Sue Larkey Podcast
Sue Larkey
- 43 minutes 40 secondsSLP 288: Talking to families about diagnosis: A Step-By-Step Guide for Educators
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In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Start conversations positively with families about their child. ✅ Use specific examples to explain concerns clearly to parents. ✅ Meetings should be collaborative, never us versus them. ✅ Offer solutions or clear next steps after raising concerns. ✅ Maintain email trails to document family conversations and agreements. ✅ Observe social, emotional, and academic areas for red flags. ✅ Diagnosis provides vital access to funding and tailored supports.
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Using 2B pencils instead of HB for left-handers. ✅ Implementing one-book systems for executive functioning. ✅ Using plastic sleeves instead of glue for worksheets. ✅ Placing time timers next to clocks for visuals. ✅ Using "now, next, later" schedules with timers. ✅ Reading book chapters based on student needs. ✅ Setting up fine motor stations with Motor Flip Book. ✅ Using whole-class social skills for inclusion. ✅ Implementing visual cards on timers for activities. ✅ Creating staff discussions around "I am Aspie Girl".
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/resources-for-supporting-neurodiverse-students
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Join my Neurodiversity Network Follow my Instagram account for regular tips To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below.24 February 2025, 2:46 am - 39 minutes 4 secondsSLP 286: Beyond Consequences: Why Traditional Behaviour Strategies Fall Short
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In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Traditional behavior methods often fail neurodiverse children. ✅ Inferred instructions confuse kids lacking theory of mind. ✅ Clear, explicit directions outperform vague prohibitions. ✅ Tailor supports because every child is unique. ✅ Strategies wear out; replace them with new tactics. ✅ Visual aids and tokens reinforce desired behaviors. ✅ Proactive planning prevents escalated behavior incidents.
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/teaching-social-skills-for-neurodiverse-students
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Join my Neurodiversity Network Follow my Instagram account for regular tips To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below.17 February 2025, 2:23 am - 40 minutes 55 secondsSLP 285: Behaviour Solutions for Setting up your Classroom for Success
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ The 13 Most Important Strategies ✅ Bonus 5 Proactive/Prevent Strategies Often Missed ✅ How To Support Motor Skills Development in A Busy Classroom (& Why it matters!) ✅ Key Elements for your Individual Education Plans (IEPs) ✅ Anxiety Management = Time Management – Top Tips ✅ Special Bonus – Key To Get the Best out of Students with ADHD ✅ 21 Surprising Ways Timers can get support Students engage & Succeed ✅ Pit Falls & Common Mistakes Made using Timers ✅ How and Why to Use Visual in Classroom Preparation for Different Learning Styles. ✅ Interoception – the impact and what Educators can do about it. ✅ Solutions/Ideas to Sensory Processing Disorder or Difficulties in the Classroom ✅ 9 Essential Strategies for Homework ✅ 6 Key Strategies for Quick Results in Secondary School
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Join my Neurodiversity Network Follow my Instagram account for regular tips To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below.10 February 2025, 2:59 am - 52 minutes 5 secondsSLP 284: Parent-Teacher Partnerships: Transforming ADHD Challenges Together
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In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Collaboration between parents and teachers enhances support. ✅ Structured environments ease ADHD and autism challenges. ✅ Individualized strategies meet each child's unique needs. ✅ Balanced praise fosters confidence and positive behavior. ✅ Calm communication reduces stress in challenging situations. ✅ Consistent routines build effective support systems. ✅ Environmental adjustments create a nurturing learning space.
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/adhd-challenges-and-solutions
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In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Fundraising projects taught practical money handling and management skills. ✅ Volunteering strengthened local connections and social interactions. ✅ Financial lessons came from the Barefoot Kids guide. ✅ Small enterprises fostered independence and work readiness. ✅ Students gained confidence through real-world business experiences. ✅ Creative ventures included photography, mocktails, and homemade crafts. ✅ Rail museum volunteering expanded community support and inclusion.
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Specialist teachers see students briefly, challenging consistent relationships. ✅ Inclusive strategies address diverse sensory and learning requirements. ✅ Outside-class connections build stronger student engagement. ✅ Clay modeling aids universal access to language lessons. ✅ Clear routines and rules support neurodivergent learners effectively. ✅ Positive reinforcement fosters a safe, encouraging classroom environment. ✅ Collaboration among colleagues streamlines shared behavior management systems.
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/making-specialist-teaching-work-for-all-students-and-staff
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Autism spectrum varies widely, requiring tailored approaches for each child. ✅ Early diagnosis aids intervention, with average age around seven. ✅ Sensory and behavioural meltdowns differ and need specific strategies. ✅ Flexibility is a challenge; teaching adaptability reduces stress. ✅ Life skills like cooking teach independence and practical abilities. ✅ Motivation is key; leveraging personal interests encourages engagement. ✅ Parenting and teaching neurodiverse children require clarity and consistency.
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Join my Neurodiversity Network Follow my Instagram account for regular tips To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below.13 January 2025, 5:09 am - 32 minutes 33 secondsSLP 280: Support Children With PDA and ODD: Challenges and Insights
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Follow the child's lead. ✅ Gradual exposure to new situations. ✅ Choose your battles. ✅ Low demand activities before high demand. ✅ Rule out hunger and thirst. ✅ Build emotional support into plans. ✅ Change the structure, not the child.
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/supporting-children-with-pda-and-odd
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Join my Neurodiversity Network Follow my Instagram account for regular tips To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below.6 January 2025, 1:17 am - 43 minutes 48 secondsSLP 279: Autism and Toilet Training – A Mother’s Toilet Training Journey
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Creating a special box of bathroom activities ✅ Using favourite shows (like Paddington) exclusively for toilet time ✅ Tracking progress with ticks and crosses on paper ✅ Offering specific rewards (5 M&Ms for wees, Kit Kats for poos) ✅ Taking nappies to the toilet to flush contents ✅ Starting with morning toilet routines ✅ Using special absorbent training pants for outings ✅ Maintaining consistency despite setbacks ✅ Allowing natural consequences for learning body signals ✅ Recognising and adapting to regression during transitions
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.
In this episode, we will discuss:
✅ Internalizing ADHD/autism presents differently than externalizing behaviors. ✅ Girls often mask difficulties through perfectionism and helping others. ✅ Shutdowns can be mistaken for seizures or non-participation. ✅ Parent-teacher trust relationships are crucial for supporting neurodivergent students. ✅ Classroom accommodations should benefit all students, not individuals. ✅ Social anxiety often underlies masking behaviors in schools. ✅ Library resources help students self-identify neurodivergent traits.
Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link belowsuelarkey.com.au/asd-and-adhd-masking-for-girls
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