Field Trip Ideas
Field trips can be tricky for our kids who thrive on routine. Everything is different on field trip days, and our kids need help making the day successful.
When Mikey was little, I often volunteered to be one of the chaperones for the field trips, especially if I was concerned about his safety on the trip. I always previewed the trip with Mikey and spoke to the teacher ahead of time about any concerns I had.
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One decade ago, Mikey was getting ready for his first middle school field trip to the Connecticut Science Center. I spoke with the teacher and trusted the team. I made sure his one-on-one would be with him throughout the trip and I felt that he would enjoy the day. Still, I wanted to help the day go smoothly.
Cue the Comfort Food
During Will’s swim practice, Mikey and I went to the grocery store and picked out a few of his favorite foods. That way, I knew that at least his lunch would be familiar and comforting.
Doing our part as parents behind the scenes can help our kids be successful…even if we’re just making sure they have their favorite yogurt in their lunchbox.
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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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