Halloween is happening soon! This year, the holiday is taking place on a Wednesday. This means that there will be events happening this weekend, and through the week. There are plenty of Halloween events that are designed for children who have special needs to attend. Here are some more of them to check out. On October 25, 2012, Marbles Kids Museum, which is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, will host a Family Fun Night Spooktacular for children who have special needs and their families. Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. The event is set up to allow children who … Continue reading →

In general, Halloween can be a tricky holiday to plan for. Some kids are going to have a very low tolerance for “scary”, while others will thrive on it. Kids with sensory issues could be overwhelmed by flashing lights and background music that consists of screams and odd noises. Here are some Halloween events that are much more friendly for kids who have special needs. On September 29, 2012, there will be a Zombie Walk that is designed to accommodate kids who have special needs, and their families. It will take place in Canton, Ohio. Dress as a zombie, and … Continue reading →

It is still September, but there are already Halloween events popping up. Not all of them are going to be appropriate for kids who have certain types of special needs, but at least one of them will. There is going to be a Zombie Walk for kids who have special needs, (and their families), in Ohio. Have you ever participated in a Zombie Walk? I haven’t, but it sounds like a lot of fun. The shortest way to explain what happens at a Zombie Walk is to say that people arrive at one location, while dressed as zombies, and together, … Continue reading →

Sky High Sports is an indoor playground that is located in Illinois. The unique part of this particular fun center is that it has tons of trampolines that have been designed for kids to jump up and down on. The first Tuesday of every month is set aside for children who have special needs to enjoy the playground. Depending on where you live, playgrounds designed for kids who have special needs may be few and far between. Not all indoor play facilities have owners who have a good understanding of what they need to do in order to accommodate all … Continue reading →

I’ve always heard it said that parenting can be a uniquely rewarding experience. It can also, at times, be very stressful. Sometimes, the best advice can come from other parents, who are going through similar situations. An article by Laura Shumaker offers advice, understanding, and hope for parents who are raising children that have special needs. I came across an interesting article that was written by Laura Shumaker. She is a writer and an autism advocate. She also is a mom, of a son named Matthew, who had been described as “pervasively developmentally delayed”. The article was titled “How to … Continue reading →

If you live in Virginia, or are planning on traveling through that state this Summer, you should check out the Our Special Harbor Sprayground. This is a playground that includes aspects of a water park. It is fully accessible for children who have special needs, and is free of cost for everyone who comes to enjoy it. This is a brand new water park/playground that just opened in May of 2011. Our Special Harbor Sprayground is described as a “sensory and creative family destination.” This is a water park that has been designed to accommodate children who have special needs, … Continue reading →