There have been a number of reports over the past year that express concern about whether or not children with autism should play video games. These studies have indicated that […]

Parents and teachers frequently observe that video games are the preferred type of play for children affected by autism. While there are legitimate concerns that some children on the autism […]

All year long, we sift through hundreds and hundreds of games to find those few true gems that combine quality and fun, while still effectively practicing vital Thinking Skills. While […]

Parents and teachers frequently observe that video games are the preferred type of play for children affected by autism. While there are legitimate concerns that some children on the autism […]

This puzzle game helps with Self-Control and Focus, is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, and is recommended for kids ages six and up.

Richard Goleman recently put together a great article for the New York Times titled “Exercising the Mind to Treat Attention Deficits.” In it, he looks at the findings of several […]

Children affected by autism frequently struggle with a variety of executive functions. Clinical symptoms of autism have traditionally included problems in the areas of flexible thinking, self-control, and social […]

This simulation game helps with Focus and Self-Control, is available on iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Android, and Facebook, and is recommended for kids ages twelve and older.

Play can be a powerful tool for learning, especially for kids. The interactive nature of video games can engage and captivate children in a way that other forms of media […]

Minecraft‘s open-ended gameplay makes it a great platform for learning. For children with autism spectrum disorders, the game can be particularly helpful in teaching key cognitive skills like Self-Awareness, Flexibility and Self-Control. By […]