40 expressions are categorized by the seven universal emotions, which exhibit themselves across all cultures and societies in the same fashion. From Paul Dabrowski

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Here is an app where you make a series of matches for the facial expressions presented by an avatar in sequence. From InHo Choi

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Here is an app where you make a series of matches for the facial expressions presented by an avatar in sequence. From InHo Choi

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Scroll through all the available apps from The Conover Company. These apps provide easy-to-understand information that allows users to become more capable of functioning independently in their homes, schools, communities and workplaces. (less)Scroll through all the available apps from The Conover Company. These apps provide easy-to-understand information that allows users to become more capable of functioning independently in their homes,... (more)

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On a daily basis, we are surrounded by unstated rules and customs that can make the world a confusing place for people with autism spectrum disorders. Learn how to deal with this ever-elusive "hidden curriculum" through real life examples and suggestions by Judy Endow, an adult on the spectrum. Items cover topics such as social relationships, community, money matters, workplace, and many others. From AAPC (less)On a daily basis, we are surrounded by unstated rules and customs that can make the world a confusing place for people with autism spectrum disorders. Learn how to deal with this ever-elusive "hidden ... (more)

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Some people seem to learn the hidden curriculum almost automatically. Others learn it only by direct instruction. This includes children with autism spectrum disorders. These real-life based entries spur conversations about the countless unwritten social rules that we encounter every day and that can cause confusion and anxiety. From AAPC (less)Some people seem to learn the hidden curriculum almost automatically. Others learn it only by direct instruction. This includes children with autism spectrum disorders. These real-life based entries s... (more)

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Select the cards you want students to see, and have them discuss their feelings about a variety of situations. The prompts include questions like, "How would you feel you forgot to study for your spelling test?" and "How would you feel if your favorite football team lost?" From Super Duper (less)Select the cards you want students to see, and have them discuss their feelings about a variety of situations. The prompts include questions like, "How would you feel you forgot to study for your spe... (more)

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This is a quiz for kids and teens on hygiene. The points are presented in funny yet informative way. From Eknath Kadam

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This app provides a photo social story for individuals that need support in understanding the process of going shopping at a grocery store. Thirty-six icons with real picture images and 21 user user made icons are used to illustrate the sequence of events. From IGetIt! (less)This app provides a photo social story for individuals that need support in understanding the process of going shopping at a grocery store. Thirty-six icons with real picture images and 21 user user m... (more)

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This app provides a photo social story for individuals that need support in understanding the process of going to the playground. Twenty-four icons with real picture images and 21 user made icons are used to illustrate the sequence of events. From IGetIt! (less)This app provides a photo social story for individuals that need support in understanding the process of going to the playground. Twenty-four icons with real picture images and 21 user made icons are ... (more)

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