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10 Benefits of Homeschooling My ASD Son {31 Days of #Homeschooling on the Spectrum}

10.15.2014 by Dawn // 16 Comments

31 Days of Homeschooling on the {Autism} Spectrum @ TheMommaKnows.comConfession time: I have been battling a borderline migraine all day, and just have not been able to get my brain to put anything into words. I realize that it’s probably cheating on #Write31Days, but I am reposting an older post for you today instead. 

Anyone with a child on the Autism Spectrum knows that there are those days…

…the days that you  just can’t believe you got through.

…the days when a taking break is really the only thing you could do.

…the days when, if he’d been in school, you would have heard from the school. Twice. 10 Benefits of Homeschooling My ASD Son {31 Days of #Homeschooling on the Spectrum}

For us, the answer is homeschooling.

If you’re considering homeschooling a child on the Spectrum, here are 10 benefits we have found:

1. I control the lighting. Too bright? Fluorescent bulbs too flashy or noisy? No problem.

2. He can take his time. Or go fast. Or talk fast. His pace, not that of the class.

3. No school bus. No bullies.

4. Fidget toys aren’t distracting to classmates. Just maybe to Momma. 😉

5. Single topic obsessions can be turned into very educational school projects.

6. Less stress because he isn’t herded from one room to another for special classes, recess, etc.

7. Sensory needs are easy to meet as they come up.

8. He can use speech-to-text to dictate his writing assignments into the computer.

9. Sleep issues (oversleeping mainly) don’t earn him a tardy mark.

10. He and his brother are in “the same class,” and I love that.

This post is part of a series. Go to my Landing Page to read them all.
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Categories // Homeschooling, Special Needs Kids Tags // Autism, Autism spectrum, PPD-NOS

Comments

  1. Laura says

    July 2, 2013 at 7:28 am

    Those are some great points, Dawn. I can easily see how that would be helpful to another parent of a child with Autism.

    Reply
  2. Alexa (Kat Biggie) says

    July 2, 2013 at 9:23 am

    Great list. It must be very frustrating trying to raise special needs children in a main stream environment. I’m glad you took matters into your own hands!

    Reply
  3. IASoupMama says

    July 2, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I can completely see why this works for your and your family. Good job, mama!

    Reply
  4. Mamarific says

    July 2, 2013 at 11:46 am

    Sounds like you have found an excellent solution that fits your child’s needs perfectly. Yay for you and your kids!

    Reply
  5. that cynking feeling says

    July 2, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    What I like about this list is that it seems like a natural fit for your blog. Also, while it is specific to your situation, I think other parents raising autistic/special needs children can easily relate. Also, I like how you didn’t say that every should/can home school.

    Reply
    • Dawn says

      July 2, 2013 at 9:50 pm

      Thanks! 🙂 It IS specific and although I am a 15 year homeschool veteran, I do NOT believe everyone should homeschool or that homeschooling is for everyone. We have done both, but homeschooling just works best… for US. 😉

      Reply
  6. J Lenni Dorner says

    July 2, 2013 at 2:06 pm

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    Great job. Makes a lot of sense.

    Reply
  7. Natalie DeYoung says

    July 3, 2013 at 12:24 pm

    So practical, and such a useful list for those who are considering this option. Nicely done.

    Reply
  8. Elizabeth Lee says

    July 4, 2013 at 8:27 am

    Many of those reasons are good for kids who “merely” have learning disabilities, too. I loved homeschooling my kids because I could provide extra help in areas where they were weak (Spelling!!) and let them dig deep where they were strong.

    Reply
    • Dawn says

      July 4, 2013 at 11:56 am

      You’re exactly right, Elizabeth. Homeschooling works for not only kids who are struggling, but also those who are ahead too. They can dig deep or run ahead. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Theresa says

    November 1, 2013 at 10:49 am

    I know this is an old post, but I’m curious about homeschooling my son with Autism. He is in 3rd grade and is a good student but school stresses him out (open concept, no walls, doors, etc) and me too (they have already been in lockdown twice this year). I used to be a classroom teacher and do a lot already for him (and his little atypical brother) but I’m curious about special services, speech, occupational therapy, etc. Items he gets on his IEP now, how do you navigate that and homeschooling? I’d appreciate any insight you could give!

    Reply
    • Dawn says

      November 1, 2013 at 3:16 pm

      Theresa, I will email you. It’ll be long! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Shelly says

    March 19, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    It is so refreshing to read your posts. I can totally identify with a lot of this. I homeschool my ASD son and we love it (most days….lol). Thank you for writing this with such candor and humor.

    Reply
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  12. Carol Lara says

    September 26, 2018 at 4:11 pm

    I’m consuder Homeschooling my 11 year old son who is on the spectrum. How did you make the decision to homeschool? Have you seen a difference? He is currently in a small private school, but it’s not small enough. Any tips?

    Reply
    • Dawn says

      September 27, 2018 at 6:48 pm

      Hi Carol: My answer is long, so I will email you! 🙂

      Reply

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Dawn is a retired homeschooling Momma of 19 years, hospital CNA with a totally self-taught geeky side. She lives in Eastern WA with her husband, the youngest 2 of their 6 kids and 2 yappy pomeranians.

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