A Dallas program is teaching DJ skills to kids and adults on the spectrum—providing a method of regulation, giving them predictable social interactions, and growing their confidence.
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Galaxy Park: Dallas-Fort Worth’s Newest All-Abilities Playground
A space-themed, all-abilities playground is opening at Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, giving guests an opportunity to have fun as well as build motor skills and their social-emotional development.
Helping Your Child with Special Needs Exercise
Daniel Stein, CEO and founder of Special Strong, shares his expert tips for encouraging your child with special needs to exercise.
Spotlight on Howdy Homemade Ice Cream
People with special needs are often frozen out of the workforce, but not at Howdy Homemade Ice Cream.
The Most Hoppingest Easter Events for Kids with Special Needs
Join egg hunt and meet the Easter Bunny at these eggcellent Easter events for kids with special needs in Dallas-Forth Worth.
Morgan’s Wonderland Camp Offers Year-Round Fun for All Abilities
This new resort in San Antonio, offering ziplining, horse riding, climbing walls and more, is open to the public for family weekends.
How to Prepare Your Child with Special Needs for Halloween
Excited for Halloween but not all the shenanigans? Tips for preparing your child with sensory challenges or other special needs.
Adaptive Halloween Costumes for Kids with Special Needs
Look no further than some of your favorites brands for show-stopping, head-turning adaptive Halloween costumes that your child will love.
8 Tips for a Trick-Free Halloween for Your Child With Autism
Halloween is a great time of the year for kids to play and enjoy fun events at school or at…
Local Family Farm Hires Interns with Special Needs
Inspired by their sons, the family owners of a Fort Worth farm are cultivating opportunities and support for the special needs community.
18 Cultural Activities & Life Skills Classes for Kids with Special Needs
Summer fun is for everyone! We rounded up 18 cultural activities and life skills classes that are tailor-made for children who have special needs.
29 All Abilities Sports & Activities
We rounded up 29 sports and other physical activities that are tailor-made for children who have special needs. Check them out this summer!
19 All-Abilities Parks, Playgrounds & Indoor Play Areas
These all-abilities parks and indoor play areas around Dallas-Fort Worth with adaptive equipment are designed for kids with disabilities or special needs.
6 Great Apps for Kids with Special Needs
Like other kids, kids with special needs are diverse, and there are many educational apps that can help them with their needs. Here are some of the best.
Sensory-Friendly Summer Activities
Looking for some fun, sensory-friendly activities for your kids? Try these out!
Play is Grand at PlayGrand Adventures in Grand Prairie
If you’re looking for a new play experience for the kiddos that isn’t your usual neighborhood playground—but still gets them outside and moving—we found the place for you.
Sensory Friendly Halloween Events in Dallas-Fort Worth
Treat your little one with sensory challenges or autism with these no-trick Halloween events.
Sensory-Friendly Fall Favorites
Mommy Blogger Stephanie Hanrahan is back with some great fall outing ideas for families with special needs kiddos. Check out her picks.
English, Spanish and Braille—Oh My!
Along with the upcoming fall activities, the Meadows Museum will offer new activity bags available in English, Spanish and braille.
Tips for Playdates with Kids with Special Needs
Kids with disabilities or special needs are just like anyone else; they want to interact with friends and be loved and appreciated.