Dying Eggs Now
Yearly traditions, like dying Easter eggs, provide a sense of predictability for our kids. In other words, we want these experiences to stay the same over time. Our kids may become more independent at aspects of these activities or they may not (yearly practice doesn’t make for many opportunities for growth). The strength of these moments is the level of security they provide.
This year, Mikey was able to help with prepping the eggs to boil.
He was able to put the vinegar, water and dye tablets into the cups.
And he was able to use the special Easter egg tongs to keep his hands clean while he got the nice brightly colored eggs he loves. Keep up the great work, Mikey!
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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