Some new toons

I wrote before and have mentioned frequently, that my boys love to watch cartoons. Sometimes its just as background noise, but anymore, its intentional. I put it on not so much as a distraction but an educational break. Let's pause for a minute and consider that a kiddie with autism spends their day frantically grasping at self-regulation, even without an adult's knowledge. Maintaining a grip on what is appropriate and what is not, maintaining the skills and training passed on by adults who are only concerned about their future. It's a tough job. So for a break, we explore academics and stories. During the week, we spend much of our daytime hours on academics, evenings and weekends we watch more fun movies. Here's some new little cartoons I've found to help ease some of our current daily stressors!

Disney Jr.s Doc McStuffins

I was a little bit surprised when I discovered this dvd on the shelf. Who'd have thunk they'd finally make a show about physical and emotional health, not to mention encouraging kids to see doctors! Well, had to grab it of course, particularly since we'll be having more frequent trips to the doctor very soon. We often do see pediatricians and the like, but frankly, now we are down to the sensitive matters. Issues that the boys are very sensitive about, and cause the greatest distress. This seemed like a great idea.

Sid the Science Kid

This show is great for so many reasons. If you haven't noticed its a small semi-child-led learning environment with a gentle sense of structure, and combines life skills with science. I have been finding it a great bridge between self-care, sensory issues, and myself. It is okay to be unsure, and sensitive to these things, it's common. I find so many self care and natural science issues with this show, its marvelous. I only choose one at a time. 'D' loves science in an academic sense, 'A' loves science in a hands-on and engineering sense. Although both love nature in every facet.