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By Karen Kaplan I was very fortunate to have parents who encouraged me to travel. At first, they decided where and when we would go. They initially modeled positive travel preparation and then actively participated in travel activities. Looking back now, I realize that helping individuals who learn differently travel can help them develop key independent living skills and bring more joy into their lives. Just imagine the different worlds people with special needs might experience through...

By Karen Kaplan, BS Not everyone feels time passing. Not everyone can judge what five more minutes might feel like. Not everyone can allocate the right amount of time to complete something. How then can they follow a recipe that says, cook for 45 minutes? How can they manage when a teacher or mom says, “You have 10 more minutes, and then we must leave.” How can they manage to complete a test on time at school? How will they know how long it will be till the bus arrives to take them to...

By Karen Kaplan, MS Hats come in all sizes. Hats come in all colors. They are made of different materials, some hard and some very soft. Hats can feature favorite music, sports, cities, sayings, and characters. They can be bought at clothing stores, grocery stores, pharmacies, bookstores, pet stores, restaurants, festivals, concerts, and many other places. There are so many ways hats can be used as a simple sensory and social support tool. Hats can protect us from the sun, wind, and rain Hats...