motor coordination\, and relationships. \n2) Consider introducing movement experiences to enhance children’s sensory processing\, perceptual-motor skills\, vision\, listening\, emotional security\, and playfulness. \n3) Learn some simple “In-Sync” movement activities that expand the possibilities of children’s joyful participation in their daily lives \n\nPayment and special rates\nPlease contact events@playproject.org for: \n– Discounts on group rates\n– Any additional questions \n\n\n  \n\n\nClick here to change this text
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